„Marsala enriches from within, stirs the soul and conveys a sense of trust and stability“, explains Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute. „Similar to the fortified wine from which the elegant shade got its name, Marsala epitomises the satiated happiness that follows a delicious meal, while its reddish-brown base note lends it a subtle, rustic naturalness. The strong, yet stylish colour appeals to everyone and easily finds its place in fashion, cosmetics, industrial design, furnishings and interior design.“
Designers are using Marsala
According to a Pantone spokesman, Marsala caused a sensation at the spring 2015 fashion shows and was incorporated into the collections of fashion designers such as Daniel Silverstain, Hervé Léger by Max Azria and Dennis Basso. Marsala’s expressive, profound qualities allow designers to make an elegant colour statement and, combined with many other colours, create alluring effects. With the ever-growing popularity of floral patterns and stripes, this colour will certainly be seen in many variations in men’s and ladies’ fashions next year, according to Pantone.
Marsala – a favourite choice for shoes, too
Marsala is also a favourite choice for jewellery and fashion accessories, such as handbags, hats, shoes and increasingly popular wearables. The highly versatile colour makes a particularly dramatic impact in combination with neutral tones, such as taupes and greys. The glowing, brownish undertones also allow Marsala to come into its own alongside amber, umbra and golden yellows, as well as with turquoise and blueish-green hues and more vibrant blues.
