Like a painter’s palette, fall 2009 offers choice and diversity, but the unique mixture of colours is what makes it so appealing.

American Beauty is a true red. Perfect for all skin tones, American Beauty is a feel good colour. Purple Heart adds an air of creativity and excitement to the top 10 colours, especially when paired with American Beauty.

A warmer, more subdued Honey Yellow will carry through fall and winter with its golden tones. Pairing Honey Yellow with Purple Heart, will surely add a surprising flair. Grouping Honey Yellow with Burnt Sienna and Iron will offer a more typical fall combination.

Iron serves as the “new black”. Neither grey nor brown, Iron is a grounding colour that coordinates well with all colours in the palette. Crème Brulee, a greyed down beige, and Nomad, which bridges the gap between beige and light grey. All three classics can stand alone or serve as anchors when paired with other colours.

Burnt Sienna is a seasonal favourite, a deepened, earthy shade of orange. Pair this with Nomad and Rapture Rose for a different twist. Adding spark to the fall palette Rapture Rose captures the vibrancy of fuchsia and the softness of pink.

Warm Olive is a rich yellow-green. When combined, this hue makes all the other colours come alive. Look for it paired with Majolica Blue, a deep, mysterious teal blue with more vibrancy that the usual navy. Majolica Blue brings an exotic flair when paired with Burnt Sienna or Purple Heart.