WGSN x Coloro Key Colors for Spring/Summer 2022 (Photos courtesy of WGSN & Coloro)
Are you ready to dive into the vibrant world of colors for the upcoming Spring/Summer 2022 season? Coloro, the universal color system, and WGSN, the global authority on trend forecasting, have announced their predictions for the key colors that will be making waves in the fashion and design industry. Among the top contenders, Orchid Flower emerges as the frontrunner, captivating with its intense, hyper-real, and energizing quality that is set to dominate both real-life and digital settings.
The Power of Orchid Flower
Orchid Flower, with its saturated magenta tone, exudes positivity and escapism in challenging times. This versatile color is expected to make waves across various industries, including fashion, swimwear, interiors, and beauty . Its purple undertone adds a touch of allure, appealing to both men and women, and initially driven by the youth market.
Orchid Flower | Coloro: 150-38-31 WGSN x Coloro Key Colors for Spring/Summer 2022 (Photo courtesy of WGSN & Coloro)
The Palette of Spring/Summer 2022
Alongside Orchid Flower, WGSN and Coloro have curated a palette that reflects the desire for upliftment, energy, and balance in the coming season. Let's explore the other key colors that are set to make a statement:
Olive Oil | Coloro: 044-52-13
Green, associated with nature, takes on the nourishing plant-based hue of Olive Oil. This trans-seasonal tone brings a sense of restfulness and balance. Olive Oil will find its place in outdoor apparel, workwear denim, soft lingerie sets, footwear, accessories, and interiors. It holds particular relevance for practical, functional styles that are gaining momentum in both menswear and womenswear.
Olive Oil | Coloro: 044-52-13. WGSN x Coloro Key Colors for Spring/Summer 2022 (Photo courtesy of WGSN & Coloro)
Butter | Coloro: 040-86-20
Yellow, a color that has been growing in popularity, takes a softer turn with the tone of Butter. This creamy, almost edible color brings comfort and adaptability to the palette. Butter will pair well with power pastels and accent brights. It is already trending in luxury womenswear and is set to expand into menswear, lingerie, and interiors.
Butter | Coloro: 040-86-20 WGSN x Coloro Key Colors for Spring/Summer 2022 (Photo courtesy of WGSN & Coloro)
Mango Sorbet | Coloro: 030-67-34
For a dose of optimism and energy, Mango Sorbet is a tropical hue that combines the popularity of orange with the brightness of yellow. This invigorating color adds a refreshing touch to seasonal palettes, enhancing feelings of wellbeing and health. Mango Sorbet will find its place in swimwear, activewear, outdoor apparel, and contemporary womenswear.
Mango Sorbet | Coloro: 030-67-34 WGSN x Coloro Key Colors for Spring/Summer 2022 (Photo courtesy of WGSN & Coloro)
Atlantic Blue | Coloro: 115-35-20
Blue, the dependable and timeless color, takes on the grounded and reassuring tone of Atlantic Blue. Inspired by organic indigo dyes and the ocean, this color is perfect for sustainable and heritage designs. Deep blues like Atlantic Blue are already making waves in the slow-fashion movement and will continue to be ideal for menswear and womenswear, activewear, and interiors.
Atlantic Blue | Coloro: 115-35-20 WGSN x Coloro Key Colors for Spring/Summer 2022 (Photo courtesy of WGSN & Coloro)
A Partnership of Expertise
The collaboration between WGSN and Coloro brings the power of trend forecasting expertise and a revolutionary color system of 3,500 tones. This partnership ensures accurate and reliable color forecasting, along with technical guidance on achieving the desired tones on different substrates. By joining forces, they provide businesses with critical insights to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of fashion and design.
The future of color is just around the corner, and Spring/Summer 2022 promises vibrant, appealing, and versatile tones that will captivate and inspire. So get ready to embrace the beauty and power of Orchid Flower and the rest of the key colors for an exciting season ahead!
Note: Interested in learning more about the future of color? Join the live webinar on Wednesday, 13th May, where Coloro's Head of Content, Joanne Thomas, along with WGSN industry experts, will discuss the Key Colors for S/S 22 and how they see color evolving in a post-Covid-19 world. Click here to register.
About WGSN: WGSN is the global authority on consumer and design trends, helping brands create the right products at the right time. With over twenty years of experience, WGSN's forecasts and insights enable brands to build a better future in the digital economy by accurately predicting the products and services people will need.
About Coloro: Coloro is an intelligent and logical color system that revolutionizes communication throughout the color process and supply chain. This universal color system, created in collaboration with leading fashion companies, reduces waste and time in color decision-making and manufacturing by combining creativity and science.
About Ascential: Ascential is a specialist global information company that helps ambitious businesses thrive in the digital economy. Their insights, connections, and digital tools empower businesses in various disciplines, including product design, marketing, sales, and more.
Remember, the world is your canvas, and colors are your brush. Embrace the power and beauty of the key colors for Spring/Summer 2022 and create something extraordinary!
