Every year the experts predict trends in color. These colors are a direct reflection of our current political, economic and social environment. Pantone's 2012 color of the year represents energy and encourages us to move forward with strength and passion. Benjamin Moore's 2012 concept of PRESERVATION has been divided up into four smaller themes: Heritage, Process, Protection and Environment.

Pantone's color of the year, Tangerine Tango, would be well grounded in a palette of neutrals with gray undertones similar to the color scheme used on this page. Additional pops of color might be added with flower and nature colors like greens, purples and yellows.