Cloud Dancer Inspires New Beginnings as 2026 Color

Pantone announced Cloud Dancer as 2026 Color of the Year, following Mocha Mousse.
Pantone spent 12 months tracking cultural trends and references.
Laurie Pressman said Cloud Dancer reflects balance between digital life and human connection.
Cloud Dancer combines cool and warm undertones, inspired by Met Gala's silhouettes and Diana Ross's train.
Brand partners like Hasbro, Post-It, and Mandarin Oriental create Cloud Dancer products.
Spotify and Motorola Edge 70 offer themed playlists and a smartphone edition.
Cloud Dancer symbolizes calmness and new beginnings as a blank slate.

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Laurie Pressman | Leatrice Eiseman | Diana Ross

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