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Color Me Happy

By , 04/17/2011

{Blouse, Skirt & Blazer: Zara, Shoes: Manolo Blahnik, Clutch: Balenciaga, Necklace: Cara NY via Gilt Groupe, Watch: TKO via Gilt Groupe, Bracelets: Stella & Dot}

As I am sure you are all well aware, color-blocking is probably the most talked about trend of the season.  I have been anxious to interpret the trend myself and what better place to debut the look than Lincoln Center where the trends are originally launched by the designer’s themselves.

Although this trend is all over the runways and fashion magazines (see Katy Perry on the cover of Elle), it hasn’t been adopted by the masses yet.  This is probably because it does require a little bravery to pull off.

Here are a few tips to help you confidently wear this trend:
-Choose colors on opposite ends of the color wheel like the pink and green I selected.  If you aren’t confident picking the color combination yourself, refer to the experts; Gucci: orange, purple and green or Jill Sander: pink, yellow and green.

-Ease into the tread by going tonal (two different shades of the same color) like Dian Von Furstenberg did with lime and kelly green.

-Two pieces will get the job done, but three is even better!

-The color closest to your face should be a flattering shade for your skin tone.

-Keep your hair and make-up simple and your accessories neutral (like my white bag and necklace).

-Try breaking up the colorful separates with a metallic belt.

I hope you are now feeling inspired to rock this trend yourself!  For more inspiration on color-blocking, check out Bloggers Do It Better.

Until next time,
SCITC

70 Responses to “Color Me Happy”

    • sweetcaroline

      Thank you Elizabeth! I am so glad you commented on this because I didn’t know you had a blog. I need all the help in the kitchen I can get so I will be checking out your recipes! Hope all is well with you! XOXO

      Reply
  3. Lu'Ann Hart

    Caroline, I love your Blog and this post especially! You look absolutley so gorgeous. You should be on the runway!!!

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  4. Lynzy

    I just found your blog through Kristina’s twitter! I absolutely love this color blocking outfit! I have searched my Zara for that blazer and even had one of my other friends check NYC for it! No luck! :(
    xo Lynzy

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    • sweetcaroline

      Hi Lynzy!

      Gotta love twitter! I am so glad I found your blog as well. Love the pink and orange combo and the socks and sandals make it so transitional for this time of the year, well done!!! I had to go to two different Zaras, but finally got my hands on it and I am in LOVE! I hope your luck turns around. :)

      XOXO,
      SC

      Reply
  5. doc starr

    awesome color combo! you look really well put together and the pieces look very clean and refined.

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    • sweetcaroline

      Hi Lizzy,

      I am having the same problem at Zara these days – I could spend a fortune! Thanks for sharing your blog as well!

      Best,
      SC

      Reply
  7. Maria Palma

    Hi Caroline!

    I love, love the blazer. It’s too bad we don’t have a Zara here in San Diego :( I’m still not brave enough to go with 3 colors, but you have inspired me to try it out at least one time this spring. Fashion is supposed to be fun, right?!

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  8. Anna

    I love your color combinations blue matches perfectly with green and pink matches with both! you are right that accessories must have neutral tones (especially when you chose 3 colors to colorblock)!

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    • sweetcaroline

      Hi Anna,

      I am glad you like the colors together. I had fun playing with all of the solids trying to pick the best shades.

      Thanks for stopping by!
      SC

      Reply
  9. Norlin

    Wow!!! LOVE your outfit! You’ve put the different bold colours very nicely together!! AND pulled it off very well too!

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    • sweetcaroline

      Thank you, Norlin! It has been so fun finding new blogs through all the great entries. I hope you had as much fun as I did with it!

      Reply
  10. Nnenna

    Three bold colorful pieces that go well together! I am so impressed! That blazer is so awesome :D

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  13. Fashnlvr

    I absolutely adore your shoes and handbag – total WOW! That is a very cool blazer – the buttons are fabulous. You nailed the Gucci inspiration on the head!

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  14. Rocquelle

    I LOVE the color story you’ve created! I have to agree that 3 colors are better than 2 when color blocking, but two are great too! ;-) You look AMAZING!

