Colour of the Year: Classic Blue

Blue Fantasy Cushion and Fabric

One of the phrases often repeated around the Susi Bellamy studio is that we are 'inspired by colour.' We not only surround ourselves with it and indulge in it as we are creating our designs, but we also make a conscious effort to stay up to date with the trending colours.

The Pantone Institute's annual 'Colour of the Year' announcement represents a summing up of the 'cultural conversations' taking place in the world (within the design sector and beyond). The revelation tends to set the mood for the coming year and while we don't design according to the choice, it's always interesting for us to curate some pieces from our existing catalogue that align with the Colour of the Year.

This year's pick has been named 'classic blue.' The shade feels a more stable, rich shade than last years' vibrant and optimistic Living Coral. Pantone emphasises its' dependability and traditional connotations such as royalty and the certainty of the sky at dusk. We've chosen a selection of our pieces that capture that constancy - a visual comfort in a world that feels increasingly characterised by instability.