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It’s hard to follow the warming brown hue of 2025’s color of the year, but PANTONE knew what they were doing when picking 2026’s color – Cloud Dancer, inspiring a mood of calm, clarity, and fresh beginnings.

PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer is a soft, airy white imbued with a feeling of serenity. The color was chosen as it nurtures human nature’s desire for quiet reflection and represents a calming influence in our fast-paced society. This billowy, white with equal parts cool and warm undertones serves as a symbol of new possibilities and fresh starts – perfect timing to kick-off a new year!

As stated on their website, “Pantone selects a color each year that captures the global zeitgeist—the Color of the Year expresses a global mood and an attitude, reflecting collective desire in the form of a single, distinct hue.” This marks the first time in the program’s history that Pantone has selected a shade of white as Color of the Year.

Need inspo on how to incorporate Cloud Dancer into your life in 2026? Keep reading on how Prudential Centers’ retailers and eateries can help you embrace serenity and clarity throughout 2026.

ARITZIA

For year-round Cloud Dancer style, Aritzia offers contemporary essentials in soft whites and creams that work across every season. The iconic Super Puff Shorty in matte pearl delivers warmth without sacrificing style, while the Isabelle Wool Cashmere Sweater in light birch embodies luxe minimalism perfect for layering. The cult-favorite ’90s Slit Satin Midi Dress from Babaton in matte pearl showcases Cloud Dancer’s serene aesthetic with its figure-smoothing silhouette and clean lines, a versatile piece that transitions beautifully from winter layers to spring and summer staples.

COLD STONE CREAMERY

For an edible way to consume Pantone’s color of the year, look no further than Cold Stone Creamery. The customizable ice cream shop makes their ice cream fresh, in every store, including the Cloud Dancer-hued French Vanilla, Cake Batter, Sweet Cream, and Cheesecake. After picking your additional sweet accoutrements of choice, watch as the freshly made ice cream is expertly mixed on the cold stone, creating a cloud-like, fluffy texture that’s as visually serene as it is delicious. 

FRETTE

Transform your home into a sanctuary of serenity with Frette’s luxurious Italian linens. Renowned for crafting the world’s finest bed and bath linens since 1860, Frette’s crisp white bedding and plush bath essentials embodies the “clarity without coldness” that defines 2026’s color of the year. Wrap yourself in Cloud Dance with the Lush Alpaca Throw, a soft, cloud-like blend of 70% alpaca and wool with a distinctive bouclé texture and delicate fringe. Complete your serene sanctuary by slipping into the Curly Shearling Slippers, crafted from plush curly shearling with genuine leather lining—offering exceptional comfort with effortless Italian style.

L’OCCITANE

Embrace Cloud Dancer’s message of calm and self-care at L’OCCITANE. This beloved Provence-inspired beauty brand offers luxurious products that aid in providing moments of mindful self-care. From the iconic Shea Butter Hand Cream to the Almond Milk Concentrate body lotion, L’OCCITANE will help you dance into a more serene moment on a busy day. 

MACKAGE

Nothing says fresh beginnings quite like a new coat for the season. Known for their innovative designs and exceptional craftsmanship, Mackage’s luxurious, sophisticated outerwear captures the essence of Cloud Dancer’s billowy, serene aesthetic. The LYDANA Down Jacket in cream delivers Cloud Dancer’s “clarity without coldness” with its oversized silhouette and plush down fill. The JENI-F 2-in-1 down parka in cream features Mackage’s signature tailoring with a wrap front and belted waist. These investment pieces embody both style and warmth for Boston winters, offering a timeless approach to embracing 2026’s color of the year.

The shops & eateries at Prudential Center showcase that there’s nothing bland about Cloud Dancer! This fresh, serene shade opens up space for creativity and new possibilities. Peruse the Center throughout the year to find new ways to include Pantone’s color of the year all 2026 long.

Image courtesy of PANTONE