Alright ladies, so I’ve mentioned the term “color blocking” a few times on my blog and got a few requests for more details. Here’s my little rundown of how to color block. I’ll spare you all the dry history behind it and cut to the chase.
Color blocking is just that, wearing blocks of colors. For the most part this is what we do anyways when we dress, but Spring 11 “color blocking” is an exaggerated version. To get the color blocking look you want to go for bright and bold colors. There are some rules to follow, however, and here they are:
LOUDER THE BETTER: If there’s never been a better time to wear loud pops of color, it’s now. Take advantage of the opportunity to be loud for no reason and still be fabulous.
CLASHY ATTIRE ONLY: Don’t be afraid to clash. We’re so used to the same coordinating colors but try pink and red. Try navy and black. If you’re hesitant, you can always stick to the old faithful complementary color wheel (see below). That thing is fail proof.
K.I.S.S.: Keep It Simple Sister! This look will look best with neutral accessories. Grey is the new neutral tone. Grey belts, shoes, accessories will compliment your outfit nicely.
THREE’S THE CHARM: Stick to 2 or 3 colors max. Anymore than that and you’re borderline rubik’s cube. No bueno. I’d go for 3. It makes for a more interesting outfit.
If you’ve never used a color wheel before, don’t worry. All you need to know is how to draw a line straight through the middle of the wheel from one side to the other. This is how you identify which colors traditionally compliment each other.
So, for example, you decide that today’s the perfect day to get your color block on. You have a the perfect pair of red (C) skinny jeans and you’re not sure what top to wear. If you have a blue (F#) top…yes denim counts as blue…you’re in luck and this is the easy way to accomplish a color blocking look. Throw on a some grey accessories…jacket, shoes, hardware, and you’re good to go.
Below are a few examples of very exaggerated color blocking for your enjoyment.
See, I promised it would be short and sweet. Here are some of my color blocking experiments, here, here, here and here. I’d love to see what you come up with!
Related Articles
- Color wheel? No. More like color mess! (missdisfigured.wordpress.com)
- A Closer Look at Complementary Colors www.segmation.com (segmation.wordpress.com)
- Color Theory Made Easy (education.com)
FASHION du jour 
I wear pink top,blue jeans and yellow sandal. Is it ok like dat?
Hi I want to wear a black and white top with a black skirt would a red flat shoe and a red necklace match ? Thanx
Hi i have a daughter,she is brown and she has a good body normally she fits in everthing,i have bought a short dress,cream in colour and its sleeve less and i what her to wear with a tight,but i dont know which colour of top and tight could match the dress because i what her to look cute and unique please
Try an opaque tight in black with a black top.
Hi i have a daughter,she is brown and she has a good body normally she fits in everthing,i have bought a short dress,cream in and its sleeve less and i what her to wear with a tight,but i dont know which colour of top and tight could match the dress because i what her to look cute and unique please
Hi I would like to ask if what nail polish would match my outfit? I’m wearing neon yellow top, black skirt, gold wedge shoes, gold accessories (bracelet and earrings-with a hint of neon yellow). Also, is this a good combo? Thank you in advance 🙂
HOT PINK would be really cute!
I bought a royal blue dress for a party and decided to wear a kinda brown nude sandals with it and a nude bead necklace with a pink purse.i want your opinion on it. Is it a good choice or not?
I would not do the pink purse. Stick to black or nude purse
hi. I have a brown dress with black flower prints . Which color shoes and fascinator will suit me?
black would be best for both.
I have a short red flair gown.. Was thinking if a yellow blazer would go with it and a nude colour shoes. What do think? Thanks
Yellow would be very bold. You may want to tone it down with black or a dark color.
hi, love this so much. am wearing a knee length hot pink skirt and have a cream jacket i don’t know what to wear as an inner top, anything other than red, and what color of shoes and jewelry do you suggest thanks
Leopard print top and black shoes is good. You can also do bright orange with nude shoes. black and creame top with black shoes. I would do gold jewelry.
I am mother of the groom for wedding next year… I am wearing a fuschia colored dress with a big of gold in a half belt on the waistline… What color shoes do I wear and what accessories? TIA
Hi Cath! I suggest gold shoe with matching gold accesories.
Hi I will b matriculating by next month and will like to wear black gown below the knee but don’t want to use red as a combo what colour do u think I could use I’m dark in complexion and fat & hippy tnx
CONGRATULATIONS GIRL! Since it’s fall you can pair it with cream and browns or leopard prints. You can also try yellows, orange colors.
