How to Wear Pantone's Colors of 2016 (Yes, There Are Two!)

As lovers of all things colorful, we spend each December eagerly awaiting the announcement of Pantone's buzzed-about Color of the Year. After a string of bold hues (including 2015's Marsala, 2014's Radiant Orchid, and 2013's Emerald) comes the unexpected, understated pickor rather, picksfor 2016: Rose Quartz, a pastel pink, and Serenity, a periwinkle blue. Together, the shades reflect a chic peacefulnessaka a welcomed color palette for the start of a new year. Here are some easy, beautiful ways to wear the colors on your eyes, lips, nails, cheeks, even your ears:

Serenity: Periwinkle Blue

MAKE Satin Finish Eyeshadow in Blue Toile: The satiny, pigmented formula of this dusty periwinkle shadow will stay on your lids all day long.

LAQA & Co. Nail Polish in New Fangled: Remind yourself to take a deep, restorative breath every time you admire your slate blue mani.

Urbanears Plattan Headphones in Forgetmenot Stay cool on your commute with a pair of these professional-grade headphones in the soothing hue.

Rose Quartz: Pale Pink

Floss Gloss Nail Polish in Baby Baby: Get a more mature pink mani with this subdued shade.

Tata Harper Volumizing Lip and Cheek Tint in Very Sweet: Blend this organic formula in to get a totally natural, fresh flush.

Jouer Powder Eyeshadow in Pink Champagne A quick sweep of this slightly shimmery rose gold creates a dreamy, date-night look.

Pre-Dame Lipstick in Blush: Find the romantic side of the "it" pink shade with this creamy, long-lasting lipstick.