2008 is the year of the "blues"
The color gurus of Pantone have reached a unanimous decision. The color of 2008 is...
Blue iris (a.k.a. No. 18-3943)!
More than that, there have been rumblings that blue will step up to the eco-pedestal and replace green as the shade for the environmental movement.
Congratulations blue.
I had a chance to chat with Blue Iris and this is what he had to say about his new responsibilities as the color of 2008:
How does it feel to receive such an honor?
I am absolutely flattered. In 2005, my cousin Blue Turquoise had the honor of being the color of the year. I was in contention as well, but I was happy BT got it. And by the way, I really love your column and blog.
Thanks!
I try to keep up with it as much as possible. I was surprised that so many people commented on that blog post you did about Clay Aiken.
I know, that was really unexpected.
(laughs) I guess those "Claymates" are alive and well in America.
Well, what kind of responsibility do you feel that you have now that you have been chosen?
(ponders a moment) I really don't know - I am still trying to get over the fact that I was chosen. (laughs) But in reality, I just want to take this title and serve the world - whether it be in fashion or otherwise.
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