Very Peri in the Kitchen: Inspiration From Pantone’s Color of the Year

If you’re a periwinkle fan, 2022 is your year—Pantone has announced that Very Peri is the Color of the Year for 2022. So, whether you are looking for ways to fuel your love of periwinkle, or are looking to branch out from your comfort zone and try out the latest design trends, Local Root has cultivated a list of periwinkle-inspired touches you can incorporate into your kitchen this year. 

Light blue stand mixer whipping meringue, lemons and lemon meringue pie in background

Cuisinart Stand Mixer In Arctic Blue

Functional kitchen tools can be pretty, too. For the baker searching for a subtle yet elegant touch of periwinkle, take a look at Cuisinart’s Stand Mixer in Arctic Blue. This 5.5-quart capacity mixer is a practical addition to any baker’s arsenal, while also adding a pop of subtle color to your space. Not a fan of electric mixers? Stick to the classics with Rosti’s Margrethe Mixing Bowl In Nordic Blue. This soft light blue bowl, developed in the 1950s, is sure to compliment your periwinkle dreams, all while fitting a more traditional kitchen aesthetic. 

Three light blue mixing bowls on floral surface against matching light blue background

Rosti Margrethe Mixing Bowl In Nordic Blue

A set of versatile mixing bowls might be on your wish list for 2022. Don’t settle for less-than-perfect mixing bowls—check out the Good Grips 3 Piece Stainless Steel Insulated Mixing Bowl Set In Gray from OXO. This set of three bowls features light gray, dark gray, and light blue tones, the perfect complement to a periwinkle paradise. Additionally, it is made up of a plastic exterior, convenient to hold, and a stainless steel interior, which maintains the temperature of ingredients. These are a must-have!

Let’s look at periwinkle linens. A cheerful apron—perfect for Spring and beyond—and an excellent way to tie in periwinkle-inspired tones is Garnier Thiebaut’s Hortensias Bleu Apron. The light and dark purple-blue tones blend perfectly with Pantone’s Color of the Year, while the beautiful design creates a timeless apron that can be enjoyed for years to come. If you’d like something more bold in design, check out the Mille Wax Ocean Apron, also from Garnier Thiebaut. This fun apron is both chic and comfortable, featuring a soft, 100% cotton construction.

Light and dark blue indigo apron with floral design

Garnier Thiebaut Hortensias Bleu Apron

Light and dark blue apron with patched quilt pattern

Garnier Thiebaut Mille Wax Ocean Apron

If you’re all “periwinkle-d out” and looking for kitchen linens that will stand out from and compliment your periwinkle kitchen, the Lavande Mauve Kitchen Towel from Garnier Thiebaut might just be your new best friend. It features a classic design and more standard purple and blue tones that will mesh nicely with periwinkle without being too overwhelming. This towel is also perfect if you’re looking for color tones that feature a similar color scape to periwinkle, but with a unique twist. 

2022 is the year for periwinkle, but that doesn’t mean you can’t go green, too. Stay environmentally cautious with this fashionable Ami Market Tote In Thistle from Graf Lantz. This cotton tote is conveniently versatile for use at any outing, as well as washable for repeated use. Looking for more eco-conscious items to add to your kitchen and home? Shop more sustainable, locally sourced, and eco-friendly brands at Local Root and Didriks.

New year, new color, new designs, and even more inspiration! Brighten up 2022 with your take on Pantone’s Color of the Year: Very Peri. Shop these products at Local Root and Didriks both in-store and online. Visit us at either our Belmont or Newton location for even more design advice from our knowledgeable and design-savvy staff. Or, shop online from the comfort of your couch, where you can enjoy free shipping on orders over $80! We wish you a Very Peri shopping adventure. 

Chelsea Mabbott