Peach Fuzz (PANTONE 13-1023), softly nestled between pink and orange, is centered on the human experience. Its all-embracing spirit enriches the mind, body and soul, calls for a moment of stillness and sanctuary and inspires peace and healing from within.

Gentle and nurturing, the color of the year 2024 ushers in kindness and tenderness.

"In seeking a hue that echoes our innate yearning for closeness and connection, we chose a color radiant with warmth and modern elegance," Pantone Color Institute executive director Leatrice Eiseman shared. "It resonates with compassion, offers a tactile embrace and effortlessly bridges the youthful with the timeless."

Fashion designer and industry expert Roxoanne Bagano-Dizon explained that Peach Fuzz aligns with the 2024 fashion trends, with a shared emphasis on comfort, self-care and mindfulness through soothing tones and relaxed styles.

It conveys a message of tactility and cocooned warmth with a visually arresting approach from apparel to accessories. Sueded, velvety, quilted and furry textures come on top of the list.

"It evokes a sense of luxurious touch, which we can embrace with sumptuous peaches, delicate marabou feathers and lustrous vintage satins and silks," Bagano-Dizon expounded.

To add a touch of serenity to the wardrobe, the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde School of Environment and Design educator recommended exploring the various shades of Peach Fuzz.

"Discover the one that complements your unique skin tone, allowing you to personalize and enhance your fashion choices," she added.

"Mix and match," Bagano-Dizon advised. "Combine Peach Fuzz with other complementary options such as soft pastels or earthy tones for a harmonious look."

Poetic and romantic, Peach Fuzz likewise reigns in the hair and beauty departments. The lightness promises an ethereal and reflective finish to hair with a natural rosy glow that flatters complexions across various undertones.

The surprisingly versatile pigment enlivens the skin and adds warmth to the eyes, lips and cheeks. It likewise allows for an assortment of lipstick, blush, skin tone and contouring options. Pair with earthy browns for a fresher and more youthful look while deep reds and plums lean towards the dramatic.

Nail designs with a touch of Peach Fuzz likewise express innocence and sweetness.