Fall would not be complete without a seasonal favorite like Burnt Sienna, a deepened, earth shade of orange, reminiscent of an autumn sunset.  Pair this versatile hue with Nomad and Rapture Rose for a different twist.  Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2009

Hmmm, Burnt Sienna…  Wasn’t there a Burnt Sienna in the Crayola crayon box?   Yes, there was!  Verified by trusty ol’ Wikipedia.  Debuted in 1949.  Hey, I just HAD to know.  So, I guess this one can qualify as  a classic.  Ya think?  Don’t get me wrong, I like it.  With Creme Brulee or Nomad it would be a winner in my closet.  Just not sure if I’ll be going out and stocking up on it.  How about you?  Got some in your closet?  Like it enough to search for it?  You know the drill – sound off with a comment.

What’s your take on the suggested combinations?  At first blush I thought YUK – rose and orange?  Did someone at Pantone take a coffee break?  But looking at the color chips and remembering their natural occurrence together in nature, I’m game.  I’d do it.  How about you?  Are you bold enough to combine two seemingly incompatible colors?  If not, tell us why you think this should be a fashion NO NO.  Come on now.  Don’t be shy!