Pantone, the global authority on colour, has unveiled its London Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2023 Color Trends report, predicting a color palette that blends “our need for joie de vivre, energy and dynamic vibrancy” with colors that are “comforting and uplifting.” create a calm environment”.
For London Fashion Week, Pantone predicts that designers will opt for colors that will set a new path forward. Aiming to integrate tradition and innovation, this season’s colors combine a need for brightness and vibrant positivity with soothing, toned nuances.
“A fearless attitude and freedom of expression reframes our perception of color with an uncompromising approach that translates into fun mixes and animated collocations,” says Pantone.
The trend research and color consultancy firm has selected ten standout colors that evoke the bright colors of the rainbow, as well as five classics in muted, calmer hues.
“As we anticipate our future, we embrace the freedom to colorfully express our individuality without constraint. Experiencing a creative liberation that transcends previous norms, we adapt and invent novel pairings and contrasting harmonies,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, in a statement.
Pantone color palette for Spring/Summer 2023 London Fashion Week
Pantone 17-1563 ‘Cherry Tomato’ is an exotic green that begs to be noticed.
Pantone 16-1544 ‘Persimmon’ is a silky coral red with honey undertones.
Pantone 14-1140 ‘Iced Mango’ is a fruity orange with a tropical undertone.
Pantone 12-0643 ‘Blazing Yellow’ is a hot, shiny ray of sunshine.
Pantone 16-0229 ‘Titanite’ is a refreshing and bright yellow-green.
Pantone 16-6230 ‘Andean Toucan’ is a striking pink reminiscent of mountain forests.
Pantone 14-4122 ‘Airy Blue’ is a light blue that evokes a cloudless sky.
Pantone 18-4245 ‘Electric Blue Lemonade’ is a fresh, bright blue that electrifies the entire color palette.
Pantone 17-3020 ‘Spring Crocus’ is a floral purple that blooms happily at the beginning of spring.
Pantone 16-2122 ‘Pink Cosmos’ is a pink from the garden that contrasts with all other colours.
Pantone Spring/Summer 2023: Classic core colors for London Fashion Week
The ten standout colors for London Fashion Week sit alongside five classics and ultra-quiet hues that “suggest a calm presence,” according to Pantone.
Pantone 13-4201 ‘Oyster Mushroom’ is an unassuming gray with quiet power.
Pantone 14-6011 ‘Grayed Jade’ is a mineralized gray shade of green.
Pantone 12-0912 ‘Tender Peach’ is a delicate peach tone with a soft touch.
Pantone 17-1230 ‘Mocha Mousse’ is a sweet light chocolate brown.
Pantone 19-3954 ‘Bluing’ is a vibrant ink blue.