Fashion designers are looking to the beauty of the past and spirit of the present for their colour choices for this fall’s runway fashions, says Pantone Color Institute.

We’re barely through winter, but fashion never hibernates, particularly when it comes to the hottest hues of the season.

The experts at Pantone Color Institute have spoken. Emerald is the colour of 2013.

Hot hues for spring 2010 range from vibrant colours to neutral tones as consumers look to spice things up with colour or opt for a more cautious look.