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      Shop By Color: Holiday 2022 Gift Guide

      Shop By Color: Holiday 2022 Gift Guide

      It's that time of year when we realize the giving season is heading our way at rapid speed. It'll be a somewhat familiar holiday time because while we are still very much aware that there are certain health precautions we still must take for the safety of everyone, a few of us will be coming together in person to celebrate our love for each other, albeit in very strategic ways.

       

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      One tradition that won't change for us is the exchange of gifts and tokens of caring. I made sure that I got an early start this year since almost every present will be sent via some form of delivery service and this year will continue to be quite a challenge. So while I was in the midst of my shopping frenzy, I thought I'd try to help you with your gifting adventure! 

       

      Pantone Color Trend Forecast Autumn/Winter 22/23 

      Color swatches from Pantone. 

      I've gathered some pretty cool gifts that are sure to accommodate most budgets, from wallet-friendly to luxury. I hope there's something for everyone on your holiday shopping list. Since I live and breathe by beautiful, vibrant colors, I curated this gift guide using the colors I was inspired by from the Pantone Autumn/Winter 22/23 Trend Report!

      It's a color palette that is not at all classic but exudes grand expression while maintaining a sense of calm vibrancy. These shades meant to excite but will enhance your desire to create unique self statements. Many of the fabulous items you'll find in this Gift Guide are from my great partners at Macy's

      So, get out your gift list, have lots of fun and shop-by-color now!

       

      Love Juliet

       

       Lava Falls Gift Guide

       

      1.  BRAHMIN Duxbury Leather Satchel

      2.  JOURNEE COLLECTION Morgaan Tall Boots

      3.  HUGO BOSS Men’s Double Breasted Coat

      4.  G-SHOCK Men’s Analog-Digital Strap Watch

      5.  CHARTER CLUB Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater

       

      Samoan Sun Holiday Gift Guide 

      1.  HANDY LIVING George Armless Chair

      2.  FIESTA 4pc Daffodil Place Setting

      3.  COTTON ON Little Girls Marlo Track Pants

      4.  LONDONTOWN Lakur Enhanced Color Nail Polish in Mango

      5.  FREDDO Deluxe Push Ride-On

       

       

      Waterspout Holiday Gift Guide

       

      1.  JULRE DESIGNS STUDIO Apatite Slice Necklace

      2.  NAUTICA Vitamin Sea Candle

      3.  BCBGeneration Hooded Puffer Coat

      4.  TIFFANY & CO Tiffany & Love Eau de Parfum

      5.  BELLA Hot Air Popcorn Maker

       

       

      Caramel Cafe Holiday Gift Guide

      1.  NAMBE Vie Wine Rack

      2.  LUCKY BRAND Stud Leather Belt

      3.  DKNY Bryant Backpack

      4.  COTTON ON Big Girls Wide Brim Hat

      5.  UGG Westsider Slides

       

       

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      Rosebud and Festival Fuchsia

      Rosebud and Festival Fuchsia - JulRe Designs LLC

      Purple hues like Rosebud and Festival Fuchsia combine the fiery, passionate red with the calm and stable blue in unstoppable and vibrant hues.  Who else do we know who is fiery, passionate, stable, calm and unstoppable all at once? Moms, of course!

      We chose this luxe duo to celebrate our moms.  Even though we here at the Color Lab celebrate moms everywhere every day, it’s always nice to do something special for mom on Mother’s Day.  I love Mother’s Day and make sure to celebrate the moms in my life every year with a special thank you for their hard work in raising the next generation of little thinkers and doers.  

      This year I decided to do something extra special for Mother’s Day through this week's Color Craze.  I’ve personally collected my favorite gift ideas featuring Rosebud and Festival Fuchsia finds. Find my ultimate Mother’s Day gift guide below.  With gifts for so many different kinds of moms, you’ll be sure to find the perfect gift (or maybe even a treat for yourself)!

      First up is a special recipe for those looking to go the homemade route for their Mother's Day gift!  This Roasted Blueberry Creme Fraiche Ice Cream from Savory Simple is an indulgent dessert sure to please moms with a sweet tooth.

      Image:  Savory Simple

      This ice cream is as decadent as it is fresh and fruity, with rich roasted blueberries for a luxurious take on dessert.  This recipe is a labor of love, so who better to make it for than mom? Find the recipe here!

      Next up, we have the traditional.  Here are my picks for some traditional stylish fashions, housewares and accessories for every mom in your life:

      1. For the homebody mom:  Simpatico Hobnail Glass Candle

      2. For the sporty mom:  Fitbit Alta

      3. For the working mom:  Urban CoCo Women’s Drape Front Open Cardigan

      4. For the mom who deserves a splurge gift:  Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer

      5. For the jet-setting mom:  Lug Nap Sack Pillow and Blanket

      6. For the green thumb mom:  Floral Supply Online Spring Garden Vase in Purple Passion

      7. For the cutting edge mom:  Butter London Nail Laquer in Easy Peasy

      Whether you opt for a traditional wrapped gift or a simple homemade pleasure, mom is sure to love whatever way you celebrate her this Mother’s Day.  If you’d like to share any of your Mother’s Day gifts or celebrations with me, be sure to tag @JulReDesigns on Instagram and use the hashtag #colorfilledlife. Your photo could be featured on our Instagram, Facebook or even in our INsider newsletter!

