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A TANGERINE DREAM Choose daring color as your guide to a season filled with fun

By Alyson Boxman Levine

pring will soon be upon us, and when it comes to fashion trends, there is one word that will embody this season: bold. For those fashionistas who love color, get ready for brilliant hues that are as bright and bold as you. The breakout color is an effervescent tangerine, both on the runway and on the street. Reminiscent of travel, tangerine is a joyful shade and ideal for the spring season. And wearing it can also make you happy. According to research from Yale University, wearing colors that exude liveliness and positivity can promote happiness. There are countless ways to style this vibrant color, so it’s surprisingly simple to infuse this shade into your spring closet. Feeling daring? Try an all-over look. Or, are you just in the mood to add a pop of color? There is no wrong way to wear tangerine, and even adding it in through your accessories will instantly update any outfit. S

nnn Travel the Silk Road You will certainly be vacation ready — whether it’s in the Far East or along the picturesque coast of a N.J. seaside town — in this Harmon dress from the coveted Equipment label. With its point collar, crossover V-neck, and long dolman sleeves, this dress enjoys the textbook shade of tangerine. Featuring slitbanded cuffs with button closures and a flattering wrap front with a seamed waist, the silk fabric conjures up feelings of Japanese art; bright and modern, with an airy sense of effortless elegance. In 1976, Christian Restoin set out to revolutionize women’s ready-to-wear with the launch of Equipment clothing. Characterized by classic, menswear-inspired shirts with refined tailoring and timeless appeal, the Parisian label currently stays true to its well-established heritage. Equipment’s button-down blouses, cashmere sweaters, and silk dresses exude discreet sexiness in the form of luxe fabrics and unexpected details found in modern, androgynous silhouettes. Timeless and innovative, the Equipment woman is strong, chic, adventurous, sexy, and above all, classic.

nn n All About the Outerwear This season, there’s no shortage of vibrant-colored, light-weight jackets — from bold tones to on-trend bright hues — and in a vast variety of silhouettes as well. Adding a vivid tangerine outerwear option to your spring closet is the ideal decision, and this ruffle trench coat from the Cole Haan label will certainly brighten up the dreariest of days. Featuring a fun ruffle front and skirt, this single-breasted trench embodies a perfectly-feminine silhouette and will look flawless on all body types. Cole Haan was born in Chicago in 1928 and was the brainchild of Trafton Cole and Eddie Haan, who built the company on a reputation of quality, craftsmanship, style, and service. Cole Haan — which began as a men's footwear brand but expanded into women's and children's products as well — has sought to maintain this spirit throughout its more than 70-year history. Cole Haan is on a mission to power the ambitions of working women everywhere, bridging technology and innovation with classic timeless style.

nnn A Sustainable Hue If you don’t already have a tangerine sweater in your closet, now is the time to purchase one. Serving as a recurrent wardrobe staple, this bright piece will last season after season and will quickly become a go-to favorite. And, since Silk Dress, Equipment

Spring Jacket, Cole Haan

Sweater, Maggie Marilyn

High Waist Pants, AQ/AQ

Athleisure Line, Tory Burch

Silk Tie in Tangerine

you have so many delightful, colorful options this season, why not acquire a sustainable one. This belted beauty from the Maggie Marilyn label is not only chic, it will satisfy your socially-conscious beliefs as well. Featuring a soft knit wool feel and cleverly belted at your natural waistline, this musthave piece embodies a feeling of modern effervescence.

New Zealand-based fashion label Maggie Marilyn launched in 2016, capturing an instant following with its attention to fine tailoring and youthful charm. The growing brand is also conscious of environmental impact and the social responsibility of providing a living wage to those who make its garments, helping to create a more sustainable fashion ecosystem. The Maggie Marilyn aesthetic is feminine and unconventional, presenting new options for women with a strong, developed perspective. “At Maggie Marilyn, we are acutely aware of the massive social, economic, and environmental challenges facing humanity and we are equally aware of the huge impact the fashion industry is having on our planet and its people,” revealed the company. “Since our inception, we have been committed to making a difference in an industry that is ready for change. We believe in transparency, caring for and respecting all people in our supply chain, and ensuring that the health of our beautiful planet is at the forefront of every decision we make.”

nn n The Perfect Pants Have you been thinking about adding some excitement to your work wardrobe? Nothing

embodies the essence of modern, chic, and powerful like donning a pair of highwaisted pants. Now is the ideal time to try these trendy tangerine pants by the AQ/AQ label. These well-received pants effortlessly go from the office to after-work drinks with retro, statement-making style. And anyone who has ever put on a pair of high-waisted pants knows their magical qualities. They have the delightful ability to flaunt your figure while not being constricting, and they pair well with almost anything and everything in your wardrobe. Created in 2007 by Julie Lingard, AQ/ AQ has always been female first. The label takes on architectural angles, clean lines, and geometric patterns with a provocative playfulness that’s all its own. Based in London and beloved worldwide, AQ/AQ clothing offers fresh, flattering party dresses and separates ready for a night out, making it a perfect pairing for the girl drawn to bright lights, loud music, and bold style statements that will be remembered long after the party is over. According to the company, “Our mission is to unite women in the art of style. We believe that no matter how incredible we are alone, we are stronger, happier, and more successful when lifting each other up. We design for strong, confident, and fashion-savvy women who are unafraid to turn heads. It is our mission to create clothes that add an extra spring to your step and make you feel unstoppable.”

