You may have heard, over the years, the announcement of the colour of the year. Unless you are a professional designer, chances are you have no idea who is responsible for choosing the particular hue or shade that will spruce up the most up-to-date living-room wall or décor of your favourite restaurant. And while it may seem trivial to most, it is an influential matter in the corporate world. Slate tells the story of how a former printing company in New Jersey became the King of Colours.
https://slate.com/business/2021/03/what-is-pantone-color-of-the-year.html