PANTONE COLOR OF THE YEAR 2014 iisssssssssss RADIANT ORCHID

Color of the year 2014 

“While the 2013 color of the year, PANTONE 17-5641 Emerald, served as a symbol of growth, renewal and prosperity, Radiant Orchid reaches across the color wheel to intrigue the eye and spark the imagination,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. “An invitation to innovation, Radiant Orchid encourages expanded creativity and originality, which is increasingly valued in today’s society.” “An enchanting harmony of fuchsia, purple and pink undertones, Radiant Orchid inspires confidence and emanates great joy, love and health. It is a captivating purple, one that draws you in with its beguiling charm.”

Designers take a modern twist on the traditional for spring 2014 by pairing soft pastels with vivid brights to create a colorful equilibrium. Inspired by a mixture of blooming flowers, travels abroad and strong, confident women, designers use color to refresh, revive and defy conventional wisdom.

"This season, consumers are looking for a state of thoughtful, emotional and artistic equilibrium," said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. "While this need for stability is reflected in the composition of the palette, the inherent versatility of the individual colors allows for experimentation with new looks and color combinations."

Three very adaptable pastels sit on one end of the palette, and, because we are so accustomed to seeing them as nature's background, they can be creatively combined with any other color in the spectrum. Placid Blue, like a picture-perfect, tranquil and reassuring sky, induces a sense of peaceful calmness, while Violet Tulip, a romantic, vintage purple, evokes wistful nostalgia. Similar to the verdant shade of springtime foliage, Hemlock, a summery, ornamental green, provides a decorative touch that's very different from the greens of recent seasons. Pair any of these versatile pastels with a bolder hue for an au courant look.

Sand, a lightly toasted and amiable neutral, conjures images of the beach and the carefree days of summer. Try pairing Sand with Hemlock for perfect, natural balance. Paloma serves as a quintessential neutral, interesting enough to be worn alone or combined with any color for sophisticated poise.

Cayenne, a high-pitched red, adds a dash of spicy heat to neutrals, and heightens the excitement when mixed with Freesia, a blazing yellow that is sure to illuminate wardrobes this season. A tropical, floral-inspired shade, Freesia's warmth and energy help set the stage for Celosia Orange, an optimistic, spontaneous hue. Pair Celosia Orange with Violet Tulip for a captivating vision, much like the setting summer sun.

The palette is brought full circle with Radiant Orchid, a bold counterpart to Violet Tulip, and Dazzling Blue,a scintillating, polar opposite to Placid Blue. Surprisingly, these strong, vibrant colors also pair well across the palette: They are perfect companions to pastels, and add confidence and vivacity when mixed with other bold colors.

For more than 20 years, Pantone, the global authority on color, has surveyed the designers of New York Fashion Week and beyond to bring you the season's most important color trends. This report previews the most prominent hues for spring 2014.

I like sand, hemlock, cayenne, celosia orange and of course RADIANT ORCHID.

Makes me feel soo springy ;-) me wants a see through blose in radiant orchid eeeeee :) <3

Do you like RADIANT ORCHID? what other colors do you like? do let me know in the comments below..

Image and content source: Pantone.

Love,

Priyanka. 

NATURAL MAKEUP REMOVERS

Hey guys its festive season and all of us are going to be decked up but whats important is you remove every trace of makeup before you crash on your oh so cozy bed.

Yes there are a lot of makeup removers out there but going the natural way is always best :).. so here is a list of my best Natural makeup removers.

1. Coconut oil : I use organic coconut oil extracted from my uncle's farm as its not processed and safe to use. Its nourishes and so its great for people with dry skin.

2. Almond oil : Its rich in Vitamin E is the most important anti oxidants required for younger looking skin and it reduces the free radicals which make your skin look older. It is great for anti ageing as it helps maintain skin's elasticity and keeps it supple.

It also contains Vitamin K which helps in reducing dark circles, improves discoloration and the best part is it does not clog your pores (earns brownie points). 

3. Olive Oil : Called liquid gold by ancient Greeks. Improves water retention capacity thus makes your skin more hydrated and younger looking. It also helps to even out skin tone and leaves it softer. Recommended for dry skin.

HOW TO USE: 

For face and lip makeup : Dab a few drops of oil on a cotton ball and remove your.

For eye makeup : Dip a Q-tip (ear bud) in oil and gently swipe it on your waterline and  lash line. For eye lids you can use a cotton ball.

So it not only removes every trace of makeup but does all the good to your skin. 

Just one or two  swipes and you can clean off all the nasty dust and makeup that invites skin troubles like acne, blackheads etc.

Since i have oily skin i like to wash my face after removing makeup with oil as well as makeup remover.

What do you use to remove your makeup? Let me know in the comments below.

Lots of love.

Priyanka :) xoxo