      Until next time, keep living a color-filled life!

      Golden Rod and Bronze Brown

      Golden Rod and Bronze Brown - JulRe Designs LLC

      It’s all about the throwback with this craze!  


      Image:  Flickr

      Golden Rod and Bronze Brown brings us back to the groovy 70s, when bold color combos were so fly. The warm Golden Rod pairs so well with the smooth Bronze Brown for a far out combo. Can you dig it?

      The Food Charlatan’s brown sugar yellow cake with chocolate frosting is the perfect companion to this smooth craze.  It’s sweet, warm and gooey with a rich and decadent finish.  I know I will be serving this cake for a rich summer dessert soon.  Find the recipe here!


       

       

      I will be using this craze to create a simple look that hearkens back to simpler times. Here are some of my favorite Golden Rod and Bronze Brown finds:



      1. Milumia Women's Lantern Sleeve Pleated Detail Button Down Blouse Shirt

      2. Lawliet Linen Summer Womens Kentucky Derby Wide Brim Sun Hat 

      3. Need Sunglasses? By OPI Polish  

      4. Lady Backpack Casual Rucksack for Women

      5. PRETTYGARDEN Women’s Fashion High Elastic Waist Polka Dot Printed Pleated Midi Vintage Skirts with Pockets

      6. Jim Halo Retro Round Mirrored Sunglasses

      7. Vince Camuto Fretzia Perforated Boot

      8. INC International Concepts ID Card case

      I can’t wait to use this color duo to add a throwback kick to my style this summer.  Will you be joining me? If you’d like to share your Golden Rod and Bronze Brown-inspired fashion, food or home decor with me, be sure to tag @JulReDesigns on Instagram and use the hashtag #colorfilledlife.  Your photo could be featured on our Instagram, Facebook or even in our INsider newsletter!

      For even more Golden Rod and Bronze Brown inspiration, find this week's Color Craze combo on our board of curated images on Pinterest.


      As always, keep living a color-filled life!

      Spring/Summer 2019 Color Trends Report

      Spring/Summer 2019 Color Trends Report - JulRe Designs LLC

      Spring/Summer 2019 Color Trends Report

      With a gracious nod to Pantone, the Gods of Color and keepers of all things sacred to hues and palettes, I'm striking out on my own and presenting my first commentary on the colors I'm loving for the rest of this Spring and into the Summer season. I must admit, the colors I have selected are already on heavy rotation in my own life but I'm now seeing them on other colorful women too, in their wardrobe, makeup as well as in their home decor. This collection of colors makes a striking fashion statement and ranges from the energetic orange, Bird of Paradise, to the soft-spoken pink, Rose Shadow. Squarely in the middle is the sophisticated Moroccan Blue with the pristine lilac, Orchid and my absolute favorite minty fresh, Opal completing the group. I'm drawn to them, well, because they are all exciting and fresh and yet distinctly independent enough to hold their own without a complementary partner to give them a boost. 

      Spring/Summer 2019 Color Trends Palette

      JulRe Designs Disclaimers

      I couldn't believe my luck when I discovered the nail polish brand, Cirque Colors a few months back. I started using their vegan, cruelty-free, non-toxic (no formaldehyde!) colors (I live for their pinkish-brown "Fast Fashion" shade) after doing some personal research on cosmetics and first highlighted the brand in my Spectra Yellow and Flame post. The color range for this line is so extensive, that I found a coordinating polish for each of the hues in this palette. Your nails will be so on trend!

      Cirque Colors Creme Nail Polish - Vegan, Cruelty-Free, Non-Toxic Formula Cirque Colors Creme Nail Polish on Amazon: (top left, clockwise): Fire Island, Sartorial, Midnight Cowboy, Key to Gramercy, Uptown Girl

      Wedding Guest Outfits at Nordstrom

      I'm a huge proponent of tone-on-tone dressing. I make it a regular practice to put some of my daily outfits together based on one color family not only because it gives a sleek, rich, pulled together look but because it's easy! I'm not proposing that you carry that fashion theory all the way through to matching eyeshadow and lipstick but pairing a great dress like the ones from Nordstrom that I'm featuring in my style board below, with a contrasting pair of shoes and handbag and completing the look with nail polish in the same color family is so, so chic!

      Shop these versatile, right-for-many-occasion dresses in my Spring/Summer Color Trends palette from Nordstrom (the MaxMara is in my closet!):

      Spring/Summer 2019 Color Trends - Dresses from Nordstrom

      1.  Leith Chic Midi Dress

      2.  Lewit Kimono Sleeve Stretch Silk Dress

      3.  BB Dakota Cara Lace Cocktail Dress

      4.  MaxMara Cordoba Sheath Dress

      5.  NSR Grace One-Shoulder Lace Sheath Dress

       

      Until next time, live a color-filled life,

      Juliet