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Pantone has chosen the purplish-bluish “Blue Iris” as their color of the year. The explanation is the real kicker: “Combining the stable and calming aspects of blue with the mystical and spiritual qualities of purple, Blue Iris satisfies the need for reassurance in a complex world, while adding a hint of mystery and excitement.”
Press releases make me laugh.