Pantone colours 2016

The colours that Pantone have chosen for 2016 just couldn't be dreamier - they are reminiscent of a perfect, summer's sunset - softest pink in harmony with the prettiest blue - sigh.

For the first time ever, Pantone have joined two colours together, Rose Quartz and Serenity, creating heart-warming colours that provide reassurance and security, much as your marriage will.

Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Colour Institute says that the harmony of Rose Quartz and Serenity "demonstrate an inherent balance between a warmer embracing rose tone and the cooler tranquil blue, reflecting connection and wellness as well as a soothing sense of order and peace." I couldn't agree more.

One of the greatest joys of the Pantone colours 2016 is that they work so well with a host of other colours, something I will explore over the coming months. But for now, just imagine choosing your bridesmaids dresses in the same style but utilising just these two colours. Personally, I think that the combination of the two colours is SO romantic that I would definitely go for fuller rather than straighter skirts and chiffons or georgettes rather than satins. But that's just me!

So here are a few ideas I had...

First is this super-pretty Social Bridesmaid 8159 in Rose (left) and Periwinkle (right) - its sweetheart neckline and draped bodice is particularly flattering and the shirred skirt has slits at princess seams which give a slight boho feel.



Or this nymph-like nu-georgette dress, Social Bridesmaid 8130, with draped bodice, asymmetrical waistline and hi-low hem.



If you fancied a more 50s style, (such a glamorous decade) the Social Bridesmaid 8126 in chiffon is a lovely cocktail length with a modified circle skirt and pretty halter neck, which works well for girls who are slightly broad-shouldered.


Dessy have a multitude of dresses to choose from so click here and play around with the Pantone colours 2016 combinations to get the perfect bridesmaids gowns for your wedding.