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
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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

Once Upon A Mattress

Bring your kids. Bring your parents. Bring your favorite pajamas! Once Upon a Mattress is back on Broadway, and it&rsquo;s &ldquo;pure let&rsquo;s-be-kids entertainment&rdquo; (New Yorker) fit for ages 7 to 107! Two-time Tony&reg; winner Sutton Foster stars as Princess Winnifred the Woebegone, alongside royalty of stage and screen Michael Urie and Queen of Comedy Ana Gasteyer. Adapted for a new generation by Amy Sherman-Palladino (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel), this uproarious retelling of The Princess and the Pea introduces the unapologetically eccentric Winnifred to an uptight kingdom, where she charms, delights, and dances her way to the top&hellip; of a stack of mattresses. So give the babysitter the night off and your kids a night on the town &ndash; you'll all live happily ever laughter! Get tickets at&nbsp;<a href="https://onceuponamattressnyc.com/">https://onceuponamattressnyc.com/</a>

Brooklyn Robot Foundry - Virtual Classes

Brooklyn Robot Foundry offers super fun online robot-building classes for children 2-13 years old!&nbsp;&nbsp;Each week, students are introduced to new engineering concepts and components while building that day&rsquo;s robot in their own &ldquo;workshop&rdquo;.&nbsp;&nbsp;All classes maintain a very low student-to-teacher ratio, allowing for plenty of individualized instruction and socializing. The supplies are shipped in advance and classes are led by amazing instructors, taking all the pressure off parents.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Foundry&rsquo;s main focus however, is that kids have fun, get creative, and enjoy being part of this STEAM-loving community!&nbsp;

The School at the Mark Morris Dance Center

The School at the Mark Morris Dance Center offers year-round, community-based dance and music programming in a fully inclusive and nurturing environment, located in the heart of the Brooklyn Cultural District. The School&rsquo;s diverse and professional faculty provides progressive and non-competitive instruction with all of our classes accompanied by live music. Though we are a non-recital school, there are opportunities for students to perform and for parents to see their dancers in action.