While I’m still in love with my LBDs,  I’m dying to be fashionably radiant this year.

That’s why I was happy to learn that Mimosa, a warm, engaging yellow,  has been named the color of the year for 2009.

According to the experts at Pantone Color, mimosa is a versatile shade that coordinates with any other color, has appeal for men and women, and translates to both fashion and interiors.

So look out for women’s accessories, active sportswear and men’s ties and shirts in this vibrant hue.

What You Should Know About Yellow

The color yellow exemplifies the warmth and nurturing quality of the sun, properties we as humans are naturally drawn to for reassurance. Mimosa also speaks to enlightenment, as it is a hue that sparks imagination and innovation.