The Best Gifts For Anyone Obsessed With Pantone's Color Of The Year

Julia Brucculieri
(Photo: Deborah Lippmann/Macy's/JW Pei/Uniqlo/J.Crew/Sephora)
(Photo: Deborah Lippmann/Macy's/JW Pei/Uniqlo/J.Crew/Sephora)

Earlier this week, the Pantone Color Institute announced its 2019 color of the year: Living Coral.

According to a press release (per Vogue), the peachy-pink hue “is evocative of how coral reefs provide shelter to a diverse kaleidoscope of color.”

“Symbolizing our innate need for optimism and joyful pursuits, Living Coral embodies our desire for playful expression,” the institute wrote in an Instagram caption.

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We’ve already seen coral pop up on the spring 2019 runways for Marc Jacobs and Christian Siriano, so it’s pretty safe to say we’ll be seeing a lot more of it in the new year. Luckily, coral is arguably a universally flattering shade, which means it looks good on basically anyone.

This holiday season, why not let the bold hue inspire your gift shopping?

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite coral fashion and beauty gifts to help make things even easier. Check them out below:

Jane Iredale Just Kissed Lip Plumper

<strong><a href="https://janeiredale.com/us/en/mineral-makeup/lips/just-kissed-lip-plumper.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get the Jane Iredale Just Kissed lip plumper in Sydney for $25 (available in seven colors).</a></strong>

Olivia Von Halle Sleep Set

<strong><a href="https://www.net-a-porter.com/us/en/product/1041862" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get the Olivia Von Halle silk sleep set for $145 (sale price as of press time).</a></strong>

MAC Extra Dimension Blush In Cheeky Bits

<strong><a href="https://www.maccosmetics.com/product/13842/24963/products/makeup/face/blush-bronzer/extra-dimension-blush#/shade/Faux_Sure%21" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get the MAC Extra Dimension blush in Cheeky Bits for $29 (available in 11 colors).</a></strong>

Kate Spade Flamingo Watch

<strong><a href="https://www.macys.com/shop/product/kate-spade-new-york-womens-park-row-pink-silicone-strap-watch-34mm?ID=5747052&amp;pla_country=US&amp;CAGPSPN=pla&amp;CAWELAID=120156340024243755&amp;CAAGID=20014019451&amp;CATCI=pla-380055300151&amp;catargetid=120156340018131609&amp;cadevice=c&amp;cm_mmc=Google_Watches_PLA-_-G_PLA_Watches_-_Kate_Spade_Kate_Spade-_-69534081771-_-pg9125133_c_kclickid_a2916747-acca-474f-835f-604a72d92d0a_KID_EMPTY_328461411_20014019451_69534081771_pla-380055300151_796483391512USA__c_KID_&amp;trackingid=469x9125133&amp;lsft=cm_mmc:Google_Watches_PLA-_-G_PLA_Watches%20-%20Kate%20Spade_Kate%20Spade-_-69534081771-_-pg9125133_c_kclickid_a2916747-acca-474f-835f-604a72d92d0a_KID_832_328461411_20014019451_69534081771_pla-380055300151_796483391512USA_{feetitemid}_c_KID_,trackingid:469x9125133&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiA0ajgBRA4EiwA9gFOR_tx-D1-os4CiPMll0vb-r63VlpGJnh8wWEZdmjKb9fZhk6TaR_cYxoCkTkQAvD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get the Kate Spade flamingo watch for $112.50 (price as of press time).</a></strong>

J.Crew Colorful Floral Hoops

<strong><a href="https://www.jcrew.com/p/womens_category/jewelry/statement/colorful-floral-hoop-earrings/G3346">Get the J.Crew colorful floral hoops for $65.</a></strong>
Get the J.Crew colorful floral hoops for $65.

Uniqlo Merino Ribbed Turtleneck

<strong><a href="https://www.uniqlo.com/us/en/women-extra-fine-merino-ribbed-turtleneck-sweater-408716.html?dwvar_408716_color=COL12#start=9&amp;cgid=women-sweaters" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get the Uniqlo merino ribbed turtleneck for $29.90.</a></strong>

Gorjana Gemstone Studs

<strong><a href="https://www.gorjana.com/power-gemstone-pink-coral-studs.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get the Gorjana gemstone studs for $38.</a></strong>
Get the Gorjana gemstone studs for $38.

Kjaer Weis Lip Tint In Sweetness

<strong><a href="https://kjaerweis.com/product/lip-tint/sweetness" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get the Kjaer Weis Lip Tint in Sweetness for $42 (available in 10 colors).</a></strong>
Get the Kjaer Weis Lip Tint in Sweetness for $42 (available in 10 colors).

Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment In Coral

<strong><a href="https://www.sephora.com/product/sugar-lip-treatment-spf-15-P57002?skuId=1422336" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get The Fresh Sugar lip treatment in Coral for $24 (available in 14 colors).&nbsp;</a></strong>

Baggu Travel Bag

<strong><a href="https://www.urbanoutfitters.com/shop/baggu-travel-dopp-kit?category=SEARCHRESULTS&amp;color=085" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get the Baggu travel bag for $28.</a></strong>
Get the Baggu travel bag for $28.

