Color Confidence

03/09/2026

How do colours influence people?

Join the next RAL COLOURS RAL COLOUR BREAK for a focused introduction to colour psychology. This 30-minute online session will challenge common misconceptions and explore the role colour effects can play in design, architecture and product development.

🧠 Topics to expect:
▪️ The fundamentals of colour psychology
▪️ How colour shapes perception
▪️ Common myths and misconceptions
▪️ The role of colour effects in different areas of design

The 15-minute keynote will be followed by a 15-minute live Q&A.

📅 Thursday, 10 September 2026
⏰ 15:30–16:00 CEST
📍 Online via Microsoft Teams
🌐 Presented in English
🔗 Free registration – LINK IN BIO

⌛ Register now so you don’t miss out!

22/06/2026

Add some colourful precision to your toolkit with up to 25% OFF selected products from leading colour brand Pantone , RAL COLOURS , and NCS Colour 🎨

Whether you're just getting into colour or you've been working with it for years, it's a great moment to refresh your guides at prices that won't last. Browse colour guides, swatch books, and the professional tools that help your projects hit the mark every time

📚Offer ends 29th June, so don't leave it too late ⏳ Shop now and track down your favourite hues at brilliant prices 🌈

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17/06/2026

Light, soft shades are redefining how we design calm, open environments. 🪷

Pale colours support simplicity and clarity - reducing visual noise while enhancing light and space.

As the second of three colour areas of NCS Colour Colours Beyond 2027+, Pale helps shape future‑focused palettes built for longevity rather than short‑term expression. ✨

21/05/2026

Soft, muted tones are shaping a quieter, more considered approach to colour. 🎨

Dull Pale reflects this shift: offering warmth, balance, and calm without demanding attention.

As the first of three colour areas of Beyond 2027+, this colour area helps frame future‑focused palettes designed for longevity rather than short‑term impact.

14/05/2026

How can colour design support more inclusive experiences?

Join the next RAL COLOURS Colour Break webinar with Alina Schartner, exploring the impact of colour on accessibility, readability and wellbeing.

This 30-minute session will share practical insights into designing for different visual needs, followed by a live Q&A with colour experts.

🧠 Topics to expect:
▪️ Understanding inclusive colour design
▪️ Improving readability and navigation through colour
▪️ Designing for a wider range of users
▪️ The link between colour and access to information

📅 27 May 2026
⏰ 15:30 CEST
📍 Online – LINK IN BIO

⌛ Register now so you don’t miss out!

11/05/2026

Three colour areas, three choices for your future designs. 🔮

Together, they form balanced combinations that highlight how colours work in relation to one another:

▪️ Dull Pale: Warm, soft mid‑tones with a gentle presence.
▪️ Pale: Light, low‑chroma colours that reduce visual noise.
▪️ Dark: Deep, muted tones that add depth and weight.

📱 Want to explore these colour areas further?
The NCS+ app gives you instant access to the full NCS Colour System, digital samples, and real‑time colour translations - making it easier than ever to bring these future shades into your design process.

What areas will you incorporate into your future designs? 🤔

31/03/2026

Don’t miss your chance - bring your ideas to life with colourful precision and enjoy up to 25% OFF selected products from industry leaders including , , and 🎨

Explore colour guides, swatch books, and professional tools designed to take your projects to the next level 📚

Hurry! This offer ends 10th April ⏳ Shop now and discover your favourite hues at brilliant prices. 🌈 https://bit.ly/4t4vd61

25/03/2026

Bring your ideas to life with colourful precision and enjoy up to 25% OFF selected products from industry leaders including , , and 🎨

Whether you're a design lover or a seasoned creative, now’s the perfect time to update your guides at unbeatable prices. Explore colour guides, swatch books, and professional tools designed to take your projects to the next level 📚

But hurry, this offer ends 8th April ⏳ Shop now and discover your favourite hues at brilliant prices 🌈 https://bit.ly/4t4vd61

Special offer on selected PANTONE, RAL, NCS and DCS products. For a limited time get up to 25% off colour references, colour guides and devices including colour fan guides, chip books, swatches, trend and reference publications along with the latest colour matching tools.

12/03/2026

🧡 Colour - Materials - Finish 🧡

Join RAL for the next session in their free webinar series: COLOUR BREAK - CMF Basics

This 30-minute session will include a keynote and live Q&A, and will explore the fundamentals of CMF: How colour behaves differently across contexts; how materials influence perception; and why finish is often the detail that makes or breaks a design

You can expect:

◼ Clear and practical CMF basics
◼ Best-practice examples for working with colour, material, texture, gloss, and translucency
◼ Guidance on creating purposeful CMF combinations

📅 Date: 18th March | ⏰ Time: 2:30 BST | 📍 Where: Online – LINK IN BIO

You won't want to miss this - register now!

04/12/2025

🌟 Introducing the Pantone Color of the Year 2026: PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer🌟

A whisper of calm in a noisy world ☁️

PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer is a billowy white imbued with a feeling of serenity that serves as a symbol of calming influence. Similar to a blank canvas, Cloud Dancer signifies the desire for a fresh start. Peeling away layers of outmoded thinking, PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer quiets the mind, encouraging true relaxation and focus that allows the mind to wander, and creativity to breathe, making room for innovation.

Pre-order your limited-edition Color of the Year Guides before they're gone: https://bit.ly/4oDOwka