Team predictions of the 2025 Pantone Color of the Year

Mira Peterson
12/2/2024

As the year ends, the design world eagerly awaits Pantone's 2025 Color of the Year announcement. This influential choice shapes trends across fashion, home décor, and branding. At CreativeMC, our team has speculated on the hue that could define 2025.

My prediction for the color of the year in 2025 is Pantone’s Turf Green. It’s ready to take the spotlight. It’s fresh, vibrant, and perfectly embodies the ongoing trend of bringing the outdoors into our daily lives.

Prediction 1: Turf Green

A calming green could easily be the next Pantone Color of the Year, reflecting our growing connection to nature and sustainability. Whether you're in the office or on an outdoor adventure, the Metro Bottle is a stylish nod to the beauty of Turf Green.

Prediction 2: Burgundy

Burgundy offers a rich, deep tone that symbolizes strength, sophistication, and endurance. Port Authority Easy Care Cap's durable, easy-to-maintain fabric ensures comfort while it’s deep burgundy color adds a professional look. 

Prediction 3: Blue Depths

A navy shade exudes sophistication while staying grounded. Ideal for both classic and modern design. If Blue Depths takes the crown, we’re ready to embrace it in style, starting with the Baggu Puffy Earbud Case. A lightweight and chic accessory that keeps tunes safe.

My pick for 2025 is Sparkling Cosmo—a fresh, dynamic hue that builds on the trend-setting impact of 2023's Viva Magenta. It's a color that’s primed to energize industries from branding to fashion, setting the stage for bold, forward-thinking design.

Prediction 4: Sparkling Cosmo

This bold, playful hue exudes energy and confidence, making it a perfect fit for 2025's creative landscape. It’s a color that can be striking and cute just like these Le Bonne Cotton Socks. An effortless way to bring a pop of color.

Prediction 5: Iced Coffee

Iced Coffee is a strong contender, bringing warmth and timeless sophistication. The BYBBA Urchin Pouch is the perfect way to flaunt this trend—sleek, simple, and sized just right for all your essentials.

Prediction 6: Lime Cream

Lime Cream, a soft yet bold pick, needs thoughtful styling to shine. TOPOS accessory bags are the perfect solution—functional and sleek, they incorporate this eye-catching hue in a way that’s striking yet practical for everyday use.

Prediction 7: Marshmallow

One possible winner is Marshmallow, a soft white, airy hue that reflects a growing desire for minimalism and simplicity. For those embracing this minimalist aesthetic, the Rhone Zip-Up Hoodie is a chic, wearable option. Clean lines and comfy modern design perfectly complement Marshmallow’s serene vibe.

Prediction 8: Bonbon

Bonbon could be making a pink comeback next year with an offering of soft energy and timeless elegance. The Kate Spade Icon Tote pairs its classic shape with an uplifting shade for work to happy hour versatility.

Prediction 9: Space Cherry

If red takes the spotlight, the Lodge Enamel Dutch Oven is already ahead of the trend, sporting this timeless and passionate shade with pride.

Prediction 10: Salute

Could black be the Pantone pick? Salute is a timeless, versatile statement of strength and elegance just like the GOT BAG Pusher Bag, the ultimate accessory that goes with everything.

Past PANTONE Colors of the Year, source: pantone.com

Summary

The design world buzzes with anticipation for Pantone's 2025 Color of the Year. This annual announcement is more than just a shade; it’s a defining moment that influences trends across the industry, including swag.

In this blog, our CreativeMC Brand Stylists have put down their predictions for the hue that might shape the year ahead. From vibrant greens to deep burgundies and bold cosmic tones, each prediction reflects a unique perspective on design, creativity, and culture. Here are our predictions for Pantone’s 2025 Color of the Year:

  • Turf Green: A calming, nature-inspired green that aligns with sustainability and outdoor living. Perfectly paired with the stylish Metro Bottle.
  • Burgundy: A rich, sophisticated tone symbolizing resilience, featured on the Port Authority Easy Care Cap.
  • Blue Depths: Navy reimagined for modern elegance, as seen in the chic Baggu Puffy Earbud Case.
  • Sparkling Cosmo: A bold, playful hue brimming with energy, highlighted by Le Bonne Cotton Socks.
  • Iced Coffee: A warm, neutral shade exuding timeless charm, best showcased with the BYBBA Urchin Pouch.
  • Lime Cream: A soft yet striking green that adds flair to TOPOS accessory bags.
  • Marshmallow: A serene white reflecting minimalist trends, embodied by the Rhone Zip-Up Hoodie.
  • Bonbon: A delightful pink with timeless elegance, matched with the Kate Spade Icon Tote.
  • Space Cherry: A passionate red, perfect for giftable cookware like Lodge Enamel Dutch Oven.
  • Salute: A versatile black, found in the classic GOT BAG Pusher Bag.

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