JW Pei Alice Crossbody Bag

<strong><a href="https://www.jwpei.com/collections/alice-bag/products/the-alice-bag-rose" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get the JW Pei Alice crossbody bag in Rose for $89.&nbsp;</a></strong>
Get the JW Pei Alice crossbody bag in Rose for $89. 

Deborah Lippmann It's Five O'Clock Somewhere Nail Polish

<strong><a href="https://www.deborahlippmann.com/it-s-five-o-clock-somewhere" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get the Deborah Lippmann gel lab color in It's Five O'Clock Somewhere for $20 (available in over 50 colors).</a></strong>

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Mongo Kiss Lip Balm

Robyn Malcolm, copy chief at HuffPost, said she loves this Mongo Kiss lip balm because it's all organic, "So&nbsp;if you smother your baby in kisses, you don't worry if some of [it] ends up on their face or body."&nbsp;<br /><br /><strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073D9DHPC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;th=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get Mongo Kiss lip balm for $15.99 (six pack)</a>.</strong>

Dr. Jart Cicapair Tiger Grass Cream

"I love this thickish cream that covers all manner of sins: sleeplessness, crying, drinking, all the good new mom stuff," said Kate Palmer, head of HuffPost Life. "It makes me feel pulled together and covers blemishes and uneven redness nicely, and it has SPF 30 included, so that's one less thing to do."<br /><br /><strong><a href="https://www.sephora.com/product/cicapair-tiger-grass-cream-P411539?icid2=you%20may%20also%20like:p411539:product" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get Dr. Jart Cicapair Tiger Grass Cream for $48</a>.</strong>

Ilia At Last Multi-Stick

Kirsten Cieslar, HuffPost's director of business development, said that she relied on products that made getting ready super easy, like a multi-use lip and cheek tint. This one, by Ilia, definitely falls into that category.&nbsp;<br /><br /><strong><a href="https://iliabeauty.com/collections/multi-use/products/at-last" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get the Ilia At Last multi-stick for $34</a>.</strong>

Josie Maran Whipped Argan Oil

Malcolm also suggested Josie Maran's Whipped Argan Oil body butter, which she said is "great for rubbing on your belly when pregnant, and great for after pregnancy all over your body!" Plus, it's 100 percent pure argan oil, so "if some gets on baby, it's not stressful."&nbsp;<br /><br /><strong><a href="https://www.josiemarancosmetics.com/products/whipped-argan-oil-body-butter" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get Josie Maran Whipped Argan Oil for $35</a>.</strong>

Weleda Skin Food Cream

After welcoming her baby, Cieslar said she used Weleda Skin Food, which is <a href="http://www.weleda.com.au/use-of-weleda-products-during-pregnancy-breastfeeding/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">safe for nursing moms</a>. She also said she got compliments on her skin when all she had on was this cream and a little mascara.&nbsp;<br /><br /><strong><a href="https://www.weleda.com/product/s/skin-food" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get Weleda Skin Food for $18.99</a>.</strong>

Batiste Dry Shampoo

As Malcolm noted, new moms can go "at least a week on the regular without washing your hair," which makes dry shampoo a must-have.&nbsp;<br /><br /><strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Batiste-Shampoo-Original-Fragrance-Count/dp/B01CYDXMSW/ref=sr_1_4_s_it" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get Batiste Dry Shampoo for $15.18 (three pack)</a>.</strong>

BaBylissPRO Porcelain Ceramic 2800 Dryer

Malcom also suggested a good blowdryer, because when moms do get a chance to dry their hair after a shower, they may only have what seems like five seconds to do so. This BaByliss model comes <a href="https://www.today.com/style/best-professional-hair-dryers-are-affordable-t126855" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">stylist-recommended</a>.<br /><br /><strong><a href="https://www.amazon.com/BaBylissPRO-Porcelain-Ceramic-Dryer-Black/dp/B01L8R7PU6" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get the BaBylissPRO Porcelain Ceramic 2800 Dryer for $79.99</a>.</strong>

Get the W3ll People Bio Tint Multi-Action Moisturizer

Tianna Rounds, HuffPost's senior manager of editorial, said she relied on BB cream or tinted moisturizer to make her feel presentable. This W3ll People moisturizer offers a hint of color and SPF 30, plus it's plant-based, sulfate free and paraben free.&nbsp;<br /><br /><strong><a href="https://www.target.com/p/w3ll-people-bio-tint-foundation-moisturizer-light-1-2-oz/-/A-51255919" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get W3ll People Bio Tint Multi-Action moisturizer for $22.99</a>.</strong>

Briogeo Don't Despair, Repair Deep Conditioning Hair Mask

For the rare times a new mom can take a full 15-minute shower, Malcolm suggested trying this Briogeo deep conditioning hair mask.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /><br />"It works well if you follow the directions and leave it on for 10 minutes. But if your baby starts crying two minutes into your shower and you have to wash it out, it still leaves hair shiny and moisturized," she said.&nbsp;<br /><br /><strong><a href="https://www.sephora.com/product/dont-despair-repair-deep-conditioning-mask-P388628" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get the&nbsp;Briogeo Don't Despair, Repair deep conditioning hair mask for $36</a>.</strong>

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