Posts Tagged ‘Color’

October 15, 2008 5

‘TIS THE SEASON!! (Red shoes rule.)

By Danielle in Color, Holidays

I’m in a holiday mood.
It’s true, it’s only October, but between the COLD weather and the ‘nog offerings at Dutch Bros., I’m feeling like it’s time for Festivus poles and sparkly lights. Can you blame me?
Anyway, because of this deliciously festive mood I’m in, I thought I’d show all y’alls some fun seasonal offerings from [...]

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August 11, 2008 0

Just bring me the peacock, already!

By Danielle in Celebrities, Funky Finds, Trends

Every once in a while, I’ll fill out a survey, or someone will ask me as an ice breaker, “What is your favorite animal?” I sort of cringe at the question, because I never know how to answer it.
Don’t get me wrong, animals are A-OK in my book (except my horrendous allergies), but why limit [...]

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February 14, 2008 1

In Honor of Hearts Day

By admin in Advice, Color, Holidays

Whenever anyone mentions the “V” word, what’s the color that comes to mind? Red. Red roses, romantic red cards, red heart-shaped boxes of chocolates, red dresses, and adorable red shoes to match.
But finding the right shade of red shoes … whether you want rich ruby, jazzy raspberry or soft rose … isn’t always [...]

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February 12, 2008 0

Fashion bursting with blues for 2008

By admin in Color, Trends

According to WSAToday.com, the world’s color authority, Pantone Inc., has selected Blue Iris (also known as Pantone 18-3943) as the color of the year for 2008.
“As a reflection of the times, Blue Iris brings together the dependable aspect of blue, underscored by a strong, soul-searching purple cast. Emotionally, it is anchoring and meditative with [...]

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February 11, 2008 3

Grey or Gray? You make the call

By admin in Color, Trends

Not everything is black and white. In fact, anything in between the two (especially the weather this time of year!) is something we call the “gray” area. Or is that “grey”?

According to Wikipedia, grey is the standard British spelling and also preferred by Canadians, while Americans lean towards the gray spelling. Accordingly, the American [...]

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January 31, 2008 2

Getting a new perspective on precipitation

By admin in Advice, Boots, Color, Trends

Weather reports in Portland are predicting rain for the next week. Being a native Northwesterner, I know it’s useless to wish it away, so instead I’m gaining a new perspective on precipitation by shopping for a fabulous pair of rain boots.
Think about it. When you were a kid, rainy days and puddle-jumping rocked. [...]

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