Tickled pink?

Yesterday color authority Pantone announced it's color of the year 2011 to be an immense pink called "honeysuckle". The company predicts that we will see a lot of this color, appearing on everything from dresses to pillows, nail polish, sofas and appliances.

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A sherbety shade of pink, with a hint of red and orange zest, honeysuckle is seen by designers as a pick -me-up at a time when many people have had their fill of misfortune.
I quoted based on an article from yesterday's Wall Street Journal.

Jonathan Adler.

Harlequin Wallpaper.

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JA tray.

via Country living.

Interestingly enough many people do not necessarily associate honeysuckle with the color pink. The bush which grows on the corner of my deck blooms in a lovely shade of yellow....Apparently people associate the color with what they know from their childhood....Perhaps the honeysuckle you knew then was pink?

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Pink has been on the radar of many designers for a couple of years now and I guess the announcement to make it the color of the year 2011 culminates in it's final arrival at the mainstream households. I still remember the pink polo shirts I gave my husband and son two years ago and seeing my then 8 year old son being a little taken aback at first. Girly pink for him? But he eventually wore the shirt for many month and does now not object to pink in his wardrobe any more then to navy blue!

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I love pink as much as many other colors, my house is filled with reds and green, turquoise and blues and surely it will find it's way into it as accent on plates, pillows and outfits.
It's a summer color, reminding me of raspberries, little girl's dresses and lemonade.

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There is a sense of care free life when looking at pink. I am sure it made it's way into our current fashion for those reasons as well.

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To see on the bright side, away from worries and unemployment which must surely show itself in dull browns and muddy grays...
It's a good thing to celebrate life when the going is tough and to surround ourselves with an uplifting shade of pink is a wonderful way of maintaining optimism and a youthful spirit.
My dish washing will be stylish at last!!!

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Are you tickled pink yet?


xx
Victoria


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Victoria's holiday bazaar

May I invite you to a holiday bazaar, filled with culinary and other inspirations? The holidays approaching fast and I guess I am somewhat late with this, but perhaps not all of you have completed their shopping's - some might just starting to look....


This is a very special charmer....from kimarijewelry
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How about this blue black jade bracelet at lylaaccessories.

Flights of feather fancy! Clutch purse from mermaidsdream.


Get the mint swirl copper lampwork earrings at dkjewels.


Do you know an art lover who will appreciate The Maiden Voyage from janethillstudio?


One of these sweet cuties for a cuddly toddler from minu?


Telling time could be 'felt' here....at evgie!


Or perhaps a doll for a little boy? Get him one at the hazeldoll shop!


This oil lamp will brighten the darkest night.... from StudioKahn!


And I adore those monogrammed pillows from organicblankees.


And while we are still at home accessories, how about these charming bookends via nextdoortoheaven?


And I am sure someone can find a lovely spot for this stylish bench from ljindustries.


And what about this sparkler from bambina?


Any guy will like this cool duffel bag from RAGGEDedgeGear.


And I love this pad for a man's desk. From doneleather.


And speaking of guys, how about that? From kaylim.


And I know at least one girl who would love to wear these glasses...from Estemporary!


Or maybe this cool dress from here.


Baby, it's cold out there. Warm up and get this poncho at sandmaiden.


And this lovely clutch is on my Santa list... from opellecreative!


And last but not least my German heritage gets the better of me: For the holidays do try Dresden Christmas Stollen! You can
get one here!
It's a wonderful tradition, eaten with coffee in the afternoon or a slice warmed for breakfast!


Of course sugar cookies and Nuernberger Oblaten belong to that tradition as well! You could get them at the German Deli.


And these cookies were made by Twosoutherngirls. Or you could bake some yourself....


And if you need to send some lovely cards out - Soulflower has great stuff. Tea towels too and more!

A long walk through this bazaar? Well, yes, but I hope you found something for everyone on your list!!!


xx
Victoria


PS: As with many items on Etsy, many are one of a kind and might be gone fast...


Top image via google image, all others as noted.