When you’re bored with the same old wardrobe choices, it can be hard to know what to do next with your look. One great style tip is pairing neutrals with a pop of color. This is ideal because it allows you to highlight one area or piece and is a modern way of wearing a bright color that you may not always feel totally comfortable with. For instance, if you want to wear hot pink, you may not feel comfortable wearing a brightly colored top, but you can pair hot pink shoes with a pair of khaki pants and a black top and that little injection of color will work beautifully without being too loud.
Why Limit Brights?
Limiting the amount of bright colors in one outfit is important for a lot of people because the brightness can attract a lot of attention—and sometimes, you don’t want a lot of attention. For instance, a look that is great for going out with your girlfriends is not going to work the same in a client meeting. Limiting brights is a way of being playful with your wardrobe while still participating in hot fashion trends. This way, you can accessorize an otherwise muted outfit and really wow people. It draws attention to the colored accessory and will make the whole look more visually striking.
Ideas for Wearing Color
If you need ideas for how to wear color, there are plenty of fashion magazines that can tell you how to pair different colors with neutrals like black, brown, gray, khaki, and even blue. One easy way to dip your toe into wearing more color, especially if you are very shy, is to start small with a bright shoe. Shoes are versatile and you’ll be able to wear them with more than one thing, so you can get a lot of use out of a bright shoe. Once you are comfortable showing a little bit of color on your feet, swap your shoes back to a neutral and pick a brightly colored skirt or top to wear. If you want to only add a tiny bit of color, choose that shade in a lipstick or nail polish. Get comfortable with wearing bright colors with neutrals and you’ll have no problem putting together a gorgeous outfit!
