Fashion: Shapes & Colors

In fashion, color brings the shape of clothes to life. As of late, I've noticed how some clothes fall short of fabulous because they were the wrong colors with the right shape OR the wrong shape with the right color. Of course, I attribute high importance to both elements. I've been captured lately (maybe because I'm looking forward to fall?) by the rich, jeweled colors contrasting with an airy counterpart. I stumbled upon such beautiful examples. I've all but drooled over the timeless silhouettes with such classy touches of an embellishment. Although my days don't call for this kind of elegance, I'm learning to focus in on my wardrobe in the way of shapes and colors.




Berry Oscar de la Renta; Pink Louis Vuitton
Gold Lela Rose, Navy Monique Lhuillier

Let's Take a Look at Art

Here are some of art's wonderful examples of color in action. Examine each painting. How does the artist evoke emotion and energy through careful placement of color? Is it through shadows? A window? Nature? Attire? Although I plan on continuing to further explore color in art, I want to first hand the mic to you: What about these (or any other piece!) paintings capture you? What makes each piece special and distinctive? And of course, how does the use of color and light weave its role throughout the entire work? Can't wait to hear your thoughts.


Poppy, Georgia O'Keeffe
Twilight on the Sound, Darien, Connecticut, John Frederick Kensett (1816–1872)
Mighty Proud, Norman Rockwell, 1958
Philosopher in Meditation, Rembrandt van Rijn, 1632

House Beautiful: A Bright and Bold Summer Beach House

In the July/August issue of House Beautiful, I fell in love with Krista Ewart's California beach bungalow! The article highlights ways to make the most of your small spaces. In Ewart's space, she uses bold color to expand the room. She explains: "I don't think you should ever restrain yourself! And big, bright, and bold actually makes small spaces seem larger. The more statement pieces, the better." I'm totally inspired. I was encouraged to tell one of my readers, Maria H., that even white walls do not limit the use of color in your own space. In this beach house, with exception of one small use of wallpaper, the backdrop is sterile white! Such a surprise to see with such bold accessory colors. Plus, bright, fun, and inexpensive accessories can be swapped around to sync with your mood. Don't worry about making the plunge to the color world for fear of over-commitment! Pick your favorite colors and run with them!

The Future: Eco Friendly Paint

What's the latest in paint technology? Eco-friendly paint. Benjamin Moore offers a line of paint called aura paint, using colorlock technology, a technology that bonds the pigment color microscopically to the paint film, allowing for low odor, fast dry time. In addition, this technology rises high above safety standards, with its incredibly low amounts of VOC's (Volatile Organic Compounds). Benjamin Moore's Aura paint has no true competitor on the market, indicating its innovation in paint technology. Aura's promise to be green without compromising excellent color gives further proof to its unique place on the market. Benjamin Moore offers every one of their colors (3,500 of them!) plus most colors from other competing paint brands in the Aura line. It's a painter's dream come true.

View the Key Features of Benjamin Moore's Aura Paint, and you may never buy another brand again!

Any Suggestions?

As I mentioned in a previous post, I hope to continue writing in this blog, even after my class ends (about one more week!). As such, I would love to get insight from you! Yes, YOU! I want to know what you're interested in. What about color do you find fascinating? Would you like me to investigate further on a topic already posted? Please send your thoughts, questions, and suggestions my way!



A Bar at the Folies-Bergeres 1881-82, Edouard Manet

Webs.com : Social Networking Website Tool

Hello again. I have good news! Per assignment, I have discovered a great social networking website to create free websites! I'm loving it! My new site, of course, goes hand in hand with this blog, so I wanted to introduce it to you. You can become a member of my site, comment on my posts and pages, or even sign my guest book! Please, tell me what you think! I'd love to hear your feedback.

Check my new site out here!

The Future of My Blog

Of the future of Color in my World? I'm glad you've asked. Although I don't want to put myself in a forecasting box, I will say that the future of my blog is sunny. Although this adventure began as a school-driven initiative, I have developed a desire, school-work aside, to continue posting. So, I'm happy to announce that although my class is coming to a close shortly, Color in my World will not be. Not yet anyways. I still have some ideas rolling around in my head that I can't wait to share with you. Hopefully, I will be able to post at least once a week, and of course, you, my reader, will get an update if I change my mind. :) So, until my next post, have a sunny day!

Oh, and why the crazy colored cake? Just because! :)