Barbiecore may have had its moment with Viva Magenta stealing the show as the colour of 2023, but now we’re turning to a new hue that’s all about cosiness, connection and warmth. 

It seems that after a year of maximalist statements and splashy sartorial shows, we’re all craving something a little lighter and pared back. Something that’s got the soothing qualities of a good neutral but with a positive pep in its step.

Introducing: Peach Fuzz. 

Named the Pantone Colour Of The Year, this velvety mix of pink and orange moves away from the bold brights of the last couple of years and brings with it a sense of stillness and serenity. 

From interior accents to tech, here’s how to weave this understated but warm hue into every area of your life… 

As spring approaches, there’s nothing like a good interior refresh to help us flourish with the newness the season brings.

But updating your interiors doesn’t have to mean re-tiling your bathroom or buying new furniture. It doesn’t even need to involve a lick of paint.

If your kitchen is your happy place, why not incorporate the colour of the year into your crockery selection. This super-cute peach bowl from Sostrene Greene is ideal for brightening up your breakfast, while this rose gold Smeg kettle gives the hue a metallic twist.

Do you consider yourself a certified flower girl? Then filling your home with fresh florals is an easy way to rejuvenate your space.

The Whitney and The Nadia bouquets from Bloom & Wild are sprinkled with beautiful peachy blooms that are perfect for adding a touch of floral elegance to your home.

You could even experiment with some new prints in this year’s star shade. If you have a particularly creative streak, the perfect evening or weekend activity could be sitting down with Peach Fuzz to draw or paint your own wall art.

Hello? It’s the year 2000 calling and they want you to give your smartphone a Y2K makeover.

Coloured tech is a really fun way to personalise life and the super-modern yet ultra-nostalgic Motorola Razr 40 Ultra in Peach Fuzz is here to inject some warmth into your day with its cosy colour and flip phone vibe.

And it’s not just a pretty face.

With the largest display of any flip phone, you can view more, do more and see more, all while looking stylish in the process. 

Stand your phone on its own to capture that group selfie or join a video call hands-free. You can even watch your favourite show without holding your aching arms above your head and fearing for your face in case you lose your grip. Ouch.

So, embrace the power of connection and let this phone brighten up your everyday: it’s like carrying around a little ray of sunshine in your pocket. 

Strawberry girl make-up, espresso eyes, blueberry milk nails, brownie glazed lips. From fruit to sweet treats, endearing food-related aesthetics have been dominating the make-up scene for the last couple of years

Maybe it’s time to invite Peach Fuzz into our beauty routines, too. 

Try out a peach matte nude lip like Mikai McDermott in this make-up tutorial or play around with blushes and eyeshadows to create a Peach Fuzz-worthy look, perfectly illustrated in this video tutorial by the Glamraider team.

If you’re not into make-up, fear not. Embrace the colour beyond the visual by inviting a peachy scent into your space. 

Add some excitement to your evening soak with Lush’s Peach bath bomb or slather up in a richly moisturising yet fantastically fruity cream like this Peach Body Butter from M&S.

Not only will you be taking the uplifting vibe to the next level, you’ll also smell good enough to eat.

There’s nothing better than throwing on an outfit that makes you feel like you can take on the world and injecting a feel-good colour into your sartorial rotation is a sure-fire way to elevate the good vibes.

In fact, the science suggests that the clothes we wear can have a very real effect on how we feel. ‘Enclothed cognition’ is the idea that the symbolic meaning and physical experiences we attach to our clothes influence our psychological processes.

For example, if we associate our favourite orange T-shirt with good energy, happiness and warmth, we’re likely to feel these emotions when wearing it. Pretty neat, right?

Pantone Peach Fuzz is described as a warm and cosy shade that’s reflective of our desire to connect and enjoy stillness and sanctuary, so incorporating this colour into your wardrobe is the perfect way to infuse your everyday with a little bit of sunshine.

Loyal to the ‘jeans and a nice top’ combo? This puff sleeve organza corset in a perfectly peachy floral print is sure to make you feel like you’re blooming alongside the flowers this season. 

Distrustful of the British weather? If the fluffy exterior of this faux fur cropped jacket doesn’t keep you warm, the cheerful colour undoubtedly will.

A good host always pays ample attention to setting the scene.

Create a gorgeous tablescape with this peach linen-blend tablecloth and decorate with mis-matched crockery in various shades of the colour to weave the feeling of togetherness and connection into your occasion. 

Add height with some gorgeous beeswax taper candles, like these ones from Loaf, et voila, you’re well on your way to creating a space that feels peaceful and inviting.

If you really want to take your occasion to the next level and embrace the vibe of collaboration, ask your guests to bring something that’s peach-coloured or made with peaches – the warm and cosy vibes will be inescapable.

Peach crumble, anyone?

Embrace the power of connection and inject some warmth into your day with the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra in Peach Fuzz.