I’m wearing a olive green tank dress with a nude heel. What color blazer should I wear and what color accessories? Thank you.
Gold accessories. If you have a leopard print blazer, white or nude.
Thank you!
Hi! I am one of the primary sponsors in a wedding and will be wearing purple gown.. I wonder what color of shoes and purse can match if i will be wearing white gold dangling earrings and ring.. Thanks..
If you can find silver shoes and purse that would be perfect.
For a change of shoe color, Can i wear red shoes, with white gold earrings and ring?
I would do black shoes.
I have royal blue, orange and white high top puma sneakers I would like to know what to wear with them
Depending on the occasion, skinny jeans, a white button down shirt with silver jewelry. The key is to accessorize with jewelry and handbag. Keep your outfit (top and bottom) simple.
I have a black one piece lingerie with a little bit of cream in it. What color jeans should I wear ? It’s a night out with the girls
black skinny jeans with a slit in the knee and tall black stiletto heels
Should I wear black or denim skinny jeans
denim. medium wash.
What color bag to wear
nude or black
Thanks again
Thanks
Hi, I have a black skirt with 2 broad white stripes on either side (like color blocking). What color top and shoes should I wear? All my black tops are not the same black as in the skirt. I was think a red top? thanks for your help.
Red would work great but a denim button down top would work too.
Hi there, I’m going to a wedding reception next weekend and I’m wearing a burnt orange swing dress and not sure what color or style shoe to wear with it. I was thinking of teal or nude colored shoes although I would prefer teal. But in what shade? Darker or lighter for the real or nude? And what color purse? I have pics but don’t know how to attach them.
Hi Daisy! Nude (as close to your skin tone as possible) is best. If your heart is set on teal go with a dark teal. A small patterned clutch purse would be cute, leopard perhaps.
What color of clothes to match my olive shoes please I need advice, thanks
Black goes with everything, but it depends on the occasion. Tell me more.
Hi…. am so impressed by simplicity and promptness to answering question.
my question… I have a peach-pink dress, and i need to attend a Bday party but dunno the shoe n cluch colour to use with it.
thanks
I’m sorry for the delay Shular! 😦
If it is a day party lighter colors like white and nude are good. Evening party I would go with darker shades.
Hi. Im having a work thing where i have to wear a smart casual outfit. I have a black leather pencil skirt and a red sleeveless, high neck top with laser cut in the hem (bottom on the top). I was thinking of wearing a black blazer to keep it proffesional (its also cold). With a black shoe that has a silver metal strip on it. Would adding black accessories be to much or should i have silver or another color? Your help would be very gratefully appreciated as im absolutely clueless. Thanks.
I hope my response is not too late. I would say yes to the black blazer and silver accessories would be better than black. No other colors though.
Hi, I was wondering if I could wear a cropped navy blue pant with pale pink sleeveless top. Need your help.
Hi Sassy! I would probably opt not to wear that combo. Pair the pant with white is best. Or pair the top with a nude bottom.
I have fuschia dress can i wear red heeled sandals with it?
I would say no to the red sandals. Find gold strappy heeled sandals if you can.
I have a black pinstripe jumpsuit what color shoes and clutch would look great besides red? Also i have a nude romper which color shoes(ex. teal or animal print) and clutch? Thanks!
For the jumpsuit, you can also do a royal blue, white or pink. For the romper I would do leopard print and black clutch.
I have a navy blue dress for a wedding I’m attending this Saturday and I just recently bought a gold shimmery pumps. Would that be ok or go for another color?
navy goes better with silver, but as long as you add gold jewlery that would work too.
I am wearing a red dress with a nude shoe but I don’t know what kind of accessories to wear with
gold
i have a printed maroon dress, what color of cardigan can I wear
what color is the print on the dress? Try and match the print.
i have a silver dress with a pink lace on it and idk which hijab colour is suitable for this dress can you help me?
stick to silver
A gown of Royal blue with a touch of yellow what shoe do i wear?
gold
Hey.
What colour shoes would you put with some white jeans and a khaki top?
I would do nude
I have a navy blue blazers jacket and skirt with a lilac inner but i dont know which colour of shoes will go with it
nude is best or black.
I have a red shoe and a white and black pencil jeans what colour of top can i wear with it pls?
I would try a red top. Or black top with black shoes.
Hi! I’m wearing this orange-red maxi but I’m unsure of whether I should carry a white, black or nude clutch and heels (same three colours). I was planning to get French acrylics done on my nails (hand) though I’m still unsure about what to do with my feet nails xD. Which colour do you reckon I should go with?
