Spring 2012 Trend: Orange Hues and How to Wear It [PHOTOS]

Orange is one of the hottest trend colors this spring.
The zesty color has been designers' favorite, showing up on the runways and the red carpet with many hues from tangerine tango to orange sherbet.

Tangerine Tango was set by Pantone Color Institute as the upcoming seasons' top color choice.

Some variation of orange has been included in the recent collections by designers such as Michael Kors, Salvatore Ferragamo, Christian Dior, Vena Cava, BCBG Max Azria, Cynthia Rowley, and Donna Karan.

Check out the slideshow of orange outfits in Spring 2012 Collections. Click "start" to begin the slideshow.

Celebrity fashionistas like Vanessa Hudgens, Cameron Diaz, and Julie Bowen have all pulled off orange dresses on the red carpet.

A hot color as it is, orange doesn’t flatter everyone, and it's safer to sport an orange item farther from your face.

To pull off this bright trend effortlessly, pair orange tops with lighter colors like beige or light brown, while staying away from black or dark brown. Other bright colors like teal, hot pink or yellow could make good partners with orange.

Orange can also be embraced through accessories and make-up. Swimwear may just be the best place to use orange, matching up with the summer sunset.

It turns out that orange is quite a versatile color, and allows you to instantly brighten up your look.


Check out the slideshow of orange outfits in Spring 2012 Collections. Click "start" to begin the slideshow.