Wednesday, June 25, 2014

6 Rules for Adding More Color to Your Wardrobe

6 Rules for Adding More Color to Your Wardrobe

Be more colorful!

Love 'em or fear 'em, here are five ways to wear the boldest hues. If you're...

Color Phobic
Closet packed with nothing but neutrals? Start small: Pair a neon bauble with your "quiet" basics.

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Harvey Faircloth tank, $125, at Dress Circle, 412-681-7799; Denim & Supply Ralph Lauren shorts, $69.50, denimandsupply.com; Venessa Arizaga bracelet, $140, venessaarizaga.com; Amrita Singh necklace, $50, amritasingh.com

Color Curious
When you're ready for a larger dose, try one solid vivid piece—it will look brilliant against blue denim or white.

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Michael Stars T-shirt, $68, michaelstars.com; Elizabeth and James skirt, $265, intermixonline.com

Color Explorer
Looking to make a stronger statement? Playing with tones in the same color family shows the world you're no shrinking violet.

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Alternative T-shirt, $56, alternativeapparel.com; MICHAEL Michael Kors shorts, $69.50, michaelkors.com for select stores

Color Lover
Put together two bright pieces of the same color and saturation, and expect some fireworks.

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Bisou Bisou top, $36, jcpenney.com; United Colors of Benetton jeans, $49.50, 212-223-6250

Color Daredevil
Not for novices: donning contrasting brights, which calls for color-wheel expertise.

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United Colors of Benetton top, $44.50, 212-223-6250; Celebrity Pink skirt, $34, macys.com

Keep It In Neutral
Juicy-colored clothes naturally headline an outfit; nude accessories make an excellent supporting cast.

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ZAC Zac Posen bag, $225, shopbop.com; Banana Republic wedges, $89, bananarepublic.com; Cocobelle sandals, $128, at Shop Pray Love, 732-807-3934; Rebecca Minkoff satchel, $325, 866-838-6991 for info

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