A Color for a New, Hopeful Era

After World War II, millions of American families moved into new homes in growing suburbs.

People wanted bright, cheerful colors that felt modern and optimistic after years of hardship.

Manufacturers were happy to supply them, offering bathroom fixtures and tiles in a wide range of pastel shades.

Pink, in particular, felt fresh, fashionable and a little bit glamorous.

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