Emerald the Color of the Year for 2013 by APRIL MCGEE FLOURNOY DESIGN

Simply use emerald paint to accentuate a room and add a bit of glamour.  If painting all the walls is a bit much for you, try painting just one accent wall.

Simply use emerald paint to accentuate a room and add a bit of glamour. If painting all the walls is a bit much for you, try painting just one accent wall.

Pantone has named Emerald the Color of the Year for 2013, an announcement that impacts the interior design and fashion industries. Pantone has stated that Emerald “enhances our sense of well-being, balance and harmony.” Emerald, a lively, lush green! Just this week I saw that Wendy Williams wore an emerald green dress that looked fabulous on her and complimented her skin tone.  If green is not your thing, maybe just maybe I can inspire you to use it in one of your design schemes.  Here is evidence that emerald green compliments a few colors schemes.  Let’s take a look ….

Adding Emerald colored curtains and artwork are a great way to add a splash of color to a neutral color scheme.

Adding Emerald colored curtains and artwork are a great way to add a splash of color to a neutral color scheme.

 

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Interior Scheme - Annis Lender-Wellton Apartments
Interior Scheme - Jamie Drake - Drake Design Associates
Interior Scheme -Shagreene - Chelsea Apartment
Green-Thing - Pillows

I hope the richness of this emerald journey inspired you to use it in your interiors!