Dear Subscriber,

Have you finally adjusted to the New Year? Have you stopped writing 2009 whenever you date something? Well, maybe not that much. But possibly you've adjusted to the point where you're ready to start doing something new. Perhaps you're moving and you need to start planning the look of your new home, or maybe some of the rooms in your house could use a little updating. Either way, if you're planning your own extreme makeover this year, then you'll want to prepare by learning what colors are in, in 2010.

The Pantone Color Institute, the authority on color directions for home furnishings and other industries, has made its picks for which colors are setting the trend this year. However, those decisions aren't made as easily as it sounds. Leatrice Eisman, the executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, says, "Design and color trends are not conjured in a crystal ball - they are the result of much observation of the surrounding natural world, as well as the influences that will impact the world of the future." For this year, the Institute traveled far and gained perspective and influence from many sources such as social issues, the economy, play styles and life styles. Listed here is a look at four of their more distinctive color groups for 2010, as well as their choice for the Pantone color of the year:

1. High Definition - A group that is both classic and modern. Timeless black, white, and gray enhanced by Old Gold and other dramatic colors such as Malaga Wine, Paisley Purple and Amaranth.
2. Tinged Neutrals - An acknowledgement of the recent economic downturn, this group appeals to those that would feel more comfortable investing in "safe" neutral colors. Pantones choices for this group include blue and green tinged neutrals along with Champagne Beige, Silver Gray, and Classic White.
3. Gatherings - Inspired by the vast landscape and rich various cultures of Africa, the Gatherings collection is pulled from the creative boldness of the continent and boasts beautiful shades of color such as Smoke Blue, Cypress Green, Lemon Curry, and Twilight Mauve along with Sand, Oasis and Copper Coin.
4. Ambiance - A sophisticated palette of colors that is full of soft tones like Stonewash Blue, Silver Pink, Stucco, and Desert Sage complimented by rich colors Cognac and Coffee Bean.
5. And the color of the year award goes to - Turquoise! With the serene qualities of blue combined with the invigorating aspects of green, Turquoise provides us with a soothing, thought provoking escape from the world while also replenishing our sense of well being. It matches well with every other color in the spectrum and appeals to both men and women. With Turquoise you can create a classic maritime look, enhance your greens, complement your reds, add excitement to your neutrals and browns, or create an evocative spa-like hue that will bring warmth and excitement to most spaces.li>

So, with your newfound knowledge, are you ready to start fresh and create something new? Do you still need a little help with some of the details? With our always complimentary design services, Lûxe consultants will help you pull all of your ideas together to create a beautiful room designed around your personality. Plus, during our Winter Sale Event, it's the best time ever to start building the room you want, with the budget you have!

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