The wait is over! The 2018 Pantone Color of the Year has been revealed. And it’s a bold and daring shade of purple: Ultra Violet.

According to the Pantone Color Institute, in 2018 the trendiest color will be Ultra Violet.

Every year Pantone selects a color for the following year, their choice reflects the design trends at the moment and the cultural environment. In their announcement for the 2018 color, the shade was called “dramatically provocative and thoughtful”.

This year’s shade has always been associated with a mystical or spiritual quality, being often associated with meditation and mindfulness.

In interiors, Ultra Violet can add an extraordinary touch of boldness and self-expression. While it still is an elegant color it can make a huge statement in every setting!

This vibrant color is capable of adding a bold and bright touch to any environment! Pair it with golden accents for a winning color palette.

If you’ve always been a fan of purple this is your chance to shine! You can choose a few statements or a full-on purple interior as the one above.

See also: Pantone Executive Director Reveals the 2018 Color Trends

This shade is very trendy right now. But if you are afraid of investing in a big piece you can choose some statement items as this beautiful dining chairs.

And for a low-key way of incorporating this color you can never go wrong with a piece of art.

Looking at this beautiful hospitality project we can see why it has been selected as the color of the year. It just brings the perfect amount of boldness to an elegant and luxurious project.

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Items that would Look Great Paired With Ultra Violet