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FeedSpree Style with Erin Habes: Tangerine Tango
A perfect combination for 2012, a tropical fruit and an intimate dance inspire the color of the year—Tangerine Tango. This energetic, sassy, red-orange hue has the ability to raise your blood pressure with the pulse of the dance floor. It surprisingly translates very well into all markets, making bold statements along the way.
From vibrant splashes in home interiors to contrasting hints in clothing and accessories, Tangerine Tango adds the right amount of POP to your style this year. According to the Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute, “Tangerine Tango marries the vivaciousness and adrenaline rush of red with the friendliness and warmth of yellow, to form a high-visibility, magnetic hue that emanates heat and energy”.
Don’t hold your breath on this trend. Dive in, grab a can of spray paint and hone in on that key element in your space. Whether it be a framed mirror you found at the flea market, an accent wall on your living room, or stools sitting at your bar, TT will add a touch of excitement to your home decor.
Tangerine Tango also lends itself to some great color combinations from the spicy family. An ombre affect is created with yellow, orange, and red, giving an earthy feel to the color palette. On the other end of the spectrum, you can pair it with an unexpected shade such as seafoam green, which gives it a contemporary look with a hot “mod” feel. In menswear, its crisp contrast to navy, neutrals, and army greens provides the perfect complement.
Setting an energizing and optimistic tone for 2012, Tangerine Tango reveals the steamier side of the color wheel this year. Why not pucker up and be adventurous? Don’t be afraid to add some caliente to your wardrobe and perhaps even your (love) life!
Tommy Hilfiger S/S 2012 Collection
