Red
This saucy shade has confidence-building powers. Paint the town rouge in ruby slippers (read stilettos) and crimson lips to match. Likewise, a red-hot handbag is a surefire way to get others to beg pretty please (with a cherry on top) for your attention.
August: Peridot
Cherished since the ancient Egyptians began mining it more than 3,500 years ago, this stone is said to offer mind-body balance and reduce stress. Add to that how it’s supposed to bring good luck and financial success, and you’ve got one fabulous birthstone. Plus, this pretty green gem is identified as a mystical healer of broken hearts. Sport one and clear the pathway for a fresh, intelligent love affair—perhaps with a nice bank account attached.