Thanks xx
Go with nude for shoes and clutch. For toes I would go with the same color as your dress.
I am wearing a pair of loose black pants and black singlet with orange jacket gold jewellery what shoes can I add.
go with black strappy shoes.
i have my tight navy blue dress please help mi get colours of shoes and jewelery that i can compliment it with. thanks
With navy you can pair any silvers and greys. You can also do white.
Hey I have a hot pink fushia prom dress and black heels – should I get a silver or black clutch bag?
If the gown is floor length and covers shoes go with the silver bag. If shoes can be seen go with black.
Am wearin an ofwhite gown with royal blue shoe what colour of makeup should i apply NB :i mean eyeshadow
I’m not sure about makeup. I always go for nudes.
I gat a wedding to attend,and am tinkin of wearing a long red gown with a royal blue hat,but i dont knw if i should use a blue shoe or a nude shoe on it,so please which colour of shoe should i go with
I would ditch the hat. Go with gold accessories and a gold heeled sandal. If you have to choose from blue or nude go with nude but ditch hat.
I am wearing a light pink and gold lace . What colour shoes shd I put on
Gold strappy sandals or a nude pump
Hey I was going to wear a baby blue dress with white mini bows on it, and I was also going to wear a white cardigan with it, but i’m not sure what color stockings i should wear with the baby blue and white look. Should i wear skin color stockings or white stockings? if not any, do you have any other suggestions?
I would opt out of stockings. If you must, go with nude.
I was wondering, i have this particular dress ensemble for this up coming wedding and the colors are mixed in black and brown but wanted to do something a little bit bold for shoe and clutch. I was thinking maybe red but thought maybe too much…Starter on the color blocking scene. .Please help. ..
Gold would be a great add.
Hi! I would like to ask your opinion. I will attend a wedding, I don’t want to buy anymore clothes. I have white jeans, long-sleeve floral pink blouse (I’d rather fold it to 3/4), nude shoes/belt, and red clutch bag (crocodile pattern). Is it just fine?
Ditch the red bag. Go with nude bag or if you have a gold or silver tone bag that would be better.
thank you!
Can I combine black t-shirt + denim mini skirt + black high heels with silver jewels (necklace + earrings) for clubbing?
Yes you can wear that. You might want to stretch the neck opening of the t-shirt to make it an off the shoulder look.
I have a black maxi high low top and I have a pair of black front ripped leggings. What color tank top I can wear under the black high low top that will make the top POP with my pewter color sandal?
to bring out the shoes, go with a black top underneath
Pls I have a milk blazers. And a shawty blue high waste trouser buh I dnt knw weda to pair t wit pink shoe and pink bag..
yes if those are all solid colors.
Hi, I have this black and white rose printed dress to go with nude heels. I wonder what color of clutch bag and fascinator should i get? Should I go for gold jewellery with that?
Red would go well.
Hi bought lime dress and shoes for beach wedding would fuchsia bag and fascinated go with and what jewelry
Yes a fuchsia bag would work. You may want to tone down the color by adding white instead of pink. Silver jewelry would go well.
Hey!! I’m attending my cousin’s wedding and wearing this orange maxi dress (a deep orange – red). Was just wondering for the shoes and clutch – nude or black? [I’m planning on bold eye make up – black, and like a bronzer/ nude lipstick with pink gloss for shine. Oh and I have dark brown hair with a blonde ombre if that affects it)
sounds like a daytime wedding so go with nude. If it’s night go with black.
i have a pattern blue pencil skirt, can i wear a chiffon green top with black court shoe n black bag
yes but i suggest not adding anymore colors. use gold accessories
Hi im planning on wearing a black and white chevron kimono with light blue jeggings and nude flats and a white shirt would this look right?
Yes this sounds like a great combo. Black shoes would be better but nude is ok
Hi!
I have a yellow dress and a navy blue blazer with gold buttons but I’m not sure on what colour of heels to use. Any suggestions?
I’m using it for a formal day event.
nude is best. or strappy gold
heyy..ive got a mint green and gold maxi dress..hav to go to an annual dinner at my university..i dont know what colour heels i should wear..im thinking of red or nude pencil heels…but not sure..:(
nude is best
Hi, i’m wearing a tight green dress that goes a bit lower than my knees, would burgundy heals match?
Thanks!
are they both solid? if so yes! add gold accessories.
I have camel colored high waisted pants. How would a nude (paler than the pants) heel go with them?
