Foolproof Tips to Pick a Color Palette

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Color trends permeate graphic design, jewelry design, even packaging for perfume and makeup. This Spring 2009 catalog from Neiman Marcus is filled with variations of deep purples that fade to lavender and gray, pinks that range from blush to fushia, and dare say, hints of mauve. Yellows -- from sunshine to pure gold -- serve as accents. This bracelet from J.Crew uses the trendy combination. It might be just the thing to wear when you visit your neighborhood paint store.