CMG’s International conference is going to be held in India next February so I wrote an article India — a Country of Symbolic Colors that is the feature story in Color Chips Summer 2007.

If you’d like to read the article it is available on Sensational Color

I’m already anticipating the journey and meeting with my colleagues from around the globe. Would you like to join us?   

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Blush is the perfect neutral with a hint of color. This calming hue is the ideal color for various interiors, including Feng Shui settings.

Blush, created from infusing pink (a color universally known for love) with beige (a hue associated with balance), makes this shade a harmonious neutral that inspires serene decor.

Across the globe in Africa, the walls of the Majorelle Gardens (known as the Yves St. Laurent Gardens) are washed with this soft hue, as is the entire city of Marrakech in Morocco. They intentionally surrounded the city in blush to reflect the natural sands of the desert and landscaping.

Of course, the concept of using blush in cosmetics is to subtly enhance one’s natural beauty and to provide a healthy glow.

Whether used to enrich the skin tone, architecture, or interiors, this new neutral demands attention…so don’t be shy, blush a little and bring natural beauty to your home.

The wall design Frut a di Mare, above right, was designed from a 19th century watercolor and pencil sketch and is featured in the Damask Collection. The photo of the Bougainvilia and blush wall is from my recent trip to the Majorelle Gardens in Marrakech, Morocco.   

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There’s no escaping it - every woman uses cosmetics of some sort, so there’s no excuse not to help the cause.

Nordstrom offers a range of pink tinted make-up and cosmetics, including:

• Estée Lauder Pink Ribbon Compact Set, which will help Estée Lauder donate $500,000 to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation
• Smashbox “Blushing Pink” Fusion Soft Lights Powder & Brush Set, of which a portion will be donated to the National Breast Cancer Coalition Fund
• Philosophy “shower for the cure” pink ribbon shower gel, of which 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Women’s Cancer Research Fund
• And for anyone who purchases Clinique’s Dramatically Different™ Moisturizing Lotion, Clinique will donate $10.00 from your purchase in support of The Breast Cancer Research Foundation’s quest to find a cure

At Bath and Body Works, a similar attitude is demonstrated. They will be donating up to $250,000 this month and consumer’s can help by purchasing Mentha Lip Shine in pink, any Sweet Pea Signature Collection products, and the In Touch Breast Self-Exam Glove.

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Based on research and filled with hundreds of illustrations, color expert Leatrice Eiseman presents insights on color and emotion, shares how best to integrate these qualities into your work, insuring your intended message is communicated.   

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