Are you doing nude from top o bottom? If not you’ll want a shoe that is darker than your pant.
I have a wine skirt nd orange roundneck with black sandal, is it okay ?
I like the top and skirt. Maybe choose different sandals, gold or nude.
I have a yellow and white dress and I was thinking of pairing it with orange and pink shoe.I was wondering if it would match for an awards dinner
Pick a different shoes. The mix of colors would clash. Try to stick to a max of three colors.
I have a black and white rose printed dress and I was wondering if silver sandal like heels with diamonties on the bottom front part of your foot. Can that go together or shall I just wear black shoes with tights or something
the silver will work!
I’m wearing gold sandles for a May wedding on beach front property , I’m going bohemian look , I have a gold purse , does it matter that my purse is just a tad brighter gold than my sandles ,
no thats fine
what top can I pair with a purple pencil skirt??I have a white plain button-down skirt but I feel that it is too much formal. I don’t like wearing a sleeveless because i’m too skinny. Thank you very much!
You can pair the pencil skirt with a black top or even a turquiose.
Hi, I’m wearing a coral dress for Vday this saturday for dinner. Can I wear a pink heels with it? I live in Chicago by the way so its winter. The dress has short sleeves plunging neck line and its a tulip style above the knee dress. Im also planning to wear a white with baby pink kimono over it. My shoes is also baby rosey pink color. Would that work? Pls advice. Thanks
I would suggest a nude heel. Too much pink can give a little girl feel. Know what I mean? Be careful with the kimono. If it doesn’t sit just right it could be unflattering. Have fun!!
Or maybe I can wear a black kimono style shawl instead and black wedge shoes (the wedge part is nude beige color but the strap is black). The dress has short sleeves.
Here’s a picture of the dress:
http://www.nastygal.com/product/nasty-gal-between-the-pleats-dress
And here’s a picture of the black kimono:
http://www.nastygal.com/product/crash-and-burnout-velvet-fringe-kimono
Yes that would work too
Hello! My family is planning my grandmother an suprise party. It is semi formal. My dress is solid red with an V cut in the front and flower lace designed in the back. Will gold or ivory pumps go? Do I wear gold or pearl pendant necklace, since dress made V cut?
Please Advise me.
Thank you!
Gold everything is best.
i have a blue and beige based leopard print dress . What color boots should i wear? and if tights are worn, what color?? there are slight hints of black in dress but mostly blues.
black tights and black ankle booties. Or a solid color strappy heel or pump in one of the blue tones.
Hi! What colour/s (top, heels, bag, accessories) would you recommend to pair with a white pencil skirt for a colour block look? Ugh really need help, thanks!
Depending on where you are going you can do a denim top and any color shoes. Your bag should match the shoes.
I have a light pink top I’m wearing with a below the knee length silver lace skirt, accessorizing it with a thin gold belt but I don’t know what shoes to get to wear with it. What type and color shoe would you recommend?
i would recommend a nude heel…i’d also ditch the gold belt for a printed belt like leopard. sounds like a cute look!
Hi i have girls party coming up…..so i have pair of skinny jeans in black and electric blue, off white short dress blazer and pair of electric blue coat shoes ( medium heel) & clutch…..any suggestions for top to go with it? And please advice what jeans should i chose?
go with the black jeans. A black and white top would look nice in stripes or another print.
i have a white pair of brogues was thinking of pairing it with blue jeans and a light green top(maybe a black blazer or a brown one?) what do you tink?
Sounds very cute! I’d pair with the brown blazer.
I dont have any other leopard items
Im wearing a fuschia cocktail dress for my bday. Can I pair it with a black with leopard print platform sandals?
That sounds cute. You might want to add matching leopard somewhere else as well like a clutch purse, earrings or nails. Happy Birthday!
I dont think I have any other leopard items except the shoes :(. I have a brown LV bag. Would wearing a fuschia heels be too much? Thanks for the greetings.
It may be too much to do the fuschia shoes. If you do wear fuschia shoes make sure your accessories are black.
How about this shoes:
Since I’ll be wearing this hair clip:
http://www.nastygal.com/product/bando-pouf-hair-clip-and-brooch
Very cute!
I am going to a night out , I am wearing navy leggings and lime green long top what colour bag, shoes etc should I wear
Hi. Would a red peplum top, black skinny jeans and nude pumps go well together? I have had this outfit on my head for days and can’t seem to decide if it goes well with each other or not. Plus, what color/kind of bag should I use? And accessories? So hard being a lady lol
Yes, that would work together beautifully! If you have black accessories that would work nicely. I wouldn’t do red though.
