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Pixelated Paint Chip Calendars

Stay Organized in the New Year with the Pantone 2013 Calendar

— January 3, 2013 — Art & Design
Brighten your workspace up all while staying organized with the Pantone 2013 calendar.

The calendar is inspired by Pantone's Matching System, which allows designers and printers to identify and reproduce color accurately. In efforts to expand its influence in the digital world, the brand has re-conceptualized its image to produce a calendar chock full of pixelated images that have been created from color chips. Each month offers a picture that goes succinctly with the theme of that specific season. To provide an example, the adorable penguin, which signifies winter represents the month of January. This intriguing and aesthetically pleasing calendar would provide a modern edge to your space.

Another great attribute to the Pantone 2013 Calendar is that you can use it both as a way to keep your daily life organized as well as a guide to finding the perfect color, which suits your specific tastes.

Photo Credits: laughingsquid, designboom
Trend Themes
1. Pixelated Paint Chip Images - Opportunity for brands to incorporate pixelated images created from color chips for a modern and visually appealing aesthetic.
2. Digital Expansion for Traditional Brands - Opportunity for brands, like Pantone, to re-conceptualize their image and expand their influence in the digital world.
3. Combining Functionality with Style - Opportunity to create products, like the Pantone 2013 calendar, that serve both as an organizational tool and a fashionable accessory.
Industry Implications
1. Graphic Design - Graphic designers can explore using pixelated images and color chips in their designs to create unique visuals.
2. Printing - Printing companies can utilize the Pantone Matching System and digital elements to offer innovative printing services.
3. Stationery and Decor - Companies in the stationery and decor industry can introduce calendars and other products that merge functionality and style, appealing to design-conscious consumers.
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