By Cynthia Unninayar

In the print issue of CIJ Trends & Colours, our annual trends guide, we again present the top ten trends in fashion colour for Spring/Summer 2013 as forecast by Pantone, the global authority on color for more than 20 years, in its Fashion Color Report Spring 2013, as well as matching colours of jewellery.

The fashion color trends for this season mix dynamic brights with novel neutrals to create a harmonious balance, allowing for unique combinations offering practicality and versatility, while attracting attention. “The expression ‘balancing act’ is something we all relate to as we strive to find harmony in the frantic pace of our everyday lives,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. “The same can be said for fashion as we look for balance between light and bright, classic and new. This season’s color palette emphasizes this need for balance, while at the same time allowing for individuality, self-expression and excitement.

Belle Etoile, Gordon Aatlo, Casato, Carelle, Erica Courtney

Rachel Roy using Pantone Tender Shoots. Like the first signs of spring, Tender Shoots, a vibrant yellow-green, is invigorating, active, and cheerful.

Bapalal Keshavlal, Muzo International, Theo Fennel, Katherine Jetter, Bruner.

Barbara Tfank using Pantone Emerald, a lively, radiant green, that inspires insight and clarity while enhancing our sense of well-being.

Le Vian, Isabelle Langlois, Forever Jewels, Jochen Pohl, Alessio Boschi.

David Meister using Pantone Nectarine, a bright, effervescent citrus orange with coral undertones, giving a tangy burst of flavor.

Norman Silverman, Jack Kelege, Baccarat, Oscar Heyman, Jenny Perl, Gumuchian.

Ella Moss by Pamella Protzel Scott using Pantone Lemon Zest, a cheerful yellow colour with a refreshing, spritely greenish cast.

Carla Amorim, Jolfer, Mousson Atelier, Zydo, Garaude, Paula Crevoshay.

Carmen Marc Valvo using Pantone Poppy Red, an exuberant red, a seductive, sensual and celebratory shade.

Jolie B. Ray, Spark Creations, Sandy Leong, Kavant, Misis.

Peter Som using Pantone Grayed Jade, a subtle, hushed green with a gray undertone, that brings about a mood of quiet reflection and repose.

Buccellati, Magerit, Sharart, Jane Taylor, Tresor, Anzie.

Nicole Miller using Pantone Monaco Blue, a classic shade that offers both stability and depth to the entire palette.

Roberto Coin, Ziio, Nanis, Azuelos Jewelry, Palmiero, Thistle & Bee.

Tadashi Shoji using Pantone African Violet, a statement color that brings a touch of intrigue to the palette, as purples often do, and can be incorporated into many unexpected combinations.

H. Stern, La Reina, Suna Bros, Mary Esses, Roamin Herzo.

Saunder by Emily Saunder using Pantone Dusk Blue, a colour that offers a calming sense of serenity.

Sicis Jewels, Dietrich, Bibigi, Pearce Design, Ramon, Garavelli.

Pamella Roland by Pamella DeVos using Pantone Linen, a warm neutral that is light and airy, providing a nude-like basic that is a must-have for spring.

Fashion sketches, colours, and quotes are courtesy of Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2013.