Spring According to Pantone: Emerald and Friends

I recently was delighted to discover Pantone's official list of colors for Spring 2013.

And I was further delighted to find that I already had at least one item in my shop for each color--without trying. ;)

Here's a handy view of Katya Valera items, one for each color on Pantone's list: Dusk Blue, Emerald, Tender Shoots, Grayed Jade, Lemon Zest, African Violet, Linen, Monaco Blue, Poppy Red, and Nectarine.

But if you're feeling ambitious and want to tackle more than just one color at a time, here's a few that offer a happy mixture of two or more in one one-of-a-kind piece. :)

Meanwhile, Pantone has also named Emerald as the official color for all of 2013. Lucky for you, I have several pieces to pick from with that color, whether you're looking for just a hint of it or a bold shade.

I have to say, I think my favorites are African Violet and Monaco Blue. But then I also think they left out a very important color:

Love the juicy simplicity ...

How does that not say spring?? We could call the shade "Juicy Pink." Of course. ;)

Which one (color or piece!) is your favorite? :)