Thursday, March 15, 2012

Fashion Friday My Love Affair With Orange


Happy Fashion Friday!  I'm so excited for today's post and hope you can all link up with me!  My absolute favorite color to wear is coral, so of course I am thrilled that orange and shades of orange are in this season.  They brighten everything up and I know it sounds cliche, but make me happy!  Why?  Well, I did some research on the color orange, and here's what I found:

"The color orange radiates warmth and happiness, combining the physical energy and stimulation of red with the cheerfulness of yellow."  Wow...see, what did I tell you?


"Orange relates to our gut instincts, or our gut reaction."
"The color psychology of orange is optimistic and uplifting, rejuvenating our spirit."


"Orange brings spontaneity and a positive outlook on life and is a great color to use during tough economic times, keeping us motivated and helping us to look on the bright side of life."


"Orange is extroverted and uninhibited, often encouraging exhibitionism or at the very least, showing off!"  
Words associated with orange: "sociable, optimistic, enthusiastic, cheerful, self-confident, independent, flamboyant, extroverted, adventurous, warm-hearted."


Well, now I see why I wanted this orange Cole Haan bag so badly today!!!  

All images by Pinterest, except image of bag by Kori Donahue 
All color information courtesy of Empower Yourself 

So, want to link up with me?  Just follow the directions below!




1.  Blog about anything fashion related (make sure your post is from today or in the next few days, no previous posts.  Also please only link back to one of your posts)
2.  Grab my button above and link back to Blonde Episodes
3.  Leave a comment letting me know you were here
4.  Add your link to the link up and choose your photo
5.  Visit other blogs on the hop and make new friends! 
PLEASE FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS OR YOUR LINK WILL BE DELETED

27 comments:

Leeann @ Join the Gossip said...

I only have orange item but I need more! I agree, it's just so bright and cheery!

Happy Friday.

Unknown said...

I am loving orange too- oh and melon and peach or whatever everyone is calling it...I especially love the first set of shoes! -Jessica

THEJESSICALBLOG.COM

Christianna said...

Orange is awesome! It's one of my favorite colors, but I have a hard time wearing it with my skin tone. I'm best in the burnt variety. Loved all the facts about the color!

Christianna said...

P.S. where is your linky?

Candice said...

I just ordered a orange dress today. Great minds think alike.

Lindsay said...

Hi Kori! Thanks for the FF hop! Love the first pair of shoes and your new cole Haan bag is to die for! Super cute.

Anonymous said...

Loving the orange! One weekend I went out and bought like 4 different things in orange! Lovely! xoxo A-

Catherine, Not Dressed As Lamb said...

I've Pinned a couple of your orange choices Kori - the orange and white dress is beautiful! and I love the skirt with the black lace edging too <3

Except for accessories I have no orange in my wardrobe... I think you may have convinced me! Have linked up too, thanks for hosting!

Catherine x
http://notdressedaslamb.com

Lena B, Actually said...

Orange is my absolute fave!
I'm linking up this week, but can't find your linky!?
http://mom2memphisandruby.blogspot.com/2012/03/fashion-friday-st-pattys.html

Irene said...

Hi Kori,
I have a pashmina in that juicy orange and love it. Lights my face.
I can't find the link widget today. My pots is up, though right here:http://happy-turtle-deco.blogspot.com/2012/03/fashion-friday-eccentricity.html
Bon weekend!

Anonymous said...

I love how a pop of orange can completely change an outfit or space. I can't pull it off when I wear it so tend to go more towards coral. I would like to get a cute pair of orange wedges or a a cute clutch to go with some new white summer jeans!! xo

Lindsay said...

I absolutely LOVE the orange wedges - so cute. I have a coral dress in my Fashion Friday post too, guess everyone is ready for spring & bright colors?!

http://threepeasinmylittlepod.blogspot.com/2012/03/fashion-friday-you-pick.html

outfit31.blogspot.com said...

Thanks for hosting the link up Kori! I luv orange too!!!

Trixie said...

Orange is the new pink right? Or is it Orange goes with Pink? Hmm never can remember but loving it all.

Thanks for hosting FF.
Here's my link
http://sensafashion.blogspot.com/2012/03/fashion-friday.html

and the next person on the blog hop is listed on my page! ;)

Angie said...

I found your link up today and joined in. Love the bag!

Julie (Little Pink Rain Boots) said...

Orange just screams summer to me especially when paired with white. Your new bag is just fabulous!

Audrey Masitsa said...

I love bright colours and orange is one of my all time faves. Great picks!! Have a great weekend:)

Fitness By Alicia said...

Love that orange bag!! Gorgeous!

Healthy Living Natural Beauty - Michelle said...

Have a Happy Fashion Friday today!

Unknown said...

My new color obssesion as well. Love the shoes and the bag ;)

Megan, TfDiaries.com said...

i love love love that bag

Ginny said...

Loving the orange wedges....actually I'm loving all the orange pins...

Have a great weekend!!

www.ginnybrumback.blogspot.com

Life Through Preppy Glasses said...

i love the new bag you got!

C said...

Orange totally makes me happy. I love that dress and the handbag you chose!

Anonymous said...

Loving this tangerine color as well and royal blue this season
www.rawfashionmagazine.com

Anonymous said...

Love Fashion Fridays! Orange is a great color but I find it hard to wear - coral is easier for me. :)

Unknown said...

I am really liking the solid orange dress....very cute!