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Color of the year 2023 Viva Magenta

The color of 2023 is here! Pantone announced last week that the new color of the year for 2023 is “Viva Magenta.” This saturated hue combines pink and red to create a color found in nature that we can all love.

There are many variations of Viva Magenta in fashion as move into 2023. We will have choices between shades of pink and red, as well as shades of magenta. There will be a lot of choices from this color family. So, if Magenta isn’t your thing, but you love more of a true red or pink, you’re in luck! Your color will be out there!

I found a few fabulous items around the web in shades of magenta to kick off the new color of the year. I hope you love them!

How do you plan to wear Viva Magenta? I have my eyes on that sweater shown above, and I have a scarf I plan to put back into circulation. It is such a pretty color!

To learn more about the color of the year 2023 Viva Magenta, please visit Pantone.com.

Thanks for stopping by, and enjoy Viva Magenta!

XOXO
Cathy


Ballet Flats for 2023

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Shoe trends 2023: Ballet Flats /

Ballet flats are back! They are already starting to hit the streets, and for 2023, they will be on fire! This means it is time to dig into the back of your closet and pull out every pair of ballet flats you can find. If they are in good condition, great! If not, see if you can polish them up and make them good as new. If they are beyond repair, recycle them and look for at least one new pair for 2023.

The pair pictured above, I recently purchased for my daughter. They are black and classic, plus they are priced under $100. Love that! If you don’t already own a pair of black or neutral ballet flats, I highly recommend starting off with a black or neutral pair you can wear often. When the spring season hits, if you want to add a fun color or pattern, go for it! Ballet flats will be hot during the spring and summer seasons, you may want at least two pairs!

If you have foot issues like me, there are ballet flats out there with arch support. You can also add your own arches for support. When the spring season starts to roll onto store shelves after Christmas, we will start to see more ballet flat options. So, if you don’t already have a pair, or you want to invest in a new pair but cannot find what you want, it is ok. Sit tight, and wait for the new year, there will be plenty of choices!

Do you like ballet flats? If this a trend you plan to rock, or skip?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy


Holiday nail polish trends 2022

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The holiday season is here! This means ensuring we have the most up to date nail colors on our hands. Love this!

Nail polish colors for the holiday 2022 season are a combination of classic dark berries, classic cherry reds, and a dash of sparkle. The easiest way to update your manicure this holiday season is with a sparkling top coat. I love this one from Chanel, and this one from Dior.

If you are looking for something more avant-garde, try golden nails. I love this metallic hue from Chanel for the 2022 holiday season.

You can check out my full review of Chanel’s holiday nail polish here, and my Dior review here.

Shop holiday nail polish online:

I am currently loving metallic nails, and dark berries with a sparkling top coat. What are your favorite nail polish hues this holiday season?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy