At the beginning of this year I set a few different style challenges for myself, one of them being to wear more color. Incorporating color into your wardrobe can seem daunting when you generally stick to neutrals, but your neutral palette is actually the perfect way to add colors to a look. The easiest way to introduce color into your wardrobe is simply by adding one garment of color, like this olive coat, to your outfit. This pop of color strategy is effective because it allows you to experiment in order to:
- Find colors that work for your skin tone and with your wardrobe
- Choose where you like to add a pop of color
Some people like to use accessories like a purse, hat or shoes, while others like to layer with an unexpected color. The key when adding a pop of color is to make sure it compliments your overall look. For example, since my dress has a bold pattern on it I chose this olive coat which is a more neutral to add color without competing with the dress. To bring the look together stick with neutral accessories so that your outfit doesn’t appear too busy. Before you leave, check yourself over once in the mirror and make sure you love what you see because that’s the most important part of style. See how you can turn a shirt dress into a mini dress.
Comment below and tell me: Do you struggle wearing color and if so why?
Photos by Shanta Mac
Forever 21 Hat & Boots (similar hat & boots)|Nasty Gal Coat|Target Dress (similar dress)|Marshall’s Purse (similar purse)
Such a great coat! love this outfit.
Thanks Amy, a coat is such a great way to incorporate some color into your look during the colder months!
Love that Nasty Gal coat! They have the best stuff!
love from San Francisco,
Britt+Whit
I have a love hate relationship with Nasty Gal honestly, they have great stuff but I feel like some of it is over-priced for the quality. Hope the weather is better in San Fran for the holidays than it is here.
love the color of the coat! beautiful
Irene
http://www.thedailylace.com
Olive is such a great color, especially for fall and winter. Thanks for stopping by and sharing Irene.
This outfit is totally speaking my language. I love anything black and white, midi length, and OTK boots. Your olive coat is the perfect pairing.
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Great minds think alike, glad you liked the look Amy.
I try to challenge myself with more color too! I find it so hard to not always want to be wearing blacks, greys and other neutrals. Love this look. Your olive coat is gorgeous and absolutely goes with your coloring!
xx, Elise
http://www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com
I agree Elise adding color can be overwhelming at first, but I find adding semi-neutral colors like navy and olive makes it so much easier since they are just as versatile as neutrals.
You make olive look good!
Lexi
lifeloveandmedicine.com
Thanks Lexi, it’s quickly becoming one of my favorite colors along with navy.
Cute! I love the color palette. I’ve been so into olive lately.
Thanks so much or linking up with Friday Favorites! Hope you have an amazing week ahead of you!
Christie
The Closet by Christie
Christie I know how you feel, I’ve been having a navy obsession myself. Thanks for hosting your Link Up and happy holidays!