Each December the people who know color, Pantone, unveil the color of the following year. For 2012, that color is Tangerine Tango. While shades of orange have been visible in fashion for the past few seasons, orange became a hit last spring as the bold lip color to try. Now for 2012 it is the color trend in both fashion and beauty. Check out some hot ways to wear Tangerine Tango and its complementary colors from the spring palette.
The Tangerine Tango Spring Color Palette
Tangerine is a dark, yet vibrant orange that is a classic summer shade. However, this reddish-orange hue is not the only hot color for the coming spring season. Check out the rest of the Spring Tangerine Tango palette:
1. Solar Power - marigold yellow
2. Bellflower - dark lavender
3. Cabaret - hot pink
4. Sodalite Blue - navy
5. Margarita - light sage or dark mint
6. Sweet Lilac - slightly darker baby pink
7. Cockatoo - muted aqua
8. Driftwood - light pewter
9. Starfish - brassy taupe
Tangerine Lips with a Blue Jean Eye
Last spring, the denim eye was a bold beauty trend. For spring 2012, this look is back but a little subdued. Create a smoky blue jean eye with a navy liner, taupe and pewter eyeshadow. Finish off with mascara in black or navy. Pair your smoky blue jean eye with tangerine lips for a bold spring look that is sexy.
Products to Try from AVON:
• Mega Impact Eyeshadow in Nude Attitude, $8.00
• Jillian Dempsey for Avon Professional Eye Smokifier in Blue Grey, $8.00
• SuperSHOCK Max Mascara in Black, $9.00
• ULTRA COLOR RICH Moisture Seduction Lipstick SPF 15 in Tangerine, $8.00
Get a Ripened Flush of Color
Spring and summer are when the skin naturally takes on a warm flush of color as the weather gets warmer. A ripe, pinch of tangerine color on the cheeks will add warmth and a pop of color to the face. Since tangerine is a warm color it complements skin tones from fair to deep. Pair those ripened cheeks with a fruit punch lip and a shimmering pastel eye with a bold upper lash line for a vibrant look this spring.
Products to Try from the SEPHORA COLLECTION:
• Colorful Mono Eyeshadow in Sweet Candy, Swimming Pool, Fame and Fortune, French Riviera Gold and I Love the 80's for $12.00 each
• Waterproof Smoky Cream Liner in Bewitch Me, Electric Teal, Made in Manhattan, Water Park, Must Have, Rags to Riches or Statue Bronze for $10.00 each
• Lush Flush Lip and Cheek Stain in Pinot or Rose for $12.00 each
• Colorful Blush in Apricot Sheen or Coral Crush for $13.00 each
A Bright Citrus Eye is Bold for Spring
Tangerine makes the biggest and most stunning impact when used on the lips or cheeks for a pop of color. However, don't be afraid to go bold and wear this hot color on your eyes as well. A bold citrus eye goes well with the pale luminous glow seen on the spring 2012 runways last September. When going this bold and bright with eye color it is best to keep lips neutral or pale and cheeks at a pale flush or bare. As I am always one for improvising and know that it may be a bit difficult to find a tangerine eyeshadow, I recommend substituting a tangerine blush or lip color as your eyeshadow. It's all about making it work!
Products to Try from Urban Decay:
• Eyeshadow Primer Potion in Original or Greed for $19.00 each
• Matte Eyeshadow in ABC Gum for $17.00
• Afterglow Glide-On Cheek Tint in Bang or Indecent for $24.00 each
• Lipstick in 5150 for $22.00
These three tangerine makeup combinations will definitely brighten up your look for spring. The product selections given are simply guides to help you. You can purchase the products listed or use them as a guide to find a similar shade from your favorite makeup brand or at a cost that is more affordable to you. As always, have fun with makeup and play around with the different shades found in the spring Tangerine Tango color palette. You never know what beauty trend you may start.
The Tangerine Tango Spring Color Palette
Tangerine is a dark, yet vibrant orange that is a classic summer shade. However, this reddish-orange hue is not the only hot color for the coming spring season. Check out the rest of the Spring Tangerine Tango palette:
1. Solar Power - marigold yellow
2. Bellflower - dark lavender
3. Cabaret - hot pink
4. Sodalite Blue - navy
5. Margarita - light sage or dark mint
6. Sweet Lilac - slightly darker baby pink
7. Cockatoo - muted aqua
8. Driftwood - light pewter
9. Starfish - brassy taupe
Tangerine Lips with a Blue Jean Eye
Last spring, the denim eye was a bold beauty trend. For spring 2012, this look is back but a little subdued. Create a smoky blue jean eye with a navy liner, taupe and pewter eyeshadow. Finish off with mascara in black or navy. Pair your smoky blue jean eye with tangerine lips for a bold spring look that is sexy.
Products to Try from AVON:
• Mega Impact Eyeshadow in Nude Attitude, $8.00
• Jillian Dempsey for Avon Professional Eye Smokifier in Blue Grey, $8.00
• SuperSHOCK Max Mascara in Black, $9.00
• ULTRA COLOR RICH Moisture Seduction Lipstick SPF 15 in Tangerine, $8.00
Get a Ripened Flush of Color
Spring and summer are when the skin naturally takes on a warm flush of color as the weather gets warmer. A ripe, pinch of tangerine color on the cheeks will add warmth and a pop of color to the face. Since tangerine is a warm color it complements skin tones from fair to deep. Pair those ripened cheeks with a fruit punch lip and a shimmering pastel eye with a bold upper lash line for a vibrant look this spring.
Products to Try from the SEPHORA COLLECTION:
• Colorful Mono Eyeshadow in Sweet Candy, Swimming Pool, Fame and Fortune, French Riviera Gold and I Love the 80's for $12.00 each
• Waterproof Smoky Cream Liner in Bewitch Me, Electric Teal, Made in Manhattan, Water Park, Must Have, Rags to Riches or Statue Bronze for $10.00 each
• Lush Flush Lip and Cheek Stain in Pinot or Rose for $12.00 each
• Colorful Blush in Apricot Sheen or Coral Crush for $13.00 each
A Bright Citrus Eye is Bold for Spring
Tangerine makes the biggest and most stunning impact when used on the lips or cheeks for a pop of color. However, don't be afraid to go bold and wear this hot color on your eyes as well. A bold citrus eye goes well with the pale luminous glow seen on the spring 2012 runways last September. When going this bold and bright with eye color it is best to keep lips neutral or pale and cheeks at a pale flush or bare. As I am always one for improvising and know that it may be a bit difficult to find a tangerine eyeshadow, I recommend substituting a tangerine blush or lip color as your eyeshadow. It's all about making it work!
Products to Try from Urban Decay:
• Eyeshadow Primer Potion in Original or Greed for $19.00 each
• Matte Eyeshadow in ABC Gum for $17.00
• Afterglow Glide-On Cheek Tint in Bang or Indecent for $24.00 each
• Lipstick in 5150 for $22.00
These three tangerine makeup combinations will definitely brighten up your look for spring. The product selections given are simply guides to help you. You can purchase the products listed or use them as a guide to find a similar shade from your favorite makeup brand or at a cost that is more affordable to you. As always, have fun with makeup and play around with the different shades found in the spring Tangerine Tango color palette. You never know what beauty trend you may start.
