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11 On-Trend Orange Wallpapers That Reflect Pantone's 2012 Color of the Year

Elka Karl — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 04:00:28 PST

Back in December, I reported on Pantone's new color of the year. Pantone, the global authority on color, helps to determine the color direction for interior design, fashion, cosmetics, and graphic design every year with its choice of color. This year, the color is Tangerine Tango, a vibrant shade that will add energy to any space where it's introduced. I've rounded up 11 different wallpapers that riff on this shade, some keeping it more muted, while others going big and bold. See if you can find a favorite pattern when you keep clicking.

5 Perfect Pairings For Orange

Mandy Harris — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 03:05:00 PDT

August can be a tricky time in terms of decorating: we're trying to squeeze the last bits of inspiration out of the bright, warm days of Summer, but as September approaches, our thoughts can't help but turn to Fall colors. Orange is the perfect color to help bridge the gap between seasons; the vibrant, citrusy hue simultaneously evokes warm Summer days and crisp autumn afternoons. And it's surprisingly versatile - if you know what to pair it with. Read on for five perfect complements for this chameleon color.

Trend Alert: Orange Eye Shadow

Jaime Richards — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 11:26:00 PDT

Shades of tangerine and coral are something you'd expect to see on the lips, not necessarily on the eyes. But if recent celebrity red-carpet looks ring true, using orange on the lids is set to burst in popularity. Over a month ago at the 2011 Oscars, for instance, Scarlett Johansson got the trend started by wearing shades from Dolce & Gabbana's The Smooth Eye Colour Quad in Stromboli (see the how-to here).

Then, over the weekend at the 2011 Kids' Choice Awards, Fergie opted to get in on the action with a neon orange version of the shade, while Leelee Sobieski's blue eyes popped surrounded by a pretty pumpkin hue at an event yesterday. With brands like Estée Lauder featuring an intensely orange shade in its collection and heavy eye makeup looks gaining momentum in general, I'm sure we'll be seeing more bold, runway-style shadows coming our way. Will you be wearing the look?

Illamasqua Nail Polish Is So Bright, I Gotta Wear (Matching) Shades

Miriam Lacey — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 03:10:29 PDT

Spring, for me, has always meant hunting up a new orange nail polish. There's no color that conveys the renewed promise of the season quite like a bright tangerine or a creamy orange sherbet. So this year, imagine my surprise when the perfect color came across my desk early. Illamasqua, the British brand known for its highly pigmented makeup, has come out with some equally colorful nail polishes for the new season as part of its Toxic Nature collection. To find out what I love about the polish and get a closer look, just keep reading

3 Easy Tricks For Looking Pretty in Orange Lipstick

Miriam Lacey — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 10:52:51 PST

Orange lipstick has been all over the runways for the last three seasons, and women like designer Rachel Roy have taken it into real life with stunning results. There's a shade of orange that will work well for almost anyone, but finding it can be tricky and expensive. So I've put together three straightforward tips for finding a shade that looks pretty and bright without being harsh or garish. Want to see? Then just keep reading.

Inspired: Drew Barrymore's California Orange

Elka Karl — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 14:00:29 PST

One of my perennial faves, Drew Barrymore, arrived at the Cover Girl 50th Anniversary Celebration last night in a bright orange gown. While the silhouette of the dress is somewhat questionable, the color is absolutely vibrant, and the actress looks happy and glowing in her dress. Perhaps it's the Winter dreariness, but orange is captivating me right now. Add some brightness to your home by installing the hue in the form of a Kartell Fl/y light ($300). Or, use it as a side table, stool, or bedside stand with the versatile Cube Accent Table ($90). To shop the rest of the look, just click on each image!

Do You Introduce Orange in the Fall?

Julia Walsh — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 13:00:46 PDT

Chez Larsson recently wrote an adorable post all about how she's introduced orange into her home for Fall. She admits she's not a huge fan of Halloween, but just the few elements of orange she chose still really did the trick.

Here in San Francisco, the mania of the Giants' World Series win continues, so a palette of orange and black is everywhere I turn, even though Halloween has passed. The ticker tape from our Giants parade here on Wednesday is also on every street corner downtown, and I'm not sure it'll ever disappear! That said, I think I'm a little orange'd out for now, but I do love how other people are bringing bits of the warm hue into their homes for the season. Do you introduce orange into your home in the Fall?

Inspired: Julianne Moore's Vibrant Fall Colors

Elka Karl — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 13:00:15 PDT

Julianne Moore made an appearance yesterday at the Lancia Cafe during the fifth Rome International Film Festival, decked out in a chestnut-colored skirt that perfectly matched her hair color. She paired the outfit with a deep pink blouse that added a pop to the chestnut. Inspired by these colors, I looked for some home decor products that used the same color scheme. Two of my favorites are the Amy Butler Lacework Wallpaper in Sunset ($80 per double roll) and the Topo #2 Rug in Orange ($1,000). To shop the rest of the look, just click on each image!

Love It or Hate It? Blake Lively's Pumpkin Makeup Look

Miriam Lacey — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 11:00:00 PDT

Blake Lively rolled up to the Spike TV Scream Awards last night looking plenty glamorous, but her makeup palette was a far cry from the red lips and gray smoky eyes usually associated with sexy red carpet looks. Instead, she wore bright copper shadow paired with a pumpkin spice lipstick, for a combination that leaned heavily on the orange part of the color spectrum. It's refreshing to see a star try new colors, but do you think Blake makes it work?

Chromatic Cases: Orange Accessory Covers For Fall

GeekSugar — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 08:30:46 PDT

Orange is a tough color to wear, unless you are an Autumn, but it's always a flattering choice when it comes to dressing up your gadgets. Be inspired by the hue of Fall with these orange gadget accessories.

Clockwise from top left: Kena Kai laptop sleeve ($35), Oxio Retrostriper laptop bag ($80), Kena Kai Premium Italian Leather ($200), Birdy laptop bag ($50) and Kroo Orange NYLON Universal Digital Camera Case ($7.50).