5 ways to wear clashing color
Bold and bright color is the flavor of the season, and such is its appeal that even those who prefer a neutral palette will find it hard to resist the rainbow of Pantone hues. The way to wear them right now? Mix and match in unexpected, clashing combinations. Here's how…
As workwear
The best way to stand out in the office is with statement-making color. Keep things work-appropriate with tailored pieces and, if you’re nervous, stick to a neutral dress and add a bright coat or jacket that you can slip off if required. Add some barely-there kitten heels, a clashing clutch and some playful accessories to up the impact.
For cocktails
When it comes to after-dark dressing, you want to balance the eye-catching with the elegant. Look for simple shapes in show-stopping colors, like this dress from Rosetta Getty, and style with color-block classics: strappy sandals and a classic clutch by Bottega Veneta are perfectly chic finishing touches.
Inspired by the ’80s
The 1980s power-dressing trend is going strong and satisfying all our boss-lady fantasies. For a modern take, try some cycling shorts for summer and pair them with a bold-shouldered blazer. Add some skyscraper heels in a brilliant bright tone and the perfect statement earrings.
On vacation
Anything goes when it comes to your vacation wardrobe, so you can afford to throw on every color in the rainbow. Reach for a sunset-shade bikini and add block-color skirt and technicolor flats. Finish with a wear-with-everything basket bag to give your look a grown-up finish.
Off-duty
Sprinkle some energy into you every-day outfits by switching your play-it-safe classics for something that pops. Look for sweaters, T-shirts and jackets in jewel tones which are just as effortless to style as their understated counterparts; simply add jeans and a pair of oversized sneakers.