Orange is really hot this summer. As a redhead, I can definitely wear orange. And coral is one of my all-time favorite shades. Since we’re into the heart of summer now, and some bloggers are already showing looks for fall, I figured I’d better get going and do a look-of-the-day featuring orange.
While I was in San Francisco for work, I found an hour or so before my focus groups to visit my favorite retail establishments, at least the ones between Union Square and the Ferry Building. I have such good luck in the Clearance section of Anthropologie on Market Street. I found an orange and off-white ikat print pleated top that goes so well with a variety of jeans: navy, white and with the peach-colored jeans I bought in Portland OR last year.
I was dying to get an orange lipstick, but because I wasn’t sure I’d wear it all that often, I didn’t want to spend a lot. I heard good things about NYX Matte Lipstick, and I figured this was a good opportunity to try it. I picked up NYX Indie Flick MLS05, an orange-red shade, at CVS during one of the 25% off coupon events plus the Extrabucks I had, so it cost me about $3. Good deal!
I really love this lippie. It goes on smoothly, and it is not at all drying like many matte lipsticks can be. I honestly can’t say how long it lasts because I’ve had a meal each time I’ve worn it, and after eating it’s gone. I don’t have a problem reapplying.
Next up is my orange-coral mani. I used three polishes as well as a topper on my accent nail for this look. I alternated a different polish on each nail and repeated a shade when necessary. I think it’s a bright, fun look but not too out there. I think even with the different shades of orange, it’s still subtle enough for work. I used three of the new Milani Color Statement Nail Polishes (review of the line coming soon). Milani Color Statement:
- Corrupted Coral (the pinkest coral)
- Mango Tango (the deepest orange)
- Quick Drying Topcoat.
I also used Milani Sugar Rush topper that’s part of their old line on my accent nail for a little bling and to add to the fun look. The third orange shade is Zoya Elode. I bought this polish during a recent buy 3 Zoya polishes for $12 promo, and I hadn’t had a chance to use it. I was actually surprised to see that Elode isn’t a cream, it’s a buildable sheer.
I added a pair of pale peach, chalcedony chandelier earrings that I bought several years ago at my favorite jewelry store in New York, Fragments, on Greene St. in Soho. If you haven’t been there, you must go. They have a fabulous selection of high-end designer jewelry as well as more affordable semi-precious stone jewelry.
And I wore my new Vince Camuto Effel sandals from Nordstrom that I reviewed a couple of weeks ago. I love them, and they are still so comfortable to walk in. 😀
Finally, I brought along my orange Erika Ray-Bans. They’re pretty cool looking with rubberized frame, wire sides and gradient lenses. I’m still getting used to the over-size lenses that are back in style. Everything that goes around comes around 😎
So what do you think about orange? Do you wear orange?
About 20 years ago I owned a pair of bright orange spandex shorts. I have no idea what possessed me to buy them let alone wear them. They made my big a$$ look like a big ole pumpkin. lol I think I wore them once and felt so self conscious that I never did again. I like the color orange just not on me. Although I have been curious about trying out an orange lipstick.
Oh and I really like your sandals.
That’s so funny, Laura! I am picturing orange spandex, and I don’t think those would look good on anyone 😉 Try the NYX matte orange lippie. It’s a beautiful lipstick, inexpensive in case you don’t wear the shade that much, but it is a very very wearable orange!
Pretty Pretty Pretty!! I think this is my fav look on you!! Orange is my favorite color and I’m so glad to see so many lovely choices now that it’s become popular. I can remember a time most women hated orange. Us redheads can really rock the color
Thank you so much, Sharon!! It’s true that orange was in the doghouse for years and years. I’m glad you wear it too <3
I love orange makeup (blush, lisptick). This is a nice color on you.
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Thank you, Kim! I forgot that I was wearing a brick orange blush from Stila, too
I love orange and I love that lipstick on you!
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Yay! And thank you, Leticia 🙂
Great focus on one color!
Thanks, Laura, it was fun to do.
Love orange. It looks great on you.
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I love orange, but it doesn’t look so great on me. You rock it so well! Love that lippie on you!
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Thanks, Gio! The yellow aspect of a true orange can make it difficult to wear.
The sunglasses are cute on you!
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Thanks, Phyrra! I got them on a great sale when Jeff bought new glasses and I get so many compliments when I wear them 🙂
Corrupted Coral is absolutely gorg!
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I agree, Ange!
This NYX orange-red lippie looks great on you!
Thanks so much, Leelo!
Orange is so perfect for the summer, it’s beautiful on you!
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Thanks, Mai! I agree, a great summer shade 🙂
I love coral on you. Those chalcedony earrings are lovely. I love chalcedony. Want.
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Thank you, Nidia, they are among my favorite earrings! That store, Fragments, is like a candy store for women who love jewelry!
LOVE those shoes and sunglasses!
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Thanks, Judy! I like ’em too 🙂
That whole outfit is so cute
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Thanks, Miranda. I probably should’ve done a pic of the whole outfit but that would’ve involved getting Jeff to be the photographer, ugh.
Gorgeous lippie, looks fab on you! I can see that you’re getting lots of mileage out of those shoes too!
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Hahaha, Justina, you’re right. I am amortizing the cost of those sandals!
I die for coral! That shade of lipstick looks great on you!
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Thanks, Cindy. I love coral too, and it’s one of my year-round shades.
I loooove all shades of orange. And you are totally rockin’ those shades, mama!
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Thanks, hun, lol!
Those sandals are gorgeous !
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Looking fabulous rocking coral orange from head to toe ha? I like the tunic you scored!!!
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Aw thanks, Kathryne!
<3 orange!! I have and love that lippie, as well 🙂
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I’m glad you love orange too. And isn’t that NYX Matte lippie amazing?
Orange looks gorgeous on you!
Thank you, Anastasia!
That really is ‘your’ color. I can’t pull it off very well, so I envy those who can!
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Thanks so much, Lisa! I think it works on me because of the red hair 😉
I love these colors for Summer.
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Orange and coral rock for summer, for sure!
I love orange. I think I tried on a similar top at Anthropology but the arms were too tight (sigh).
Looking forward to your review on Milani Color Statement nail polish. All I can say is – I want more!
Monica.
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It’s a cute top, Monica, and I just squeaked by with the arms. Thanks for pushing me on the review for the new Milani Color Statement polishes. I’ve gotta go to Sally’s Beauty and get those fake nail plates coz I just can’t swatch all of the shades. They are beautiful shades, and I love the new look of the packaging, much more contemporary! I’ve worn 6 of the 30 so far. They also wear better for me than the former polishes.
Great shade! I love the shoes too!!
Thanks so much, Brooke! I’m really loving’ these shoes, too 🙂
That lipstick is amazing on you
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Thank you, Kimmi!
That lip color was MADE FOR YOU!!
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I love orange but it doesn’t really suit me so I’m always trying to incorporate it in my apartment interior and at the moment I have a set of beautiful orange vases:)
Oooh, they sound great, Helena! I love orange for accent pieces in decorating. Orange makeup isn’t for everyone 😉
I really love a good orange too. Especially in a lippe.
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Yes, I think it’s a great change from red (tho’ I still adore red!)
love your shoes!
Thanks, Kendra
I love orange, it’s definitely been a go to color for me this summer!
Glad to hear that you love orange, too 🙂 It’s such a happy color!