In this age of blush pink everything and desaturated Instagram filters, bold, deep-hued colors such as this dramatically provocative and thoughtful shade of purple was never really a popular choice. Well, until now.
We found 17 reasons to love Ultra Violet, Pantone's Color of the Year for 2018:
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Here’s what you’ll be wearing to party on New Year ’s Eve.
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓Party top, P899, H&M
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A pair of earrings is a totally non-committal way of riding on the purple trend.

Leather tassel earrings, P910, O’el Designs
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Or keep it low-key with a pair of purple-framed sunglasses.
CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓watch nowSunglasses, P399, Sunnies Studios
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Otherwise, go confidently ~extra~ in this pair of pants.

Trousers with zippers, P1,490, H&M
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Never realized purple was such a fun color until this.
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓Troublemaker sweatshirt, P1,995, Mango
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Ultra Violet can definitely look ultra-chic, too.

Leather strap watch, P8,975.14, Ted Baker
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A backpack in a ~futuristic~ color will take you places.
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓Water resistant backpack, P4,895.53, Fjallraven
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Whether traveling or working, this will come in handy.

Crush headband, P490, Parfois
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Say goodbye to basics, and hello to this Ultra Violet pair.
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓Sandals, 4793.08, Birkenstock
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Imagine running errands in these!

Sneakers, P4542.70, New Balance
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Yup, we know you’ve already booked your trips for next year.
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓Textured luggage, P5,350, Kamiliant
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For cold-weather places, here’s a Kim Bok Joo-esque beanie.

Beanie with puff, P1761.57, Herschel
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You’re just as ready for the summer heat, too.
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓Floral dress, P2,109, Mango
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Your motivation to getting back to the daily grind.

Deep purple loafers, P3,650, Charles & Keith
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Plus, a bag in a subdued hue to complete any office-ready look.
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓Leather bucket bag, P4,495, Ni Qua
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Activewear for you to start the year right fabulously.

Gym leggings, P950, Be Amaz1ng
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And of course, a very 2018 bikini, for the body you’ve worked so hard for.
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓Printed bikini set, P500, Sirena
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