Got the Blues?

With the close of summer only a few weeks away... don't get the blues! Take advantage of it and wear the blues, instead! Like this exciting pintucked chambray denim dress from the gap that can be dressed down with flip flops or dressed up with some cute heels. Or if you're a really big denim fan like I am, you might even accessorize it with this awesome Street Level denim purse from Piperlime.
Denim is one of the most fashionable clothing items of all time. It's a must-have for every woman's closet. You might even think of your favorite pair of blue jeans as the one piece that you can combine with any item and feel completely comfortable wearing.

There are jeans to fit all bottoms. Here are some hot denim trends that you can rock for the rest of 2010. The skinny jeans have become a wardrobe essential and they don't seem to be going away. Basic denim trousers are great for the office on casual Fridays. Now.... prepare for the Jegging - half jeans and half leggings- the latest hot item you can rock with a great pair of boots from now through the fall. You can find all of these denim "do's" at The Gap and Piperlime.
Don't just let denim be on the bottom, though, put it on top also! Why not work this Chambray work shirt from Banana Republic which provides a classic and feminine look all in one. It could go great with some khaki pants, a skirt, or shorts, and a chunky brown leather belt. But don't try to change the oil while wearing this. It's way too cute to do any actual work in it!

If you start early with the denim, you can beat the winter blues. And since you're wearing blue, eat blue too! Blueberries are an excellent brain food. Anything blue is great to eat to maintain a strong memory. Blueberries are some of the top fruits when it comes to anti-oxidants which are good for the immune system, and which get rid of materials that can hurt the body's cells. And Ladies, did I mention that blueberries can slow the process of aging? So if you can't afford botox anytime soon.. girl you need to put blueberries on your grocery list now!
That's it for now! Eat those blueberries so you can remember that with Palette 2 Palate color is in all year 'round!

A Twist of Lime

Time to add yet another twist to your wardrobe....How about lime? If someone's showing you their sour face, add some sweetness to their day by showing up in this gorgeous dome-button coat from Talbots. This is one way to really go green, especially if June gloom goes beyond June! You can also wear the cool coat on a cool summer evening and then carry it right into fall. And for a fresh new look on a summer day, squeeze into a little citrus with these lime green blouses also from Talbots: a cotton silk pinwheel print, and a lady-like loop-trim poplin shirt.

And of course, you can always dress up your favorite summer attire with lime accessories like this Ted Baker logo flap clutch from Nordstrom's and the always elegant Kate Spade who showcases her own twist on lime with this fabulous birds of a feather bangle at Piperlime.

Wear what you eat and eat what your wear....that means Lime is on the menu. Vitamin C in Lime keeps your gums healthy, so you can flash those pearly whites with confidence. And ladies, as we've learned from previous posts...the Vitamin C helps rejuvenate your skin. Lime juice and it's oils protect skin from infections and reduces body odor. Some tribes even use it as deodorant. But if you're not living in a primitive village, sweetheart, please, please keep the deodorant! Still, you can squeeze some lime into your water to help with digestion and constipation. And did I mention weight loss? Citric acid in lime is an excellent fat-burner. A glass of warm water with lime juice can help reduce your weight as well as provide a brilliantly refreshing anti-oxidant drink. Anti-oxidants eat up the bad cells called free radicals that can be harmful to your body. The best time for lime is May through October so you'll be able to enjoy them on the cheap for a few more weeks.

That's it for now. Keep puckering up with lime, and remember with Palette 2 Palate, color is in all year 'round!

Remarkable Red

I know you've guessed it by now...that red is one of my favorite colors, and it's not just for lighting up your spring fire. It's a summertime color as well. Whenever I wear anything that color, I feel alive and of course, muy caliente! A vibrant red is a color that goes with any skin tone, including my Latina shade. The color red symbolizes energy, excitement, passion, and good fortune, which we all could use in this recession. There is a reason stop signs are red. They get your attention. This summer make everyone stop dead in their tracks when you emerge in these two red hot numbers from Nordstrom. You can choose from a solid red to a playful print.

If you just want to use red to accessorize, you might want to follow David Bowie's advice: put on your red shoes and dance the blues, or maybe even some salsa or merengue. Either way you can heat up the night with this scarlet and crimson wedge from Anthropologie. Add some excitement to your eyewear with these sultry Michael Kors Aviator shades that show jut a hint of red.

If you're wearing red, then of course, you should be eating red! Ahhhh....wonderful tomatoes. Tomatoes come in many shapes and sizes just like us girls....from cherry to roma to beef steak. No matter which one you choose, enjoy them because the health benefits of tomatoes are off the charts. They are an excellent source of Vitamin C... which if you're one of those girls who's always bumping the corner of the table, don't worry. Vitamin C to the rescue! Vitamin C in tomatoes is good for healing cuts and bruises. Ouch! Ten cuidados, chicas! They are also rich in lycopene which is a powerful anti-oxidant that reduces the risk of cancer and heart disease.

That's it for now. Don't forget....with Palette 2 Palate, color is in all year 'round! Esta pronto, amigas. Until next time, my friends.