I'd been familiar with the mugs for quite some time and while I think its a bit much, I not ashamed to admit - I'd have a good time at the Pantone Hotel. But I just came across the Pantone folding chairs, and I have to say - I definitely laughed a little. Its not that these products haven't been successful or aren't well designed. I guess its more that I had no clue enough people even know what Pantone is to appeal to a large enough audience for how many products they've got.
I guess the niche, nerdy designer market is plenty good enough :)
