As the year draws to a close, Pantone officially unveils its highly anticipated Color of the Year, a global reference embraced by the design and industrial communities. More than a color trend, it serves as a visual language of our time—reflecting the world’s atmosphere, cultural movements, and future direction.
Following Peach Fuzz in 2024 and Mocha Mousse in 2025, Pantone has officially announced the 2026 Color of the Year: Cloud Dancer (PANTONE 11-4201).

Pantone is the world’s first organization to systematize and standardize color through data. Its universal color-coding system enables brands, designers, and manufacturers to maintain consistency and communicate color accurately across materials and production processes.
Before announcing the Color of the Year, Pantone conducts extensive research with global manufacturers, retailers, and designers to forecast color directions for the year ahead. In markets where early mass production carries high risk, the Color of the Year becomes a shared reference—helping brands reduce uncertainty and avoid standing out for the wrong reasons.