Pink is the happy carefree color of cotton candy, pastry boxes and party dresses. Honeysuckle pink is the official color of 2011 as declared by Pantone, the color experts. Everything from small appliances, tableware, men’s ties and your accent wall is honeysuckle pink.

Being “in the pink” refers to a sense of inner peace, love, and well-being. Pink gem stones such as rose quartz and Inca Rose Stone are believed to open the heart to love and friendship. “Tickled pink” translates to being joyful. Now is the perfect time to bring the power of pink into your home décor.

Honeysuckle is the uplifting flower that lures hummingbirds by its color. Our happy-go-lucky childhood summers were scented with its sweet aroma. It is a shade of pink that is making its way into our hearts and home design.

The fresh hue of honeysuckle is a vibrant upbeat color with a hint of red to elevate anyone’s outlook on life. This dynamic shade of pink encourages a sense of fun and energy. A pink powder room or an accent wall is a delicious way to introduce this color of happiness. A pink bedspread and accent pillows brings a lighthearted look to the bedroom. Upholstered furniture in patterns using shades of honeysuckle, chocolate, soft greens and bronze are a rich combination and an easy approach to introducing the “pink of perfection” into your design style.

Think pink! It will warm your heart and home and put a smile on your face.