Cinderella dressed in yella......

Each year Pantone selects a color of the year- This year it happens to be Mimosa. A georgeous bright yellow! Mimosa is now one of my favorite colors and it's also the name of a cocktail you can order before noon without scandalous looks from the table next to you!

When I was growing up my parents let my sister and I select the colors for our bedroom, I was in the 5th grade- and we agreed on bright yellow walls, lime green trim and bright orange plush carpet. Bright colors have always been at the top of my box of favorite colors- thanks mom and dad for the creative license!

Are you a color freak that follows along? or an inquiring mind who wants to know who the past winners of this award are...

2000 15-4020 Cerulean BlueChosen for the millennium for its calming zen state of mind.
2001 17-2031 Fuchsia RoseA reversal from the previous year, more exciting, more feminine and sexy.
2002 19-1664 True RedRecognizes the impact of 9/11 with a patriotic hue.
2003 14-4811 Aqua SkyA cool blue meant to restore hope and serenity.
2004 17-1456 Tiger LilyAcknowledges the hipness of orange, with a touch of exoticism.
2005 15-5217 Blue TurquoiseAnother reversal to a calming shade.
2006 13-1106 Sand DollarA neutral color that expresses concern about the economy.
2007 19-1557 Chili PepperChosen for its pizazz and sophistication and its hint of ethnic taste.
2008 18-3943 Blue IrisA mix of blue and purple that suggests dependability and magic.

(source: fontfeed.com)