ModelStyle Magazine Mar/Apr 2015 | Page 9

Color Your World: Quick, Easy Ways to Brighten Decor and Wardrobe colors. Two colors work, but three or four would be too much and you'll end up looking like a box of crayons." For example, try a blouse in one color and a skirt in another. Then, continue those colors in your accessories. Elevate your office environment "Whether you have a home office or work outside the home, your office is where you get business done," Goreski says. "But the business world is increasingly global in nature, and the colors in your office can be as well." A quick, easy and cost-effective way to add (BPT) - When spring and summer arrive, Mother color and organization to your environment is to introduce the Post-it Brand Colors of the World Nature shows off her decorating skills, bringing vibrant color to the outdoors. The bounty of hues collection to your office. Four unique color outside can inspire homeowners to liven up their palettes feature hues inspired by four global destinations, including New York City, Mykonos, own environments, too. Enjoying the colors of nature is free to all, and brightening your indoor Rio de Janeiro and Bangkok. Each palette environment and your wardrobe doesn't have to draws on the trends, styles and cultures of the locations to add inspiring color to this office and cost a bundle, either. organization staple. "Trends in fashion, design and pop culture are "The colors in this Post-it Brand collection taking on more global influence, and of course, transport you to new places, spark new ideas one thing that's always in style is color," says and allow you to express your personality and Brad Goreski, celebrity stylist and Post-it Brand style - all while staying organized," Goreski says. Color Ambassador. Try these inexpensive, easy ways to bring color More hues for home into your home, office or personal look this When the weather warms, it's the perfect time to season. add color to your home decor. You can go as bold or traditional as your comfort level allows Brighten your wardrobe Color can be intimidating. Many of us tend to fall and still infuse a brighter, fresher feeling. into a pattern of buying clothes in colors that we Start by painting any room in which you want to feel look good on us, and avoiding anything new create a new look. Choose a hue that speaks to that might be a fashion risk. Trying a new color, your sense of style and fits the function of the though, is a great way to update a wardrobe and room. For example, blues and greens are restive for bedroom decor, while yellows and reds liberate your color sense. Not sure where to begin? Goreski recommends impart energy to busy kitchens. "color blocking" - blending two main colors in an If committing to a complete color change is outfit - as a can't-miss tactic for brightening your uncomfortable for you, try creating an accent outfit. Color blocking allows you to pair two bright wall in a bright color and paint the other three colors for an upbeat look while avoiding the color walls in a neutral hue - this can be a great clash that so many people fear. “Stick with two compromise. Continue the theme of the accent colors that work well together," Goreski advises. wall throughout the rest of the room with "Avoid too many different accessories such as pillows, throws, rugs and 8 lamp shades in the same hue or color family. 9