Drumroll, please! Pantone Inc., the global color authority, announced that Marsala, a naturally robust and earthy wine red, as the Color of the Year for 2015.  Named after a wine that shares the same name, Marsala is intentioned to incorporate “the warmth and richness of a tastefully fulfilling meal, while its grounding red-brown roots point to a sophisticated, natural earthiness,” according to Pantone.

What’s great about this color is that it’s muted enough to be considered a neutral, which means there’s no need to throw out everything in your home in order to bring Marsala in.  Add elegance to any room by incorporating this rich and welcoming hue in accent pieces, accessories, and paint. Marsala is an ideal choice for rugs and upholstered living room furniture.

Since Marsala is a warm, earthy, burgundy tone it looks beautiful when paired with soft blues, greens and turquoise accents which have been so popular in home decor. Look at this beautiful rug. What do you think of this plush, turquoise, velvet sofa?  As you can see, you only need a touch of Marsala accents to bring this trend into your home. If you don’t have soft blues or greens in your home, Marsala also looks great with warm browns and grays.

Let’s take a look at some inspiring images of interiors that use this color beautifully!

Courtesy Oriental Weavers

Courtesy Houzz

Courtesy Behr Paints

Tips for Decorating with Marsala

So what do you think of Pantones pick for color of the year? Love it, hate it, or indifferent? Are you going to incorporate this color into your home this year?

• DO mix Marsala with soft tones of blues and greens.
• DON’T be afraid to use this color in large doses! Its warm, inviting nature won’t overwhelm your space
• DO have fun with it! Use it in accent pieces such as rugs, pillows and artwork.

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