The Year’s Rad New Color Is Radiant Orchid

It was just last month that Pantone named Radiant Orchid its color of the year for 2014, but we’ve already fallen head over heels for this warm, playful hue. Romantic and cheerful with a subtle pink undertone, it couldn’t be more fitting for spring! We’ve got some fantastic finds for moms and kids who want to work this trendy color into their everyday look.

FOR KIDS:

We just love this flapper-inspired dress from Juicy Couture. With a beautiful, black mesh overlay, this pretty piece works the year’s most fashionable color in a subtle way. $118.00 (On sale: $84.99) juicycouture.com

Converse “Chucks” are a classic when it comes to casual kicks. Use this bright pair to add a stylish punch of purple to your child’s outfit! $27 converse.com

With its quirky mix of patterns and textures, this puffer vest from Betsey Johnson is a fun way to keep warm. It’s great for any wild child with a craving for color! $68 (On sale: $19.99) betseyjohnson.com

If your child tends toward a more sporty style, these yoga pants from Puma are a perfect fit! The high contrast of the black Puma logo and waistband really make these athletic pants pop!
$34 (On sale: $16.99) 6pm.com

Soprano gives the traditional printed tee a Parisian flair with this cute top. Pair it with leggings or jeans for a look that’s très chic! $28 nordstrom.com

FOR MOM:

Rock this year’s big color in a small way with Essie Nail Polish in Play Date. The glossy lacquer allows you to show off just a splash of Radiant Orchid. $8.50 essie.com

Add just a hint of the fabulous hue with this elegant ballerina pendant from Betsey Johnson. The combination of gold and purple makes this piece an eye-catching accessory! $58 betseyjohnson.com

For a flirty dress that’s full of lace, this sweet little number from ModCloth is a must-have! Worn alone or with a structured jacket layered on top, it’s an irresistible look for spring. $49.99
modcloth.com

There’s nothing more feminine than a floral pump! With its lovely palette of purples, this springtime shoe by chic mama Jessica Simpson is full of personality and charm. $85 (On sale: $39.94) dsw.com

Take it from Pantone themselves, the true color of Radiant Orchid sure does look nice on a smart phone. The simply chic iPhone case cheekily mimics an actual paint swatch and is sure to brighten any chilly city day. $29, pantone.com

Instituto Cervantes

Children and teenagers learn to understand and express themselves in Spanish, while improving their communication skills through a dynamic immersion program taught by NATIVE TEACHERS that combines CLASSES, ARTISTIC WORKSHOPS and FUN ACTIVITIES! All of our high-qualified teachers are native Spanish speakers who adapt the structure of the class to the needs and levels of each group while conducting the classes entirely in Spanish. We offer both Spanish Summer Camps and Regular Courses for children along the year to foster language learning and multicultural understanding.

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

Looking for something to do with the kids in New York City that is fun, exciting, and educational? The Intrepid Museum offers family-friendly activities and programs all year long that keep children engaged, entertained, and curious about history and science. Fun rain or shine, the Museum offers both indoor and outdoor interactive exhibits and activities. With so many things to do and see, you&rsquo;ll never hear &ldquo;I&rsquo;m bored,&rdquo; when you climb aboard Intrepid. A non-profit, educational institution featuring the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid, the space shuttle Enterprise, the world&rsquo;s fastest jets and a guided missile submarine.

Explore MetroWest Boston

<h1>Turn Whining into Winning in MetroWest Boston</h1> From beer gardens to corn mazes, state parks to beautiful art, MetroWest Boston is a great destination for a weekend trip! Enjoy <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/get-outside/?imgoing-place=hopkinton-state-park-61a91acef30b531a665ab64d">Hopkinton State Park</a>&rsquo;s gorgeous foliage while kayaking on the lake or hiking, mountain biking, or snowshoeing on the amazing trails. In the evening, catch a play, musical, concert, art exhibition, dance performance, or immersive theatrical event at <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=hopkinton-center-for-the-arts-63c03d7e0d792d753263b4d1">Hopkinton Center for the Arts</a>. Get a great night&rsquo;s sleep at one of the region&rsquo;s hotels, such as <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/where-to-stay/?imgoing-place=the-verve-hotel-boston-natick-tapestry-collection-by-hilton-61aa4790f30b531a666119e4">The VERVE</a>, with its fun and funky pop art d&eacute;cor, or <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/where-to-stay/?imgoing-place=aloft-framingham-6216279ccc891d1d0862c8c2">Aloft</a> with their pool tables and lobby games. In the morning, visit the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=danforth-art-school-61a8e11cf30b531a66592d90">Danforth Art Museum</a>, a jewel box housing 3,500+ artworks from three centuries, including groundbreaking sculptures depicting the African and African American experience by Meta Vaux Warrick Fuller. Cross the street to the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=framingham-history-center-61a8e11cf30b531a66592d92">Framingham History Center</a> to explore their new multilingual exhibit that traces the city&rsquo;s immigration story, from those fleeing the 1690s Salem Witch trials, to the Irish and Italian influx in the 1800-1900s, to the current migration of Brazilians. &ldquo;Framingham&rsquo;s Collective Journeys&rdquo; includes oral histories, interactives, and artifacts. No visit to Framingham is complete without stopping at legendary <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/eat/?imgoing-place=jacks-abby-craft-lagers-61a8e11cf30b531a66592da0">Jack&rsquo;s Abby Craft Lagers</a>, one of 17 breweries in MetroWest, where you can enjoy a flight with a schnitzel sandwich or their famous Framinghamburger. Afterwards, spend a few hours at <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/activities/?imgoing-place=level99-64a8389c51f92a351a6a3f06">Level99</a> testing each other with 50+ mental and physical escape rooms and challenges. The next day, tour the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/where-to-stay/?imgoing-place=longfellows-wayside-inn-61aa7aa3f30b531a66621f57">Wayside Inn</a>. The oldest inn in America&rsquo;s 100-acre property includes the Old Barn, now a farm stand with displays of antique farming tools, the historic Grist Mill, and beautiful grounds containing the Longfellow Memorial Garden, the Redstone Schoolhouse from the poem &ldquo;Mary Had a Little Lamb&rdquo;, the Martha-Mary Chapel, and Josephine's Pond for fishing. Stay for a delicious gourmet meal in their historic dining room. Spend the afternoon at the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=american-heritage-museum-61a92852f30b531a665b17bf">American Heritage Museum</a>. Start your tour in the depths of a WWI trench listening to a nurse&rsquo;s first-hand account from the Western Front while bombs explode above you and the floor begins to shake. This extraordinary museum features one-of-a-kind historic aircraft, tanks, cars and rare relics from the Revolutionary War to today, in immersive exhibits and living history events. Afterwards, wander the charming shops and boutiques of downtown Hudson. <h3>MetroWest Boston offers these and many other attractions, activities and events for the whole family!</h3>