How To Bring Pantone’s 2020 Color Of The Year, Classic Blue, Into Your Home

The Pantone Color Institute announced that the 2020 Color of the Year is PANTONE 19-4052 Classic Blue. Through extensive research into trends across industries and around the world, the color was chosen because it evokes stability, tranquility and resilience. As we enter into a new decade in a time where technology continues to speed up the pace of everyday life, Classic Blue—an honest, relaxed, comfortable color—acts as a calming antidote.

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by Jacqueline Kuron

Content Partner: Douglas Elliman Real Estate

A boundless blue evocative of the vast and infinite evening sky, Classic Blue encourages us to look beyond the obvious to expand our thinking; challenging us to think more deeply, increase our perspective and open the flow of communication.—Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute

You’ll start to notice this color more and more throughout the new year. Here are a few ways to add Classic Blue into your home.

Entryway

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Paint front doors for a bold statement on the outside.

Living Room

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This blue velvet sofa will add a touch of classic Hollywood glamour to your home while subtly incorporating Classic Blue.

Accent Walls

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An accent wall is an easy way to freshen up a space, and Classic Blue achieves a timeless yet of-the-moment aesthetic.

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