2009.05.29
For a dose of economic optimism, think pink
It's more common these days to see men wearing pink ties, but what about bright fuchsia kitchens and hotel buildings? Bold color apparently is in this year, and if it's pink, it's likely going to be a hit.
This fall, fuchsia is one of the leading hues in men and women's clothing. The bright color also is showing up in unlikely places, such as on buildings and in interior design schemes, according to this Wall Street Journal story.
In apparel, fashion designers think that this kind of bold color will make consumers feel more optimistic about the economy, therefore encouraging them to spend. Black, gray and brown shades don't necessarily evoke optimism, states the story.
Neon orange and yellow also are joining the hot pink color lineup.
I'm typically a color-driven consumer. What about you?
I wanted to speak to the sensational journalism exhibited by Ms. Boone. Mr. Gus Pappas came to this counrty as a young man and lived the American Dream. He built an Iconic business in the Roanoke Valley which has operated with great integrity for many decades. Patrons from Roanoke and surroundsing areas have enjoyed a trip to the Roanoke Weiner Stand for as long as I can remember. In todays environment of "tear them down" reporting I am appalled that Ms. Boone is coverning this unfortunate story from the negative perspective and not from a human interest angle. The personal financial business of this family is really none of our business.
Comment by Penny Robertson — May 29, 2009 @ 10:32 am
Maybe Dan Casey and Jenny Boone have switched places! He's trying to write about Pizza joints and Olive Garden, and she's doing the "tear-em-down".....
Comment by Rauchen — June 1, 2009 @ 12:24 pm