Ready to Tango? Pantone Releases 2012′s Color of the Year

Pantone just released the 2012 Color of the Year! Their pick is vibrant and packs a punch. We welcome Tangerine Tango with open arms, and admittedly, have already been sporting variations of the reddish-orange hue on our lips and nails for several springs and summers now. The color is especially striking when paired with offbeat neutrals (Elie Tahari SS12 above left) and also when used as a sort of neutral itself… hard to believe, but match it against neon and tangerine holds its own as an anchor (see Nanette Lepore SS12 top right). Can’t wait til spring? We’ve got some pieces to rendezvous with until the color takes center stage next season. Below: the Loretta Dress – *LA Boutique; the For Real Shoe – Jeffrey Campbell; the O Clock Signal Watch – O Clock Watches; the Watercolors Scarf – *The Extras.

Holiday Wishlist: Erika

For our 3rd round of employee wishlists, we’ve got Erika, one of the most cheerful faces around the office! Read on for all her picks.

Job at Karmaloop? I’m an Assistant Buyer at Karmaloop! However, unlike the other buyers here, I do not handle apparel brands. In exchange, I am responsible for the headphones, housewares, and some accessories such as media cases for the site.

Describe your style: Far East Side meets the Dirty South!!!

Favorite part of the holiday season? It used to be Santa Claus until some kid at school burst my bubble. I was on a mission to capture the dude for years. Now, I simply enjoy the time I get to spend with my family and loved ones.

Erika’s favorite gifts are…

Look Of The Week: Back To Cool

I remember going back to school being such a huge deal when I was younger (and still in school). I could spend hours deliberating over the perfect outfit, mixing and matching and trying things on until my room looked like the aftermath of Hurricane Jenini. My mother loved that. But I digress, and after the first day of school you’re still trying to portray the new, improved THIS YEAR you.

This outfit is great for a chic back to school look. Layer a basic cardi over a more statement buttondown top, which is made more sophisticated by tucking into high waisted shorts, all topped off with a pair of adorable ruffle socks and a cute bowler hat, this look is so simple to pull off! Pair with a pop color bag for your books, and a pair of cute little lace up wedges, and you’ve got an outfit to envy.

Ashley models this look, shot by the lovely Mari, editedby our fave pants model Matt, and styled by me!

Lifetime Collective’s New Video Gives Us Chills

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Lifetime Collective put together an artfully done Fall/Winter 2011 video featuring not only their high quality gear but also a pretty frisky wolf that I keep feeling might morph into Taylor Lautner. The newly dropped collection features a wide range of jackets, tees, knitwear, and dresses as well as a collaboration with Vancouver based designer, Laura Tanner. Watch above.

Lifetime Collective’s New Video Gives Us Chills

Click here to view the embedded video.

Lifetime Collective put together an artfully done Fall/Winter 2011 video featuring not only their high quality gear but also a pretty frisky wolf that I keep feeling might morph into Taylor Lautner. The newly dropped collection features a wide range of jackets, tees, knitwear, and dresses as well as a collaboration with Vancouver based designer, Laura Tanner. Watch above.