MARSALA MAKEUP PALETTE
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Pantone announced the color of the year — Marsala — to mixed reviews. A far cry from last year’s happy easter eggy, springtime-like Radiant Orchid, Marsala is a muted, earthy toned shade that resembles mulled wine. Also unlike some of Pantone’s previous choices, such as Emerald Green and Tangerine Tango, Marsala is very wearable and uber flattering.
Check out our 6 Marsala-inspired beauty picks.
Nars Blush in Outlaw ($30) is a muted rosy shade that contours cheekbones and jawlines brilliantly.
Elizabeth Arden’s Beautiful Color Moisturizing Lipstick in Iced Coffee ($25) and Beautiful Color Eye Shadow in Spice ($18.50). These flattering shades work for all or most skin tones and will give you an on trend Marsala makeup.
MAC Lip Pencil in Spice ($16) is the iconic lip-loving shade that looks great with all skin types and blends easily with creamy texture. I doubt any woman alive has not had one of these beauties in her cosmetic bag at one time or another.
Dior Dior Addict Gloss in Sparkling Mauve ($29.50) fits the bill for a Marsala-shaded lip enhancer. Adds shine and a touch of plumping to boot.
Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner in Chocolate Shimmer Ink ($24) Â is a definite Marsala contender for the eyes. It is a reddish brown shade that looks great with brown or green eyes. Best to apply with Bobbi's signature Ultra Fine Eye Liner Brush ($27) for a perfect application every time.
Dolce & Gabbana The Nail Lacquer in Lilac Mauve ($25.00) is a finger lengthening neutral shade that has universal appeal for fingers and toes.
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Dior Dior Addict Gloss in Sparkling Mauve ($29.50) fits the bill for a Marsala-shaded lip enhancer. Adds shine and a touch of plumping to boot.
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TANGERINE TANGO: PANTONE’S COLOR OF THE YEAR
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For the last twelve years, global color authority Pantone has declared a color of the year, chosen to reflect the times and forecast trends. The 2012 Pantone Color of the Year is Tangerine Tango, and it’s bringing a proverbial pop to the beauty world. Pantone’s pick was selected to convey optimism and energy, and cosmetics companies are all over it for its surprising versatility. Sephora loves it so much that they collaborated with Pantone for a special line in celebration of the color. Tangerine Tango can skew young and trendy or sophisticated, and the orange/red hybrid flatters every complexion. Where to start? This orangey-red might look daunting to women who typically play it safe wit
