Pantone’s Tangerine Tango vs Benjamin Moore’s Wythe Blue
It’s no secret that both Pantone and Benjamin Moore have announced their selections for Color of the Year. Pantone named Tangerine Tango a spirited reddish orange that will surely provide a jolt of inspirational energy. Benjamin Moore, on the other hand, has selected wythe blue HC-143, a soothing blue-green hue symbolizing tranquility.
Pantone’s lively, juicy color is certainly a provocative attention-getter, and is especially appealing as an accent adding that unexpected pop of color.
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Benjamin Moore’s everlasting, classic blue hue has universal appeal and is more versatile than you may think. Evoking the sea and sky, wythe blue brings a sense of comfort and stability to any room.
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Having trouble deciding which you prefer? I believe the two favorites can coexist, with Tangerine Tango adding an unexpected jolt to the serenity that wythe blue provides a room. Personally I kind of like the combo!
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Which color of 2012 appeals to you? Are you drawn to the calming wythe blue or do you lean more towards the pick-me-up Tangerine Tango?
Maybe it’s just my personality, but I prefer a room to be calming. Although, a bright smack of color never hurt anyone. Certainly a unique idea to combine the two! I may have to give it a try. …now to decide which room!
Indeed Ben, no one has ever been hurt by a smack of color! Thanks for reading and taking the time to leave a response.
I like both colors, but it completely depends on how they’re used. I love the tangerine for an accent wall, maybe paired with white accents. But the blue is calming and chic… could be great for a spa-like bathroom or even for a classically decorated dining room like in the photo above.
I agree Liz, the use of color determines everything! Thanks for taking the time read and respond.
I think the Tango color is cheap, overwhelming and hurts my eyes, and even when it’s used just as an accent color, you sure to get tired of it very quickly…the combination makes it even worse, it seems to give the room an impression of being very kindergardenish or a girls-tea-party
wythe blue, on the other hand, is sophisticated, chic and versatille…
Thanks for commenting Stash! I couldn’t agree more, wythe blue is a very sophisticated and versatile color!
What color is the trim in the Pantone’s Tango sitting room ? I really like the combination there. I plan on using Wythe Blue in our Great Room , with pops of Tango here and there.
Hi Gerri, The color on the trim and bookshelf in that image is Guilford Green HC-116. The “cream” in this room actually has a hint of green in it which gives the color a little bit of an edge. Happy Painting!
I am painting my very traditional dining room Wythe Blue- I think it has enough grey in it to work well in a formal space. Crossing my fingers it looks great! My living room coming off of the dining room is going to be Monroe Bisque, a creamy neutral which does have a yellow/orange undertone. Don’t know if I’m brave enough to add any Tangerine tango in the mix!
Hey Rebecca, your project sounds like so much fun. When you’re done, please share a picture to the Benjamin Moore Facebook page. I can’t wait to see the results!
Sign me up, I love them together! My preferrences have always leaned towards the warm happy colors, but I think they are quite delicious co-mingling!
I just think it’s amusing that the Annapolis GREEN is lighter and bluer than Palladian BLUE. Paint is fascinating.
Hi Beth, I couldn’t have said it better myself! Paint Colors is fascinating which is why we love to blog about them. Thanks for the comment!
Our interior design work on houses in the Hamptons typically falls more into the realm of Wythe Blue (we’ve used it several times in projects for our clients)…However, orange is such a fun color, and a great compliment to blue.
At the 2010 Hampton Designer Showhouse, we didn’t have to choose between orange and blue…The retro chic Mad Men-era Pool Lounge we created featured orange furniture, wallpaper, rug and pillows, punctuated with splashes of aqua blue accessories:
http://www.designingthehamptons.com/2010/10/pool-lounge-by-mabley-handler.html
So, why pick one over the other, when you can have both? We’ll take Wythe Blue AND Tangerine Tango!
I love your retro chic Mad Men-era Pool Lounge! Amazing use of both blue and orange. Thanks for reading the post and leaving a comment!
I’m loving the combination of both of the colors in the last 2 photos! After years of neutral interior color schemes being driven by our blah economy, I’m ready for some color :)
Hi Sally, We’re always ready for some colors! Thanks for taking the time to read the post.
Wyeth blue calms my pulse and tangerine revs me up. I need both in my life.
Whythe Blue is my favorite color. It is a clear pretty blue that makes you feel like you are in a wonderful place. Can be dressed up or down, country or city slicker. Love it!
I agree with several previous posts on the combination of Tangerine Tango and Wythe Blue! The serene qualities of the blue are engerized by bits of Tangerine …..and we all love it!
Iam always inspired by your blog. Thanks so much for sharing! Cant wait for your help on creams,off white,just cant find the warm muddy color and iIve tred many HELP!!!!!
Your Wythe blue dining room is soooo pretty! Cool and serene. I really prefer the tranquil colors of blue and green.
Hi Kay, It is a beautiful color- Thanks for taking the time to read the post and comment!
I Absolutely love the Tangerine color. I had my living room dining room and kitchen done in Tangerine. I need suggestions for an accent color for Tangerine other than Blue
Hi Debbie,
Some accent possibilities would be french press AF-170, devonwood taupe 1008, or guilford green HC-116. Let me know how your project turns out!
Thankyou so so much. Went to BM paint store and purchased a sample of each. The Sandalwood Taupe is a WINNER! You were the anwser to my prayer today.
I’m having trouble choosing colors for window treatments for my home office which is painted nantucket fog ( love it !) and guest room which is painted beacon gray ( love it too ! ) Hope you can give me some inspiration !
Hi Marion, Great wall colors! I would like to recommend an off-white for all your window trims. The clean white will pop against your beautiful wall colors, creating a crisp, fresh looking rooms. Take a look at OC-17 white dove or 2153-70 ivory tusk. Good luck!
Hi, I picked oklahoma wheat to go with wythe blue in
in my east facing family room. Now I am wondering if I should have gone with more of a beige or off white. The wood work right now is pickled with linen white…don’t know what to do with that?
What color is the trim and ceiling in the wythe blue dining room? beautiful compliment.
Hi Lori,
walls: wythe blue (HC-143), ceiling: battenberg (AF-70), trim: storm cloud gray (2140-40)
Hope this helps and happy painting! – Michelle
One of my readers saw my plea of help in picking a new color for my kitchen. Needed to go with off white cabinets and a grey island. The color is Wythe Blue. it’s absolutely gorgeous. Can’t wait to get home and get started!
What color is the wall that the Mirror is on? Doesn’t look like Tango and I really like it for my foyer that is adjacent to the great room which will be painted Wythe Blue. Thank you in advance for letting me know. : )
Hi! Could you tell me what the wall color is in the last picture, with the built in book shelf? I love the combo of the 3 colors! Thanks!
Do you think you could paint an entire master bedroom in the Wyeth blue? Our master bath is adjoining the bedroom and the walls are visible. Would you continue the wyeth blue in the bathroom or do another color?
Hi Leslie, Absolutely! Wythe Blue is a great universal color (not to mention that it’s the 2012 Color of the Year at Benjamin Moore) and will complement any space. Try pairing it with any of the following colors: Handmade AF-325, Spa AF-435, Simply Irresistible #205, French White #1093, or Hollingsworth Green HC-141. Good luck with this project! Share some pics when you’re done- I’d love to see. – Michelle
I have been looking for paprika accents for an office they have been hard to find. Lamps chairs ect.