COLOR PUNCH: VIBRANT ORANGE

The Pantone Color Institute, the world renowned authority on color and color technology in fashion & home design, has released their 2012 PANTONE COLOR OF THE YEAR: TANGERINE TANGO. This is a vibrant reddish orange that reminds you of the most beautiful sunset.



Think of the bright gorgeous glow of a beautiful POPPY FLOWER or a FIREY SUNSET.



This color is BOLD, ENERGETIC, FUN , HAPPY, INTENSE, MAGNETIC & FULL OF LIFE!!!







A Perfect Poppy...



A Stunning Sunset...



Here are some fun ways to add Color to your life....

Whether its DEEP REDDISH ORANGE or a more subdued BRIGHT ORANGE add just a punch of it here and there so as not to overwhelm...

Instead of an entirely orange room...TRY AN ACCENT WALL....This is also a great way to HIGHLIGHT A GREAT MIRROR OR PIECE OF WALL ART!



A vibrant orange accent wall invitingly pulls you into the space...



This color has a MODERN yet VINTAGE flair...Lots of great vintage finds in this HOT REDDISH ORANGE....Check out Flea Markets, Garage Sales, and Auctions for fabulous vintage finds like these...





Great Coffee Set...www.1stopretro.com



An ordinary vintage chest of drawers gets a coat of orange paint...



This hot and energetic color has made its way into fashion & home design. Despite its intensity this color is versatile. You don't have to paint your entire room INTENSE ORANGE...instead this color can be used as a PERFECT POP in fashion and decor. Orange is not just a fruit its an amazing color that has seen a real resurgence in popularity...its warm amber glow is cozy and very flattering to skin tones...

This color is DIVINE & Oh Sooo CHIC when paired with TAN & CAMEL & RICH BROWN tones...IN BOTH FASHION & DECOR!!!





Very Modern and On Trend when paired with Gray Hues....



Beautiful when paired with Turquoise & Blue....





Stunning with Crisp White....



An EARTHY WARM ORANGE creates an inviting entry and makes framed prints & trim pop!!!



Tufted Burnt Orange Dining Room chairs entice the appetite and create plush warmth...



ADD INSTANT WARMTH to your bedroom with a rich and plush orange headboard and cozy accent pillows....



Sumptuous Soft Orange Hues as yummy as an Orange Creamsicle in this formal bedroom...



Great for Accessories in Fashion and Home!!

Pack a Powerful Punch of Color with this BOLD Orange Monogram Pillow from www.zhush.com



Adorable MP3 case by STASH




Check out these great accessories from www.Jonathan Adler.com...




Great Vintage 60's Coat...Put this coat on and.... INSTANT MOOD ENHANCER...check it out at heidihodge on www.etsy.com!!!




Many Shades of Orange...Dynamic Mystique Rug in Cayenne from houseofarearugs.com




Spicy Pops of Color...To Create Visual Interest!



Warm and Natural....



A White Modern Kitchen by Eric Roth gets a color punch with Orange Bar Stools





Orange is very VERSATILE and there are a million shades to choose from!

Whatever shade of orange you prefer just remember....

DON'T BE AFRAID OF A LITTLE COLOR...

and HAVE FUN!

Angela :-)