2013 Spring into Color

SPRING 2013

Winter hasn't arrived yet, but some had to take large strides forward to provide a future to the present. Right now the colors are muted and almost neutral in nature. For Spring 2013, a light switch will flip and a radiant cast will appear in the color line up. Many of the colors reminding you of natural sources of flowers, water, fruit and fibers. 

FALL 2012

Here are some ways to add the Fall 2012 colors into your wardrobe:

Take a Chill Pill

Late summer is the best time to reflect on the past few months and renew energy for the upcoming busy fall season filled with sports, events and family. It is a time to relax and the fashion industry isn't disappointing us with their latest options. Check out these looks that will help you kick it down a notch:

Victoria's Secret

Free People

Guess Jeans

Boston Proper

Celebrate the return of Mad Men

It is all about classic style and sophistication with an attitude when it comes to the great pieces found in the hit show "Mad Men." The great pieces found on the show have influenced several collections available in stores near you. Here are a few classic pieces you can take from Day to Night.

Black Halo - Nordstrom

Banana Republic

It's a Green Thing!

March is here and St. Patrick's day is almost upon us. On everyone's mind is the color green and the thought of Spring right around the corner. 


Green is the color of nature. It symbolizes growth, harmony, freshness, and fertility. Green has strong emotional correspondence with safety. Dark green is also commonly associated with money.


Green has great healing power. It is the most restful color for the human eye; it can improve vision. Green suggests stability and endurance. Sometimes green denotes lack of experience; for example, a 'greenhorn' is a novice. In heraldry, green indicates growth and hope. Green, as opposed to red, means safety; it is the color of free passage in road traffic.
Use green to indicate safety when advertising drugs and medical products. Green is directly related to nature, so you can use it to promote 'green' products. Dull, darker green is commonly associated with money, the financial world, banking, and Wall Street.

Dark green is associated with ambition, greed, and jealousy.
Yellow-green can indicate sickness, cowardice, discord, and jealousy.
Aqua is associated with emotional healing and protection.
Olive green is the traditional color of peace.

(For more about colors: Color Wheel)

Burberry - London Painted Graphic Check Scarf (Saks)

Michele Watches - Tahitian Jelly Bean Sea Green

Cole Haan - Brooke E/W Flap Tote

Madeline Girl - Tender Pump (DSW)

Tracy Reese - Jersey Dress (Nordstrom)

Hip to be Square - Color Blocking

1980's is back with refined designs in fashion. Use this trend to experiment with multiple bold colors. Utilize one key color blocked item and use it as the focus point of your outfit and then match one of the colors or use a neutral color (black, white or beige) for the rest of your assemble. 

Suiting from The Limited

Diane von Furstenburg - Harper Laurel

Rag & Bone

Rag & Bone - Surf Dress (Saks)

Colin Stuart - Victoria's Secret

Bring on the Blues!

Spring collections are launched and it has been a few years since you could find a good selection of blues in shoes, suiting and accessories. 


"Blue is seen as trustworthy, dependable and committed. The color of sky and the ocean, blue is perceived as a constant in our lives.

As the collective color of the spirit, it invokes rest and can cause the body to produce chemicals that are calming; however not all blues are serene and sedate. Electric or brilliant blues become dynamic and dramatic, an engaging color that expresses exhilaration."

Victoria's Secret Suiting

Gianni Bini Ahoy Peep-Toe - Dillards

Dooney & Bourke Small Jones Nubuck Satchel

Orange Crush

This spring's line-up brings bold colors in vibrant hues and modern design. Orange will be a key staple to add a vibrant splash to any outfit.


"Orange is a power color. It is one of the healing colors. It also stimulates enthusiasm and creativity. Orange means vitality with endurance. People who like orange are usually thoughtful and sincere. Lady luck's color is orange.

Put some orange in your life when you want:

• to spice things up when you feel time is dragging
• to become more involved in something
• to increase creativity
• relief from things becoming too serious"

Diane von Furstenberg "Reona Long Dress"

cut25 "Drap-Front Matte Jersey Dress"

Diane von Furstenberg "Boomerang Printed Stripe Scarf"

McQ "Leather Moto Jacket"

Cole Haan "Optical Weave Jade Small Bag"

Jimmy Choo "Letitia" Buckle Sandal

Spring collections are launched and it has been a few years since you could find a good selection of blues in shoes, suiting and accessories. 

Tod's Jodie Morsetto

"Blue is seen as trustworthy, dependable and committed. The color of sky and the ocean, blue is perceived as a constant in our lives.

As the collective color of the spirit, it invokes rest and can cause the body to produce chemicals that are calming; however not all blues are serene and sedate. Electric or brilliant blues become dynamic and dramatic, an engaging color that expresses exhilaration."

Bradgley Mischka Stingray Leather Watch

Victoria's Secret Suiting

Gianni Bini Ahoy Peep-Toe - Dillards

Dooney & Bourke Small Jones Nubuck Satchel

Red Hot for Valentines Day

This Valentines Day treat yourself to some TLC with a special present for yourself in Red. Not only will wearing red give you a feeling of confidence and romance, it also will let the world know you are open to new adventures.


"Red - Recognized as a stimulant red is inherently exciting and the amount of red is directly related to the level of energy perceived. Red draws attention and a keen use of red as an accent can immediately focus attention on a particular element."

How the color red affects us mentally and physically
* Increases enthusiasm
* Stimulates energy
* Encourages action and confidence
* A sense of protection from fears and anxiety

Suit - Victoria's Secret

'Rock' Chronograph Silicone Bracelet Watch by Marc by Marc Jacobs - Nordstrom

Gucci - Emily Medium Shoulder Bag - Saks

David Meister Sunburst Pleated Dress - Neiman Marcus

Moschino Cheap & Chic Cutout Patent Leather Pump - Nordstrom

Color me crazy!

Just as the winter is finally on it's way here in the Northern States, Spring is popping up in all the stores jolting us from the dull gray outdoors. This Spring the hot colors are: Tangerine Tango, Solar Power, Bellflower, Cabaret, Sodalite Blue, Cockatoo, Margarita, Sweet Lilac, Driftwood and Starfish. (See Pantone Spring 2012)


Here are some of my favorite applications of these vibrant colors:

Diane von Furstenberg

Victoria's Secret

Michael Kor

Alexander Wang

Haute Hippie

Ralph Lauren

Alice + Olivia

Rag & Bone (Cockatoo)

Jimmy Choo