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    • sweetcaroline

      Hi Rocquelle!

      Yes, two are fabulous as well! I am sure will be spoting both this spring because I am loving the bright colors!

      XO,
      SCITC

      Reply
  15. Jessica

    I LOVE this outfit, especially the blazer! The hot pink and gold screams modern elegance.

    Reply
  16. Kasey

    I found your page from the bloggers do it better challenge. You look great. My favorite element to your look isn’t even really the color blocking (though you do it well) I really love how you paired a structure blazer and the lady-like strappy sandals! Very pretty.

    http://bit.ly/i4vnuF

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    • sweetcaroline

      Hi Kasey!

      I love your post as welll! Your Zara skirts with the pleats is adorable. They have too much cute stuff this season!

      XO,
      SCITC

      Reply
  17. Vivian

    Hi Caroline! Just found your blog through the links! LOVE your bold color blocking outfit… it makes me think I definitely need to invest in some bright solids!

    Reply
  18. caitlin

    i just found your blog through bloggers do it better and LOVE your colorful combo! such a great mix of bold colors!

    Reply
    • sweetcaroline

      Thanks Caitlin!

      I have loved finding new sites from BDIB! I love your mixed prints post – too cute!

      XO,
      SCITC

      Reply
  19. Katou

    I love this trend and you did an amazing job, this outfit is so classy and feminine!!!

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  21. Eboni Ife'

    Very nice! I just bought a fuchsia blazer this weekend. I am going to save this as inspiration to keep the color blocking party going. (I just need to find a bright skirt!)

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  22. Marissa

    Visiting from the BDIB project! Loved your take on the colorblocking; your tips were fantastic for all of us, even if we aren’t afraid to color block! The three colors you’re wearing are amongst my favorites for spring, too.

    XO
    Marissa

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    • sweetcaroline

      Hi Marissa!

      Thanks for stopping by! I checked out your site and I am really jealous you get to shop the open box sale – that is A-MAZ-ING! The black romper and orange necklace is to die for!

      XO,
      SCITC

      Reply
  24. Denise

    Love the blazer and color combos…cute cute..ready for Easter!

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  25. Michelle

    love these colors together! Wouldn’t have thought they went, but the effect is gorgeous!

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    • sweetcaroline

      Thanks Michelle!

      I love all the ways your wore the stripes. I love when you buy a great staple item that you can work into your wardrobe so many different ways.

      XO,
      SCITC

      Reply
  26. Erika Sheffer

    This has got to be one of my favorite looks of the BDIB “assignment”! You are rocking all of these colors. I had so much fun, can’t wait for the next one.

    Love your blog! So glad PSS led me here :)

    Xo,
    Erika

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    • sweetcaroline

      Hi Erika!

      I am so excited that BDIB exposed so many new blogs to all of us! Keep up the great post!

      XO,
      SCITC

      Reply
  27. hurricanekerrie

    Found your look at the Bloggers do it better site… Lovin’ it all the way. I especially love the way you accessorized perfectly that nothing competed with the colorblocked outfit. This pink blazer is adorbs!

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  29. Jessica

    Came across your blog throught Bloggers Do It Better and not only do I love you take on colour blocking but I’m really enjoying the rest of your blog as well. I’m a huge fan of Gilt and since moving out of the US I have gone through serious withdrawal, I miss those brown boxes showing up on my doorstep!

    http://www.westmountfashionista.com

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  30. sweetcaroline

    Thank you Jessica!

    Your site is great. I am so glad BDIB has brought us all together. And, I love that you are a fan of Gilt. Hopefully, we will get international shipping soon. :)

    XO,
    SCITC

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    • sweetcaroline

      Thank you Shasie! I have loved seeing everyone’s take on color-blocking! I hope you had as much fun with it as I did!

      XOXO,
      SCITC

      Reply
  33. Mamaw and Papaw

    We just looked at your pictures and videos..you just as beautiful as ever and we miss you sooo much
    Love Mamaw

    Reply
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