Classic Blue, Oh How We Love You.

The colour of  2020 - Classic Blue (19-4052 to be exact).

Each year the "magic" colour is announced by the Pantone Colour Institute who are the experts behind not only the Pantone Colour of the year but also selecting the top seasonal runway colours, forecasting global colour trends, and advising companies on colour for product and brand visual identity across the globe.  So when they release the colour of the year the interiors industry listen.

Pantone’s Colour of the Year influences product development and purchasing decisions in multiple industries, including fashion, home furnishings, industrial design, as well as product packaging and graphic design.

The process on choosing the The Pantone Colour of the Year is very intensive and the experts research world colour influences from all facets of life from the entertaiment industry, travel and art right through to social economical conditions.  It sometimes also stems from technology and up coming events that draw worldwide attention. Amazing to think that one colour has had so much time spent on it! And then so much money invested in it! Quite a bit of pressure for a colour.

So what does Classic Blue mean.  Pantone.com have described it as;

A timeless and enduring blue hue, PANTONE 19-4052 Classic Blue is elegant in its simplicity. Suggestive of the sky at dusk, the reassuring qualities of the thought-provoking PANTONE 19-4052 Classic Blue highlight our desire for a dependable and stable foundation on which to build as we cross the threshold into a new era. Imprinted in our psyches as a restful color, PANTONE 19-4052 Classic Blue brings a sense of peace and tranquility to the human spirit, offering refuge. Aiding concentration and bringing laser like clarity, PANTONE 19-4052 Classic Blue re-centers our thoughts. A reflective blue tone, Classic Blue fosters resilience.

So this year you will see blue hues throughout all interior styles.  We are a big fan of blue already here at Cranmore Home & Co, as we feel it goes with every colour and design style from wall colour to furniture pieces.  It is also a great staple colour for my beloved coastal style - yay!

You will begin to see more homewares and furniture in this block colour or designed with pops of this colour which is exciting.  I am sure kitchen cabinetry will continue to include blue as will tiles through the bathrooms and laundries.  We love seeing these trends continue and flourish throughout many designer furniture and homeware pieces and can't wait to add more to our collections as they become available.

Here are some of our products which just happen to be similar to the Classic Blue.  We will also put together a few collections that bring this colour to life in different rooms, so stay tuned to the Style Files.

Our Favourite Classic Blue Homeares and Furniture Pieces

The Manto Desk in Ink Blue by Canvas & Sasson

Who says you can't add colour to your office? This desk features lattice finishes and has cross sides and houses two drawer units. A gorgeous statement desk in any room. Perfect for the teenagers study desk to.

The Club Armchair by Cranmore Home & Co.

So maybe not the classic blue, but one that is just as cool. Woven fabric, super soft and just down right funky!  This Club armchair is a perfect statement chair in any room and the headrest can go up or down.

The Scout Shack 3.5 Seater Sofa by Canvas & Sasson

Ohh the gorgeous ink blue colour and oh so comfy. The Scout shack sofa has an approachable, fresh and versatile feel, with the blue and navy tones lending itself perfectly to a beach-side look.

The Scout Shack 3.5 Seater Sofa in Ink Blue is generously proportioned and has a Washed Cotton cover, giving it a little texture and depth.

Oxford Blue Duvet Set by Bedtonic

Luxurious and affordable, our soft washed 165gsm flax linen sheet sets by Bedtonic include everything you need for the best night’s sleep. Now in a new block colour - Oxford Blue.  Bedtonic linen is the ultimate in understated elegance. Imagine yourself tucked up in your favourite lived in shirt, relaxing in style in your private sanctuary.

Skinny Locker in Navy by Mustard Made

The Skinny Locker wants to help. She'll keep your stuff neat and tidy. Standing alone or in paired with friends The Skinny is elegant, beautiful and practical. 

Inside you can find - a removable hanging rail | four adjustable shelves | two handy hooks | cable hole | safety wall screw holes.

Art Print - Hills by Antoinette Ferwerda

Colour me happy with this stunning Antoinette Ferwerda print!   An inky blue skyline makes a striking backdrop for Antoinette's classic 'Hills in Navy & Tan'. Perfectly balanced arches and line work in blush, peach, navy and tan frame a single, glowing hill in gold metallic leaf. Printed on bright white 300gsm cotton rag paper with archival inks. Limited to only 30 reproductions in both medium and large, each unframed print edition is numbered and signed. 

Catherine Hampton Chair by Henry & Oliver Co

Wow, what an accent piece for your room. I love the blue personally! These Accent chairs are exclusively designed by Henry & Oliver Co. and would suit a Hamptons or Coastal interior beautifully!

Metal Triangle Lamp in Cobalt Blue by HK Living

Lighting is a perfect way to add a pop of colour and the HK Living Metal Triangle Table Lamp in cobalt blue is just gorgeous! Add this to a room with other homewares with blue elements and you will have one classy room!

Wylie art print by Karina Jambak

Who doesn't love whales.  The Wylie art print by Karina Jambrak is colourful, playful, hand drawn goodness! Intricate detail in every illustration and gorgeous beachy colours. Hand drawn illustrations, giclee printed on 100% textured cotton rag. Karina Jambraks illustrations are beautiful and so unqiue, her entire collection has a really calming asthetic.

All of the above items are available on our site, so feel free to have a good browse.

Enjoy x