Colorblocking seems to be all the rage this season with clothing, shoes, and accessories. It can be tricky to put together an entire colorblocked outfit, but overall it is pretty simple. All you need are a few pointers for a full proof look.
1. Power of 3.
Group your colors into no more than 3 or you'll look like a hot mess. Start with something as simple as black and white and then add a pop of color. J.Crew has this done perfectly for you in the outfit below.
2. Take out the guess work!
Make your life easy by buying a dress or top that is already designed for you. The dress below from New York & Co is a great outfit for a holiday party.
Wear the lace trim tank with a sweater and jeans for a more casual look.
Pop a colored or printed scarf with this sweater for a little something extra.
3. Keep it simple
As with anything in fashion - less is more. You don't have to get too tricky so go for a sweater with wide stripes and wear with your favorite jeans.
4. Go Tonal
When in doubt choose colors in the same family. Red and pink, navy and royal blue, olive green and lime - think of colors as "cousins" and pair them together. You can also look at a color wheel like the one below to choose complimentary or analogous (think family) colors.
Photo courtesy of Corporate Fashionista
Check out her rules for mastering color-blocking
Here is an outfit gone tonal by fashion blogger, Kendi Skeen.
5. Choose Accessories
If all of this is too much to think about - then pick a fun handbag or pair of shoes. You can make a plain outfit look fabulous in an instant by some popping color into your look.
Fossil "foldover" hobo - $258
Will you try this trend and if so, how will you color block this season?
Happy Shopping!
