One of the season's hottest pastels is pretty lilac. The hue is not just popping up at the moment because lilacs are in season. It's everywhere from fashion and apparel to home design to makeup and beauty.

From left to right: Soap, Caswell & Massey; Eye shadow, Bare Essentials at Sephora.com; Chair, Target; Scarf, H&M; Tote, Foley & Corinna at Piperlime.com