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Pantone Gets Peachy in 2024 — And Your Events Should Too

Each year on a chilly December day, you’ll find PartySlate’s editorial team up early hitting refresh, refresh, refresh on our browsers. You see, we are eagerly awaiting Pantone’s prediction for the color that will define the coming year. It’s always worth the wait.

For 2024, the Pantone Color of the Year is Peach Fuzz. It’s a pastel hue that falls somewhere between blush and apricot, somewhere between daybreak and soft candlelight. It’s the color of your grandmother’s vintage lace and of a cocktail you might raise to toast at a breezy beachside cáfe. It honors the past and brings hope for the future, making it perfect for your most meaningful celebrations.

Laurie Pressman, Vice President of the Pantone Color Institute, shares of their selection process, “The Pantone Color of the Year reflects what is taking place in our global culture at that moment in time…We discuss our color psychology and color trend research looking to connect the mood of the global zeitgeist with the corresponding color family. From there, we drill down further to identify the exact right shade.” Then the color-choosing team sets about naming the hue to conjure mood and emotion.

We happen to think that’s exactly what the best celebrations do — conjure mood and emotion. See real celebrations below that are rich in the peachy tone, and get inspired to plan your own peachy soirée.

Dusty Pink and White Wedding in Chicago, IL
photographer: Vein & Vessel design & floral: Caitlin Andler Designs venue: Artifact Events balloons: Luft Balloons
Spring Wedding at Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, Tennessee
photographer: Kristin Sweeting Photography event planner: The Social Office design & floral: FLWR venue: Country Music Hall of Fame venue: Omni Nasvhille Hotel
photographer: Charmaine Mallari Photography design & floral: French Accent Design; Floral Fixx props and scene: Creating a Scene

People Also Ask…

How do I choose a color scheme for a party?

Your party colors will determine the tone and mood of your celebration, so it’s important to choose a color scheme that fits your vision. While an experienced event planner can successfully pair any color with any style, some colors works with best with certain party themes. For example, it’s far easier to create a playful vibe with a punchy peach hue than a sleek black and white color palette.

Luckily, finding the right colors for your fête doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Use PartySlate’s curated color guide to narrow down your color scheme by season, location, and more. You’ll also learn more about color theory and important tips on how to incorporate cultural significance into your party palette.

How can PartySlate help me plan my celebration?

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