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Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Ways to Wear Color

If I had a dollar for every time I heard, "I can't or don't wear color", I'd be a very wealthy women wearing very expensive shoes.  But since dollar bills are not being tossed in my direction (now that I think about it  - that would put me in more of the stripper profession), I'll give you a few quick tips on how to wear color in your everyday life.

1.  Tone on Tone
Pick a color and build your outfit from that family.


A bluesy affair 
Photo courtesy of The Gap


Warm coral hues with a pop of yellow
Photo courtesy of The Gap


2.  Pop of Color
Make a statement using color as your focal point.  Could be colored denim or shorts.  Or choose an accessory to add color to your outfit.


Her maxi skirt makes a great color statement.
Photo courtesy of blogger See Jane


Pop of yellow
Photo courtesy of blogger stylewithinreach


Bright pants and stripes

3. Color block
Remember this post?  The simple solution is to choose 1 or 2 contrasting hues so you don't look like you got dressed in the dark.  Take the guess work out by buying one that is already designed for you.


Color block maxi 


Create a contrast with accessories like the belt and shoes.
Photo Courtesy of Old Navy


Green and blue color block
Photo Courtesy of Kendi Everyday


Yellow and blue color block with a pop of neon
Photo Courtesy of Pink Peonies


What is your favorite way to wear color?