How To Wear The Pantone Colour Of The Year 2019

Every year the Pantone Color Institute chooses the shade we will all be surrounded by for 365 days. This year their Colour of the Year is Lively Coral, a warm and cheerful shade. Find out how to include more Lively Coral colour into your look!


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1. Makeup

Every great fashion look starts with makeup, and here is how to add more coral to your everyday style.

If you’re a big fan of the Lively Coral shade, you can show off your love for this colour with a bold makeup look – monochrome coral eyeshadow and natural lips.

Pantone colour of the year 2019

If you prefer more complete makeup look, here is how to build all of your makeup around one lovely coral shade.

Pantone colour of the year 2019

When you’re designing your Lively Coral-inspired look, don’t forget the nails! This is a pastel version of the coral colour and it’s perfect for everyday wear.

Pantone colour of the year 2019

In case the cool coral tones are not your favourite and you prefer warmer shades, consider a warm-tinted coral lipstick as the centre of your makeup look.

Pantone colour of the year 2019

A brighter shade of coral is ideal for summer, vacation, or anywhere you need to pull focus to your nails.

Pantone colour of the year 2019

2. Clothing

Now that you know how to match your makeup to the colour trends of 2019, let’s do the same with fashion.

Coral is a striking colour that looks amazing with bold designs and even bolder accessories – we’re simply in love with these leopard pumps!

Pantone colour of the year 2019

Coral and gold are a timeless colour combination in Nigerian fashion. Consider it for your upcoming wedding party!

Pantone colour of the year 2019

Lively Coral has just been announced as the 2019 Colour of the Year, but it has already made its way to the runway.

Pantone colour of the year 2019

Most Nigerian fashionistas already have at least one coral garment in their wardrobes – it has been one of the most popular Aso Ebi shades for years!

Pantone colour of the year 2019

A very effective way to make the coral colour in your outfit even more striking is to pair it with a contrasting shade, and beige works great for this purpose.

Pantone colour of the year 2019

In case you find monochrome looks to be slightly boring, decorate your new coral-coloured gown with floral fabric to get the best of both worlds.

Pantone colour of the year 2019

Coral is a strong enough of a colour to support a whole outfit, but adding a colour contrast never hurts, which means you can choose any gele you want for your coral Aso Ebi!

Pantone colour of the year 2019

Coral, gold, lace, and stones – it seems like this gorgeous Aso Ebi outfit includes every trend of the past few years.

Pantone colour of the year 2019

Sometimes the simplest silhouette of the dress is the most effective one, as long as you keep the colour and the styling just right.

Pantone colour of the year 2019

Mercy Aigbe is one of the first Nigerian celebrities to rock the Living Coral trend, and, as always, she looks fantastic.

Pantone colour of the year 2019

3. Accessories

Whether you want to go all in with coral with your style or you want to keep the presence of Lively Coral in your wardrobe to a minimum, you will definitely enjoy owning one or more coral-coloured accessories.

A coral necklace is a universal accessory that can be worn with nearly anything, from an evening gown to a shirt and jeans combo.

Pantone colour of the year 2019

Make your smartphone match your impeccable style by dressing it in a new trendy case!

Pantone colour of the year 2019

This coral and gold purse will become your ideal evening wear accessory – it may not be particularly practical, but it’s certainly very cute.

Pantone colour of the year 2019

High-heeled sandals in the trendiest colour of the year can become your great fashion investment – they will never go out of vogue and will easily fit into your style.

Pantone colour of the year 2019

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My name is Inna. I am a content writer with an English and literature background. As a mother of a 4-year old son, I love learning about children’s health and development, as well as finding new interesting toys and activities for my little one. I am also in love with all things tech and always keep my finger on the pulse of new smartphone and gadget releases. Another big passion of mine is beauty and makeup – every day I read about new trends in skin care and makeup and always look forward to trying them. Plus, I love pop culture, travelling, crafts, and anything that can make our daily life more thrilling!