Trend Report: Tangerine Tango

Tangerine is the number one "it-color" of 2012. Tangerine is super bright and cheerful for the spring and summer months. It's time to throw away your winter grey's and black's and get ready for spring!

The specific color of tangerine is called "tangerine tango". It is Pantone color 17-1463.









There are two (or maybe three) ways to wear tangerine.
1. Focal Point- wear tangerine as the main piece of your outfit, you'll be sure to draw some eyes. However, the look may be too bold for some people
2. Pop of Color- wear tangerine just in an accessory to be on trend, but not overly bold
3. Color Blocking- this is kind-of in between the other two: it is a pop of color, but is also going to be a main point of your outfit. Check out our post on color blocking here.

Outfit Inspiration:
Focal Point-

This outfit is great for the warmer days in spring. That tangerine dress is so adorable! Wearing it with neutral accessories makes the tangerine really pop. If you aren't a dress girl, just wear a tangerine top or bottom.

Pop of Color (Bag):

The black dress and boots make the super bright purse really stand out. Like in the previous outfit, colors like Pantone's color Starfish look great when paired with tangerine.

Pop of Color (Shoes):

Simple black and white give all of the attention to the adorable heels. This outfit would be really easy to recreate: all you need is a black pencil skirt, white (or off-white, depending on your skin tone) shirt, hoop earrings, and the orange heels (which you would probably not already have).

Color Blocking:

The orange dress and blue bag clash horribly, but in a good way! Even the white flats are sort of in the color blocking theme of the outfit. The dress is doubly trendy because it has a drop waist which is a trend for this spring. The neutral fedora keeps the outfit from being too bright, while still being cute.

-XOXO

Popular Colors for Spring 2012

Every year, Pantone forecasts the year's most popular colors, these are the ten they have for this year.

1. Tangerine Tango (Pantone Color 17-1463)
Have we posted a trend post yet without mentioning tangerine? I don't think so, tangerine (or "tangerine tango") is definitely and without a doubt the it-color for spring this year. Tangerine looks great as a pop of color for an outfit. Juicy Couture even has a charm bracelet in tangerine!

2. Solar Power (Pantone Color 13-0795)

Another bring hue for this spring is Solar Power, a bright yellow. This "solar yellow" demands someone's attention. Sometimes, yellow can be a little harsh, but worn in moderation and in the right way, it can brighten up your wardrobe for this spring.

3. Bellflower (Pantone Color 18-3628)
Purple looks beautiful in the spring. It compliments the beautiful spring flowers wonderfully. This lavender/violet looks gorgeous as a dress, shirt, or just an accessory.

4. Cabaret (Pantone Color 18-2140)
Cabaret is a gorgeous mix of rose and violet. This color can be flowing and girly, or tight-fitting and mysterious. This color is very versatile and flattering. Try it in nail polish as well (it's one of spring's nail color trends) And I found another Juicy Couture charm bracelet!!

5. Sodalite Blue (Pantone Color 19-3953)
This dark blue is perfect for incorporating into a nautical-themed outfit. Dark colors are slimming, so it's flattering too! Navy goes with everything (like jeans) so it's easy to wear as well.

6. Margarita (Pantone Color 14-0116)

Margarita is a beautiful yellow-green. Green has been named the color of 2012 by many different sources. This green is soft and wearable, but unexpected as well.

7. Sweet Lilac (Pantone Color 14- 2808)
This lilac-toned pink is very romantic and girly. Wear it with girly pieces like dresses or skirts. Also, wear it on your nails for a natural pink flush.

8. Cockatoo (Pantone Color 14-5420)

Cockatoo is a whimsical light blue that can be incorporated into many different clothing styles. Try it with bohemian, girly, classic, or quirky outfits.

9. Driftwood (Pantone Color 18-1210)

Driftwood is a blend of grey and brown. Driftwood could look very modern and fashion forward when worn with pieces of that style, or casual and bohemian if worn with casual pieces. 

10. Starfish (Pantone Color 16-1120)
Starfish is a blend of sand, nude, and khaki colors. It is very natural and wearable for everyday. Wear it on your nails a well (Foundation nails are a 2012 spring nail trend).

In general, the colors to wear for spring 2012, a light, bright, or neutral. They are very wearable and you most likely have at least one of them in your closet already. -XOXO