How to Wear Color All Over and Not Look Like A Clown

I love love love color, but I know it scares some people. Color can be absolutely wonderful or it can go terribly wrong. The key is to make it look intentional, and to not go over board with your accessories. You have endless options when color blocking or pairing bright colors on top and bottom. Also, how many of you are feeling like me right now and REALLY want the outfit I put together below?



The key to not looking like a clown is to make your color bold but simple. These colbolt blue khakis from Gap are actually very simple even though they make a very bold color statement. They are also a great casual look but can be dressed up as well. If you have really short legs, roll them up a little higher than they are on the model. If you have long legs, then rock the longer length. The brown/orange belt on these is really great too, it just pops with the color. You can pair these pants with a bright colored shirt like the one we have here, or you could go super simple and pair it with a white t-shirt or button up.

I love deeply saturated blues and tangerine orange together. This Anthropologie loose T is a great fit with these pants. The color is bold and bright but not a hot mess of neon. The stripes in the shirt also help to soften the brightness of the orange. However, if you are brave you could totally wear a solid orange shirt and these pants (color blocking! it's big right now).

When you are wearing bold colors keep your accessories simple! Keep them neutral and not attention catching. Your outfit itself is the statement so keep your accessories in the background. As for shoes, I really like the shoes in the picture actually! The oxfords are simple but look put together. You could also pair this with simple leather sandals or brown ballet flats.

See, color isn't scary! Embrace it, love it, wear it. Ok? Thanks.