The History Behind the Hue

Look, no party is complete without that one unexpected guest. Still, one wonders what was going through the head of this vibrant vixen. Is this a new shade of orange or a tribute to tans gone wild? Whatever it is, she’s rockin’ that glow, overshadowing her friend!

Tanning has been the ‘in’ thing since Coco Chanel turned bronzed skin into a fashion statement in 1923. And when technicolor films graced our screens, Hollywood starlets bronzed up to shine even brighter. Fast forward to today, with nearly 8 million Americans still riding the tanning train, some journeys turn out more carroty than others.