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Color Trends: Deep Blue Hues

featured artwork is “Endless Muse” by K. Nari

As a new year begins, we always look forward to the predictions of new décor and design trends.  In forecasted color trends, Pantone announced their Color of the Year 2020: Classic Blue, and we are excited for this “timeless and enduring blue hue”! Blues are known to be calming and comforting, and the deep shade that Pantone has chosen for this new year reflects just that.  Sherwin Williams also selected a moodier navy blue, Naval, as their color for 2020.  Looks like having the blues isn’t such a bad thing after all!





  • “Panacea” by Corrie LaVelle


  • “Blue Velveteen” by K. Nari
  • “Blue Gazing” by Dina D’Argo
  • “The Perfect Place” by Kippi Leonard
  • “Tulipania” by Liz Jardine
  • “All Aflutter” by Liz Jardine alt v 2
  • “Cobalt Velocity” by Jeff Iorillo
  • “Soul Searching” by K. Nari
  • “Metropolis” by Terri Burris alt v 1
  • “Flight of the Butterfly” by Liz Jardine
  • photograph by Nancy Crowell
  • “Interpretation” by Jeff Iorillo
  • “On Rush II” by Jeff Iorillo
  • photograph by Melissa McClain
  • “View From The Air” by Liz Jardine

Changing out your artwork is an easy way to refresh your space and try out these new colors and interior trends.  Because of their versatility, rich dark blues are taking on the role of a neutral this coming year, so don’t be afraid to decorate with them in bolder ways.  These striking navy hues have relaxing and tranquil qualities, and they easily pair with any materials or colors you might already have in your space.  From a luxe look to a cozy interior, these trending shades of blue can transform any design style!

  • “Plumage” by Dina D’Argo
  • “Meditation” by Nancy Ngo
  • “Gray Bouquet #1” by Laura Van Horne
  • “Light Ring II” by KC Haxton
  • “Blue Skies” by Linda Stelling
  • “B&W Palm I” by Patti Mann alt v 4
  • “Gold Rush” by Liz Jardine
  • “REdowa” by Jill Martin alt v 2
  • photograph by Aaron Matheson
  • “Sense of Time” by Peter Kuttner alt v 1
  • “Entwined” by Leah Rei
  • photograph by Melissa McClain
  • “Mountain of Blue” by Laura Van Horne
  • “Nexus I” by Leah Rei
  • “On Course II” by Dina D’Argo
  • “Subtle Views V” by Lisa Ridgers
  • photograph by Nancy Crowell alt v 1
  • “Al Fresco Style” by Liz Jardine alt v 3

The images featured here are available in our Print-On-Demand collection.  Some areas of our website are password-protected. If you are a member of the trade but don’t have full access to our website, www.thirdandwall.com, please contact us at customerservice@thirdandwall.com.

Pantone Color of the Year 2019: Living Coral

Last week Pantone announced their highly anticipated Color of the Year, and their pick for 2019 is Living Coral.  In their description and explanation of the “vibrant, yet mellow” color, they acknowledge that this pick comes as a response to the influence of technology and social media in our daily lives.  They explain, “Sociable and spirited, the engaging nature of PANTONE 16-1546 Living Coral welcomes and encourages lighthearted activity.  Symbolizing our innate need for optimism and joyful pursuits, PANTONE 16-1546 Living Coral embodies our desire for playful expression.”  This vibrant color also recalls the “energizing aspects of color found in nature” and life under the sea.

  • piece by Bradford Brenner 
  • photograph by Nancy Crowell 
  • “Sea Coral II” by Patti Mann 
  • “If I Were There The Hills Would Turn Red” by Linda Stelling 
  • “Warm Summer” by Jeff Iorillo 
  • “Mystery Flow” by K. Nari alt v 2 
  • piece by Peter Kuttner alt 3 
  • “Spirited” by Jill Martin 
  • photograph by Melissa McClain 
  • “Map Series I” by Terri Burris 
  • “Moon Rise” by Randy Hibberd 
  • photograph by Aaron Matheson 

There are lots of ways to include Living Coral in your space, whether you lead with this cheerful color or use it in accent pieces.  If you are not ready make a big coral splash on a large scale, like painting your wall(s) or front door, try using this warm and playful color in your upholstery,tableware, and other home accessories.  Balance out this happy coral color with neutrals and white for a light and fresh space, or complement it with deep blues and greens for a vibrant room.  And finding the perfect wall art and decor can help tie in Living Coral with the rest of your design, keeping your room bright and cohesive!

  • photograph by Nancy Crowell 
  • “Blush Sky” by Linda Stelling 
  • “Coral Agate” by Liz Jardine 
  • “Traverse I” by Scott Brems 
  • “Pretty In Pink” by Brooke Borcherding alt v 1 
  • “Amaryllis” by K. Nari 
  • photograph by Melissa McClain 
  • “Party Time IV” by Lisa Ridgers 
  • “Shadows IV” by Lisa Ridgers alt v 1 
  • photograph by Aaron Matheson 
  • “Sprightly” by Jill Martin 

How would you decorate with Living Coral?

And check out or Pinterest Board for more Living Coral Inspiration!

The images featured above are available in our Print-On-Demand collection.  Some areas of our website are password-protected. If you are a member of the trade but don’t have full access to our website, www.thirdandwall.com, please contact us at customerservice@thirdandwall.com.

Here’s to Green for St. Paddy’s Day

pantone-210-new-color-families-greensSt. Patrick’s Day is upon us. Everyone from schoolchildren to our coworkers will be wearing green on the 17th in order to avoid the dreaded pinch. If your wardrobe is short on green we can’t save you from a pinching incident, but we do have plenty of green for your walls to wear!

According to Pantone, the Mothership of color, “The human eye literally sees more green than any other color. The hue of foliage, grass, and growing plants; bountiful trees, lush meadows and clinging vines; the shade of forests and jungles; elves and leprechauns; the product of the Irish patriot and St. Patrick’s Day; with a multitude of greens so plentiful in the surrounding world, there are many moods the green family can convey.”

The color experts at Pantone go on to explain that green is a restful color, influencing our nervous system, slowing and deepening our breath, and relaxing our heart by slowing the production of stress hormones.

Whether in airy meadows, urban parks or macro-views of nature’s hidden areas, the use of green can promote a sense of balance, harmony and reassurance.

There, don’t you feel calmer already? Get some green!

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

"Party" by KC Haxton

“Party” by KC Haxton

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