nnn Oh, So Preppy In 2015, preppy fashion brand Tory Burch — known for its bright colors and prints — branched out with the launch of an athleisure line, Tory Sport. The “Coming and Going” collection of tennis ensembles, swimwear, running gear, and tracksuits pays homage to a retro 1970’s vibe. The result is a stylish and versatile collection of workout-wardrobe essentials, like Tory Sport leggings, knits, and outerwear for the gym, the slopes, running errands — and, really, anywhere else you might get moving. Seek out this tangerine set that combines high-performance fabric with bold graphics and an energized palette. Founded in 2004 in New York City, Tory Burch is a distinctly American brand with

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a global point of view, taking its cue from Tory herself. Each collection reflects Tory’s love of color and travel, through print and special details, seen every season on the runway during New York Fashion Week and in campaign photography. Tory sees the world in color. She is drawn to the way colors complement and play off each other. And living in full color is her guiding principle — from how she raised her children to how she approaches design and her company.

nn n Tie One On Men certainly don’t have to sit on the sidelines when it comes to the latest fashion trends and should take every opportunity to look current and dapper. This bright tangerine necktie will unite flawlessly with white, blue, or gray dress shirts; and pairing it with a navy suit is a brilliant choice. Orange is a wonderful, warm color that also works particularly well with brown tones, as well as black or charcoal; which are usually more of a business color. You can also pair it with green to achieve a more casual look. Once you begin to use tangerine in your wardrobe, you will quickly realize it is quite a versatile color. If you’re still a bit hesitant about adding this lively hue, simply pick a few key pieces and let the brightness serve as a fun pop of color in an otherwise unassuming look. You will instantly increase your cheeriness level when you add some always-needed Vitamin C to your fashion diet, so let your tangerine dream become a joyous reality. n

The Ideal Accessory These posh designer selections will infuse any outfit with a pop of sunshine.

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1. Bloomingdales delivers their own range of trend-led clothing with their in-house line Aqua. The label delivers the quality and style the retailer is known for, with a more laidback and easy-to-wear attitude. Their latest is young, playful, and ultra-feminine, like this mini wood-beaded tote, featuring double handles, an open top, and beaded fabrication with a geometric design, Aqua, $88.

2. When it comes to on-trend pieces, of course the French luxury fashion house Chloé is front and center. Beautifully-executed pieces with a retro-tinged sensibility are the cornerstone of the label. This fun fashionforward, see-through tote bag features double handles, silver-tone grommets and hardware, and a removable zip pouch. You can spot a Chloé girl for her cool attitude and ability to mix things up — tailored and floaty, breezy, yet polished, Chloé, $295.

3. What could be more perfect than a lime wedge silhouette bag in the ideal hue? This raffia orange wedge clutch from Colombian jewelry designer Mercedes Salazar will spice up any spring outfit. Since studying the art of jewels and jewelry making in Mexico, Salazar designs and constructs her pieces through her fundamental principle of preserving artisanal techniques in Bogota, Mercedes Salazar, $420.

4. At first glance, the bold geometric shapes and vibrant colors of Nico Giani bags seem less like handbags and more like works of art. Inspired by surrealism and the mod era of the 1960s, Italian designer Niccolò Giannin brings a playful, retro feel to his collections. This Myria mini croc-embossed satchel is crafted in Italy and features a tortoisetoned top handle, a snakeskin-printed flap, and smooth leather sides, Nico Giani, $595. 5. Your seasonal accessory selection would not be complete without a hobo bag, and his one from luxe label Bottega Veneta will elevate even the savviest fashionista’s style. The Jodi Mini Intrecciato Hobo Bag is made in Italy and features signature woven leather, a knotted wristlet strap, and a zipper closure. Since its birth in Vicenza in 1966, Bottega Veneta has set a new standard for luxury. Inspired by Italian culture with a global outlook, the brand is defined by a distinctly refined attitude, Bottega Veneta, $1,700. 6. Woven luxury is the true essence of this upscale bag from the Maison Alma label. Handmade in Colombia, this Bahia top-handle basket bag features tangerine tiered tassels, a patterned chain link shoulder strap, and a drawstring rope closure. This chic label crafts exceptional statement pieces to represent the emancipation of Latin American luxury long-hidden behind closed doors, Maison Alma, $450.

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