Catch the Color | Apricot Orange
Catch the Color
PANTONE 17-1353 |
Apricot Orange,
associated into 5 moods.
PANTONE 17-1353 |
Apricot Orange,
associated into 5 moods.
NOSTALGIC WARMTH
In interiors, Apricot Orange brings a sense of nostalgic warmth, wrapping living spaces in the comfort of soft textiles, terracotta ceramics, and cozy corners.
HARVEST CHIC
Inspired by pumpkin patches, sunset tones, and earthy sophistication during fall fashion weeks, the color fits well with dusty rose, soft browns and cream whites.
RETRO REVIVAL
The hue echoes retro vibes of 1970s-style road trips through autumn landscapes.
EARTHY MODERNISM
The hue connects contemporary design to the natural world, offering buildings a tactile, organic feel that mirrors the shifting landscapes outside.
AUTUMN VITALITY
Apricot Orange celebrates autumn vitality — seen in the rustling coats of foxes and squirrels, and the warm glow that filters through golden leaves.
PANTONE 17-1353 | Apricot Orange
As October settles in, a quiet transformation unfolds — the air grows crisp, the sun dips lower, and the world softens into tones of harvest and reflection. At the heart of this seasonal shift lies PANTONE 17-1353 Apricot Orange, a color that captures the very essence of autumn’s golden hour.
In interiors, Apricot Orange brings a sense of nostalgic warmth, wrapping living spaces in the comfort of soft textiles, terracotta ceramics, and cozy corners. It conjures images of flickering candles, well-worn books, and the scent of cinnamon in the air — the perfect backdrop for October’s slow, introspective pace.
In the realm of architecture, the color embodies earthy modernism, grounding structures in tones reminiscent of clay, brick, and harvest soil. Used in facades or detailing, Apricot Orange connects contemporary design to the natural world, offering buildings a tactile, organic feel that mirrors the shifting landscapes outside.
For the automotive world, Apricot Orange channels a mood of retro revival — a nod to the burnt oranges of vintage roadsters cruising through leaf-lined roads. It’s a color made for classic lines and crisp horizons, evoking freedom, nostalgia, and the open road under an autumn sun.
In fashion, the shade transforms into harvest chic, adorning trench coats, knits, and accessories with a rich, yet grounded elegance. Whether in suede boots or over-sized scarves, Apricot Orange feels both current and timeless — a color that moves gracefully through crisp mornings and firelight evenings.
Finally, in nature, Apricot Orange celebrates autumn vitality — seen in the ripening of pumpkins and persimmons, the rustling coats of foxes and squirrels, and the warm glow that filters through golden leaves.
For the month of October, which carries transitional energy between the warmth of early fall and the approach of winter, Apricot Orange fits perfectly.
Published by B.I.G. Yarns' Color Development Team, Octobre 2025
