We have been experimenting with our Fashion 101 modules on Color around here and have been very fortunate to have some of you partake in these challenges as well. We love being inspired by our readers and have loved receiving your submissions to our CFP. Here is a selection of the wonderful outfits created by you, putting our color theory into practice:
Neutrals:
While here at Academichic Central we are struggling to beat the heat with cool neutrals, our lone all-neutrals submission came from a far away reader in a winter climate. We love how Missy P made her winter white really pop by pairing it with layers of rich brown form head to toe.
Neutrals with a Pop:
We are all jealous of Missy P’s beautiful coat collection, particularly this striking red wool coat which provides the perfect pop in a mix of cozy neutrals. What a great way to add some color to a dreary winter day!
In Dawn’s own words: “I decided to mix navy, black & cream with red, and felt fabulous breaking one of the central commandments of style!” We adore this fabulous example of why some rules are just meant to be broken!
Two-Thirds of a Triad:
This beautiful predominately neutral look – made extra special with the addition of two pops of color – is a perfect example of the two thirds rule- Esstea explains: “I love how just those two little bursts of color played off each other and made the neutral charcoals and blacks look zippier.” We couldn’t agree more!
We also love this take on the two-thirds rule: Pairing the brightest pink in her closet (red) with her darkest navy denim (blue), Esstea creates yet another stunning color combo. Very chic!
Water Girl put together a two thirds of red-blue-yellow triad, writing: ”I love blue and red together, but always struggle with making sure I don’t look like a 4th of July firecracker”. Well no problem here! This belted jacket and pretty skirt combo are nothing if not chic and put-together!
Krissie’s take on the blue-yellow-red triad combined blue and yellow in this elegant professional look. Taking her cue from A’s DIY flower and ribbon belt, she finished off this ensemble with her own version in rich brown hues.
Complimentary Colors:
Orange and blue, complimentary colors often sported by both S. and E., seemed to be by far the most popular complimentary color submission. Here Krissie is employing the little trick of letting a pattern do the color mixing work for you with this beautiful abstract print skirt.
Redcactusflower was inspired by E.’s recent orange and blue outfit to wear a color combination she wouldn’t normally try. We love the sleek look of this ensemble with the structured tan skirt and the unexpected burst of orange from this gorgeous bauble necklace.
Clare’s casual version of a blue and orange complimentary look is bold and summery. We love the slight variation on the ‘true’ colors with her choice of red-orange and blue-green and we’re also mighty impressed by how not even an arm cast can dim her sense of style! Rock on, Clare!
Jessica took a different approach to the same red-green complimentary color combination by pairing a pink top with a mint green floral skirt. The delicate beaded necklace of pinks, browns, and greens brings this entire outfit seamlessly together.
Thank you, all, for your wonderful submissions! We’ve really enjoyed being inspired by you and hope that our readers will find equal enjoyment in perusing these beautiful pictures and stunning color combinations.
How fun to see such diverse and creative takes on the color review unit! Well done, ladies.
Woohoo yay! I’m so honoured to be included, and I will now go and peruse the flickr sets of all those gorgeous stylish colour-rockin’ ladies!
The color reviews have been so helpful (although this week I’ve slipped back into my monochromatic and neutral ways – I blame the heat), and seeing these different takes on color is also very inspirational. It all makes me look forward to enhancing my closet with select colors this autumn. I’m also super-honored to be included in the mix – thank you!
Great post! All these ladies look lovely!
Thanks so much for featuring me among all these sharp-dressed ladies – you have really made my day!
Thank you for featuring me alongside all these chic ladies!
Thanks so much! I’m honored to be here among such well-dressed women.
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