Pantone has announced the color for the year 2014. Dubbed Radiant Orchid, its technical name is PANTONE PQ-18-3224TCX. Can we just call it pink purple?

How did they decide this as the color for 2014? According to Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute:
An enchanting harmony of fuchsia, purple and pink undertones, Radiant Orchid inspires confidence and emanates great joy, love and health. It is a captivating purple, one that draws you in with its beguiling charm.
Will you be adorning your drapes, carpets, dresses, shirts and more with this color? We know another guy who loves a similar shade. We have his picture below:



[Pantone]