Congratulations turquoise! According to the colour experts at *Pantone, turquoise 15-5519 has been named luminous colour of the year for 2010. A combination of blue and a small amount of yellow, turquoise fits in on the colour scale between green and blue. It radiates the peace, calm and tranquility of blue and the balance and growth of green with the uplifting energy of yellow. Turquoise evokes thoughts of soothing, tropical waters and an effective escape from the everyday troubles of the world, while at the same time restoring our sense of wellbeing.

Turquoise is ancient, yet again and again it finds itself back in fashion. Its shining blue sky is one of the most popular trend colours in the world of jewelry and fashion. 

Using Turquoise with Other Colours
Keep the soft, feminine qualities going by mixing turquoise with lavender and pale pinks. A bright turquoise and pink create a sparkly clean, retro look. Make it art deco by pairing turquoise with white and black. Turquoise with gray or silver as well as terra cotta and light browns have a Southwestern flavour. Turquoise with orange or yellow creates a fresh, sporty look. 

Go turquoise!

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