First Friday Favorites: Greenery

Yay, it’s friday!

And not just any Friday, but the first one of the year! We hope you had a great start and that you’re ready to rock 2017 like we are. Inspiring our optimism is Pantone’s 2017 Color of the Year, Greenery.

According to Pantone, a universal color-matching system, the refreshing and revitalizing shade symbolizes new beginnings.

“Greenery bursts forth in 2017 to provide us with the reassurance we yearn for amid a tumultuous social and political environment,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of Pantone. “Satisfying our growing desire to rejuvenate and revitalize, Greenery symbolizes the reconnection we seek with nature, one another, and a larger purpose.”

Join us in spreading the positive energy as we celebrate the vibrant shade in this year’s First Friday Favorites with (lucky number) seven of our favorite ways to incorporate the color in our lives.

Dress to Impress

Emerald has hogged the spotlight in fashion, seemingly overshadowing the rest of its green family, but Greenery can be just as appealing. Think about wearing it in a pattern to break up the bright color, as seen on this foliage-inspired Blaque Label Long-Sleeve Print Dress. The color is nature-inspired, so why not wear it on our sleeves?

Take a Seat

If there’s anything we learned from our photo shoot at Christian Siriano and Brad Walsh’s Connecticut country cottage featured in the 2016 Home & Decor issue, it’s that color can go a long way in the home. Whether it’s on your walls or a piece of furniture, use it as a statement piece. Love this Haute House Damask Chair!

Just one of the new seasonal wraps now available. Aren’t these St. Patrick’s Day wraps fab?! #stpatricksday #greensndgold #cloverleaf #fourleafclover #lovethese #goldnails #greennails #stripesanddots #seasonalnails #march #manimum #busymum #workingmum #happyhands #prettynails #funnails #naildesigns #nailart #fashionnails #wahm #lovemyjob #luckyclover #stpattysday #nailwraps #nailpolish #nailsticker #mumoftwo #quicknails #easynailart

A photo posted by Karen’s Berry Pretty JAMs (@karensberryprettyjams) on Jan 4, 2017 at 3:59pm PST

Nailed It

Greenery isn’t the easiest shade to pull off on nails, but we love the idea of mixing it with colors and patterns, making it easier on the eyes.

Fini ..reste 2 ou 3 détails à fignoler et c’est bon #fashion #dingo #excentricbutchic #celestemogador #broderie

A photo posted by CELESTE MOGADOR (@celeste_mogador) on Dec 19, 2016 at 7:52am PST

I Shoes You!

Getting some serious footwear inspiration with these Celeste Mogador statement pumps. They’ve even got the evil eye to keep bad omens away. Nothing but positive vibes here, from head to toe!

Breath of Fresh Cologne

Looking for an invigorating scent that’s not too powerful? Hermés Concentré de pamplemousse rose (try saying that all in one breath) men’s cologne captures the spirit of Greenery so well.

Wall Art

Probably the easiest and fastest way to refresh a room is with a new piece of art. It’s also a great excuse to invest in this Ashley Longshore painting entitled Peacock Iris Audrey.

All green everything 💚🍃 #DbyD #greenery #kale #roses #orchids #floraldesign #green #laflorist

A photo posted by Designs by David Floral Studio (@designsbydavid_floralstudio) on Jan 5, 2017 at 11:35am PST

Freshly Cut

Who doesn’t love having freshly cut flowers in their home? Bring nature indoors with a beautiful floral centerpiece in various shades of green, with white blooms if you desire. Your house will smell and look great.

 

Feeling inspired yet? Whether you love it or have mixed feelings about the Color of the Year, we hope you give this a try, and let us know if you have any other ideas on how to utilize this fun, vibrant color in your life. Here’s to green new year!