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Identifying a marketable color palette through trend analysis is just the
beginning to actually finding customers.  The selection of color variation
is generally focused on a particular demographic.

If we consider the 2009 - 2011 color palette, the following graphic
examples reveal predicted color trends and how they might appear if
assembled as a product component.

Notice how a revision in the color palette creates a particular "feel" for
what the product is attempting to convey, even when applied to an
identical product.
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In 2009, Goth goes main stream.  What once was a sub culture of style and
attitude, now becomes a way of expression.  The image above on the left reveals
darker, subtle tones representing a more serious mood.  The image on the right is
the color palette, utilizing 2009 trend colors.

The image below on the right, represents a cultural influence on color.  We have
become a global community and what once was a North American influence on
color trends, has now become a "world" influence.  Bright, expressive colors
results in an optimistic attitude.  Propersity and good fortune is considered in the
palette.
      2009 - 2011 Color Forecast
Color trends will take a turn toward the personal in 2009 - 2011.  The
following categories will influence how we market products.

 Sustainability
 Cultural
 Gothic
 High Tech

The link below provides a narrative of color trending and graphic examples of what will be marketable.
Color Forecasting - Applying the Palette
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