Jingle Red

Christmas is finally here!  It's one of my favorite times of the year.  As I put red ornaments on the tree and decorate my home in poinsettias, I get excited about the color red all over again.  Jingle Red, Jingle Red, Jingle all your Red! This is the perfect season to rock the red in your closet.  If you don't have any, it's time to head out to the mall and buy a gift for yourself and make sure it's red, baby!  How about this double breasted, military-inspired Calvin Klein Funnel Collared Coat?  I love the details in the neck!

 We've had some downright nasty, wet, chilly weather here in Southern California and all over the country lately, but you can stay warm in these sweaters that come in shades of Cranberry from Macys like this Jones New York Cashmere Cowl Neck and the Fever Cardigan.  Oh!  It's gettin' hot in here!  But watch out...people might start cuddling up with you out of the blue!
 

 If you're working right up to the holiday like I am, why not light up the office with this red-hot Viktoria Long Sleeve sweater dress with a twist knot neckline.  You will definitely turn up the excitement at the company potluck.  But if you're headed out to a Christmas cocktail party, you can start a chain reaction as all eyes turn to the details in this Suzi Chin Cap Sleeve Cocktail Dress with chain accents.
 

And since we've been helping you set trends all year 'round...one last thing to ask Santa for is one of the biggest trends of 2010.  Bright red lips for glamour and feminine mystique.  If you decide on a more neutral colored dress, the red lipstick will make your entire ensemble "pop."  Speaking of "pop," superstar Katy Perry got a ticket from the fashion police by wearing Alberto Guardiani's black patent leather pumps with red lipstick heels all wrong!  Don't get me wrong, I love Katy Perry, but maybe she should stick to what she normally gets right, wearing the red lipstick on her lips.  Make sure you don't get cited too!   Decorate your lips with fabulous bold, red lipstick from Nars Cosmetics.  Log on to get step by step instructions.  With the right red clothing and makeup, you may want to wrap yourself up as a Christmas gift for someone special.  No red bow necessary.
 

Ok, Ladies, as always, wear what you eat!  That means you must be eating Cranberries if you're dressing in cranberry red.  Take advantage of the season and treat yourself with cranberry sauce, dried cranberries, or even cranberry juice.  If you're having a urinary tract issue, your doctor will no doubt prescribe cranberry juice.  That's because doctors know that cranberries are rich in citric and other acids, and Vitamin C.  Cranberries have a natural astringent that makes urine acidic and prevents bacterial growth.  Ewww.  Ok, that's enough about that. But here's just one last fact...Cranberries are full of antioxidants that help with cancer prevention.  They also prevent plaque from growing on your teeth.  So, beautiful smile, beautiful red lips, and a beautiful cranberry-colored dress.  What a winning combo to end the year.  Be careful  not to outdo Jesus as God's gift to earth this Christmas!

With that, we wish you Peace on Earth as we say Peace Out!  Thanks for following us this year, stay tuned for next year's fabulo-city...yeah, we just made that up.  And don't forget with Palette 2 Palate, color is in all year 'round.

Neutral Warmth

You can step out boldly, wearing neutral colors this fall and winter.  I can see you now flaunting this softly colored INC International Concepts Sweater, but making a strong statement with the faux fur.  The neutrals can add some warmth even when temps fall below freezing. So I'm excited to add some great camel, caramel, and beige hues to your winter wardrobe.  The lighter shades can also add a touch of elegance to other autumnal colors like tomato red, and of course burnt orange which we mentioned in our last post. Another great way to wear this color is by adding a delicate touch that can work from season to season  like this Caslon Dolman Sleeve Fleece Cardigan to any of your favorite tops.

 

 Of course you can always dress up your winter gear wearing neutral tones from "head to handbag" with this cute Faux Fur Beret from Nordstrom and this Kate Spade Satchel.  Step out in style while Christmas shopping in these Macy's B Makowsky Boots. 

And of course if you're wearing these wonderful earth tones, you should be eating them too! Remember Ladies, what's our favorite motto again?  Wear what you eat!  So eat  walnuts this season. while wearing these  amazing colors. Walnuts are high in Fiber, Antioxidants, Vitamins, Proteins and loaded with Omega 3 fatty acids (the good fats!). Omega 3 fatty acids have been shown to lower LDL, or bad cholesterol.   This nut is also super healthy for your heart, and you can show your friends and family  some love for braving the cold and joining your holiday celebration, by serving up a delicious salad sprinkled with roasted walnuts for a flavorful crunch.  You can also add them to some oatmeal or grab a handful of them for a healthy protein-rich snack.  With all the errands you have to run this holiday season, don't go nuts, eat 'em!  Hey, get your head out of the gutter!  And don't forget with Palette 2 Palate color is in all year 'round!