It communicates an instant message and yet tells a compelling truth. We choose colors by our emotions and when you walk into that roomful of viewers you are saying something about yourself.
Color has an emotional appeal, noted by expressions or phrases like green with envy, red-hot lover, moody blue, mellow yellow.
I feel color when I wear it.
Fall winter is my moody period and I project myself in mostly blacks and whites with teases of intense hues for what I like to call a laid back sophisticated style. While in spring I like to adopt a refreshing hue of lightness reminiscent of the blue sea, sand and crystal day sky. Perennial yellows and oranges, orchid purples with silver accents, luscious blue-green, hummingbird iridescence---by infusing these color choices into your wardrobe lends striking qualities. Indulge me in silky sheers and feathery light drapy linens with the luxury of movement that projects an illusion of a summer ocean breeze.
It all makes sense, with the staggering heat and sluggish humidity of summer to feel connected to the elements of nature. My solution is to borrow from nature the colors in their natural surroundings. Wildflowers, mosses, the projected turquoise of the sea, the apple blossom with an array of citrus colors all lend a brilliant palette.
The lesson from nature is to trust the spectrum of color it offers.
When choosing your style colors be playful. I like to layer the same color in different hues and texture, showing dimensions of the color and creating a rich image.
If brilliant colors suit your palette and your style imagines a range that transforms your spirit to be more fun, alive and brighter, use nature to discover the stunning choices you can connect with intimately.
Patterns dazzle the color spectrum with movement and fantasy. Often projecting a diverse style, they allow for a lively palette of personal choice. Spring summer lends a delightful opportunity to expand the color vocabulary while bringing a theatrical highlight to your taste.
Look around and discover the multiple color choices in bloom or on a rocky cliff or while walking a desert path. Design is about transforming your shape - color identifies your soul.
About the Author:
Gabrielle Ruvolo, an entrepreneur, has carved out her place in the fashion world. Hot Moon Collection was created to meet the needs of style conscious women over 40.
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» left by Anonymous from anchorage, alaska (97 days 13 hours ago.)
What a lovely vision! I envision a woman draped in diaphonous silks, walking a headland at the beach. I look forward to checking out your collection! Thanks!
» left by Leah Martin from Portland, Oregon (97 days 12 hours ago.)
WOW! That really makes me stop to think of what I want to say with my clothing. The Hot Moon Collection website is as lovely as your prose! I ordered a few items and cannot wait to get them! Thanks again, Leah
» left by JPM from Pasadena (97 days 10 hours ago.)
If you want to change your mood, change the color you are wearing. If you want to inspire a response, plan the color of your clothing. For instance, I like what Gabrielle says about layering several shades of the same color in dirrerent textures. Take the time to make dressing fun and you will leave the house feeling good. Kudos to Gabrielle on her site. It's drenched in beautiful colors.
» left by elizabeth bailey from sacramento (96 days 12 hours ago.)
Great inspiration for jazzing up my look. I love Gabrielle Ruvolo's sense of style. Her website offers great stuff and always the best tips on puting together a look that is suitable yet totally hip. I am a fifty year old woman who is interested in fashion, but was stuck in a rut of wearing black and grey. Thanks for reminding me of the color spectrum. I'll brighten up this May day with an orange shirt!
» left by Mardi from Los Angeles (88 days 12 hours ago.)
Read the closet article and loved it, love this article, very
interesting and inspiring. I like when you see a picture of the author
too. Respond to this comment
» left by Jane Bullard(1,218) Jane Bullard (50 days 16 hours ago.)
Hi, Gabrielle - Your descriptive writing flows smoothly. What you share touches emotion without over-doing it at all. Good job! It's a bit like walking through a garden of the seasons. Respond to this comment
Gabrielle - I wanted to see what you're writing now. I hope you're doing well, and I look forward to something about summer or fall from you. God bless you. ~Jane Respond to this comment
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