As the resort collections continue to steadily stream into retail shops and boutiques, festive evenings accompanied by those "delicious" extra calories steer most of us away from braving the sleek and stylish silhouettes. One of the most prominent color stories designers have embraced for this ever-fleeting seasonal collection period are warm variations of corals, oranges and peach-like finishes. Daring fashionistas splurging on bright coral or orange short-shorts can carry this look from Resort to Spring 2012. Pair the short-shorts with a sultry, slightly over-sized draped blouse with peek-a-boo shoulder seams to complete the ensemble.
Invisible attributes also accompany this color story, which can steer your luck in the right direction. Since orange shade variations are made up of color combinations using reds and yellows, orange is considered a yang energy in Feng Shui. If you are suddenly feeling less energy, motivation or purpose as the new year approaches, take a look at the color in your room or home office as well as the colors you have been recently wearing during last-minute gift shopping sprees and family gatherings.
For instance, yin colors such as blue, black, purple and white are used to bring about healing and relaxation. However, just like everything in life, too much of one thing generally does not equal the best result. Balance is also required. Inject orange into your space or wardrobe to automatically raise your enthusiasm level as well as your positive energy flow and chi.
Small business owners, entrepreneurs, in-transition job seekers as well as fabulously-employed fashionistas can wear this color to boost and strengthen concentration. Orange also increases the desire for organization to start 2012 in a "decluttered" mind state. If your creative juices need re-booting to start the first week of the new year, introduce a complementary coral, orange or peach-like shade in a pattern, print or solid textile to instantly energize your creativity. This is especially important if you are predominantly surrounded by colors like blue, black, white, or grey throughout the day.
Combine your intention with the action of introducing multi-purpose orange-based shades with an open heart. Remember, it is your heart that allows energy to flow effortlessly around your living space and work environment, which also happens to include you and your life.
