Many people remember it from when red coral was popular in the 70's and 80's. However coral can be found in almost any colour you can imagine.
Natural coral comes in a large variety of colour's: red, orange, pink, blue, white and black. Discolouration further increases the number of colours naturally available.
Precious coral or red coral is the common name given to Corallium rubrum and several related species of marine coral. The distinguishing characteristic of precious corals is their durable and intensely coloured red or pink skeleton, which is used for making jewelry.
The first recorded use of coral as a colour name in English was in 1513.
It can range from a shade of pink to a soft terracotta. It is also referred to as salmon, peach, apricot or melon.
A shade is achieved by adding black to any pure hue,
while a tint is created by mixing white to any pure colour.
I have tracked down the perfect clothes and accessories so you look right on trend wearing Coral and you help support the British handmade community too.
Mohair Scarf - TheFeminineTouch
Leather Shoes - FairySteps
Silk Purse - RedRubyRose
Lace Cocktail Dress - Alexandrakingdesign
Denim Coat -13threads
Long Earrings - Chikakojewellery
Did you know? - Coral is a female first name of Indo-European origins. It was the 943rd most popular name in the United States from 1900-1909, the 977th in 1991, and 988th in 1992.
Love your post. Coral is such an interesting colour to work with
ReplyDeleteFascinating post, thanks for sharing! Love the fashion collection too :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous items included here.
ReplyDeleteStunning colour and your choices would make a great outfit.
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