| Dear Xymara Reader This month, we've all come back exhausted from Milan, brimming to the full with news of all that we've seen! First off, EXCLUSIVE to the XYMARA Newsletter, is our Color Trend Research paper, which details our verdict on the color trends observable in Milan, from 2007 to 2008. Second, we have the first of our two reviews of Milan 2008 (a second review will follow later in May), in which Oliver Spies takes us through the best of the show, and highlights the design trends on view. Was it truly "nothing new" as many said? Or was there more going on in the background than met the eye? Elsewhere, we've continued to spotlight the work of color stylists - one of our main pre-occupations. Nathalie Gaullier inspired us with her photoreportage on the colors of Cambodia , while Montaha Hidefi outlined her creative process in creating and naming her color palette. Meanwhile, young designer Martin Oeggerli's very subtle work with color also impressed us. We continued to bring solutions to the world of visual surface effects as well: last month saw the launch of the Ciba® XYMARA™ XPS Anti-yellowing grades. In events news, look out for Ciba at DRUPA , the world's pre-eminent graphic arts and printing fair, in no less than three locations! Ciba's own stand is at B56 in Hall 17, but you can also see Ciba technology at the Metal FX stand, D17 in Hall 15 and matchmycolor.com, the online color management platform, will be presented at the Flint Group stand, C38 in Hall 05. Lastly, a quick reminder about our XYMARA™ Design Award. The registration and submission pages are now open for young designers to send us their entries in our three categories of mobile phones, packaging and furniture! Don't forget to send us your design, or pass this on to a young designer you know who may find this a great way to show what they can do! Along with the prize money, sponsored by Ciba, the category sponsors - L'Oréal, Vodafone and Renolit - are offering internships in their design studios, which will give the winners maximum opportunities for gaining experience and exposure! And, on that note, it only remains for me once more to exhort you to enjoy our world of effects and emotion at XYMARA.com! Le Vin Chin Editor-in-Chief XYMARA.com Color Trend Research EXCLUSIVE to the Ciba® XYMARA™ Newsletter: In-depth studies on the science, art and philosophy of color and design.
News What's new and what's happening in the world of effects? We provide information on design trends, market players, novel products and innovative technologies.
Designers' Corner All about design, from inspiration to concrete examples, via interviews with designers and features on events and trends. Events Where to go to find inspiration - or to meet your network of contacts? We highlight the most influential design shows, trade shows and press events.
INMYX Highlights from XYMARA.com's companion online magazine
 A Distinct Change of Color in Milan
 Designs Unseen - An Interview with "Micronaut" Martin Oeggerli
Where did a Marketing Manager Draw Inspiration from to Name a New Powder Coating Color Selection?
•Self-sufficiency, environmental protection and cultural promotion - All in a day's work for Ute Hübler and Sonja Nitschmann of espírito brasilis
 Keeping things new with Ciba® XYMARA™ XPS Anti-yellowing grades
"X" Marks The Spot! #12
 Preview - Luxe Pack 2008
Preview of DRUPA 2008 - the printing industry Olympics
Review of Milan 2008 - News From the World's Most Important Design Fair
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