Hi 🙂 Going to one of my first ever weddings this summer, and I’m not great at coordinating outfits… I bought this dress: http://www.kinglouie.nl/en/dames/jurken/wrap-dress-milano-uni-41/jet-blue/ and I was wondering what colour and kind of shoes I should match it with. Since it’s a summer wedding, I was thinking of either going bold (hot pink?) or classy, since the dress is simple and elegant. Please help! (I’m not very experienced with makeup either, so any recommendations would be greatly appreciated)
Hey Elwie! Cute dress! If it’s an evening wedding I would go with a nude pump and glam makeup like a red lip. If it’s a day wedding I’d go with a strappy gold heel sandal and sunkissed makeup. Have fun!
Thank you so much! It’s a day wedding. Hopefully I find some nice sandals! If not, I’ll go the nude pump route, you can find those anywhere…
i have multi color sneakers, what would be the perfect outfit?
Try all black or all white or all denim
thanks alot for the great advice!!!! i was a little iffy of what would look good
also what color clutch would you also recommend?
You can pull a color out of the sneakers.
Hi. I have this grey leopard print sweater dress and normally like wearing it with black leggings or skinny jeans and black shoes. What color accessories should i wear with it ? And what kind ? (For casual and maybe to liven it up a bit)
hot pink accessories would liven it up
i have a sky blue long sequined evening dress,i’m thinking of wearing high heeled sandals.please,what colour of sandals,clutch bag and accesories can i use with the dress
you should do nude or white
I have black top with silver color stripped linning on it tell me
Which color ov denim will look good or totally Fab with it ? Should I wear it with black pant or what ? It’s one shoulder off also.
black pants would be best. good luck
Hi I just got these tan colorblock wedges the whole shoe is tan and the bottom half about an inch is all white. Can I still wear every color with this shoe, scince tan goes with almost everything. I have a lot of bright colors like mints, corals, yellows, blues, and aqua. For example can I wear with cream off white color shorts with coral or aqua shirt, or even white top?
Yes I think you can get away with it!
I intend wearing a burgundy knee length sleeveless gown to a dinner.can I wear a black wedge shoes; that’s the only shoes I have.what accessories and make up should I wear?
Yes you can! You should do minimal gold jewelry a high bun and a deep red/burgundy lip.
Thanks. You just eased my stress
Hi what accessory can i wear for purple top,black pants and gray wedge? Thanks.
go with silver or grey accessories.
I have a petrol blue skirt and plan on wearing a light cream top….I bought some “nude” shoes but they are darker than the cream top – should I be trying to match the shoes exactly to the top or just buy a clutch to match the shoes?? Thanks!!!
The nude shoe and cream top do not need to match. They shouldn’t.
so i was wondering, would some nude wedges, jeans, a purple top and a navy purse look good? what other color tops do you think would look good with the nude wedges and the navy purse?
Hi Andrea! That might be a bit much. You may want to opt for a printed top of some kind that has navy in it to match your purse. Or, you can do a denim top.
Hello, I’m going to a formal party and wearing long dark blue dress, is it safe to accessorize with gold high heels and clutch? i’m want to wear gold jewelery with saphire stone on it, is it safe? please help asap.
yes that would be beautiful
Thanks for the reply, i feel better and at ease. Next time i want to wear this dark blue formal dress, is it too much to wear dark red high heels and clutch? And what sort of jewellery? (sorry, cancelled the reply by mistake)
I would probably stick to a nude heel and complementary clutch. If you’re hair is pinned up do long earrings. If it’s down do studs. A simple tennis bracelet and a chunky rink. Wear a simple necklace if hair is down.
I have a lovely aquamarine/electric blue velvet jacket – would burgundy tie and square go? with this – have grey bowtie and white shirt and grey brogues? Please help!!
I would suggest going with the grey bowtie, white shirt and grey brogues. What color pants?
I have a blood red sweater with black skinny jeans, would gold shoes that have crystals on them look nice. What color clutch should I wear?
YES!!!!!! And a gold or black clutch!
helo?I got a short white skirt checked with black,can I put it on with an orange top plus purple earings and black heels?please reply
Hello! Love the skirt with the orange top but stick to gold jewelry and black shoes.
Hi please I got a new pair of white ponty’s heels..I need help on the colors of outfit that will match perfectly with them. Thanks
Depends on where you’re going BUT a fail proof outfit is skinny jeans with top of any kind and a white blazer
Am wearing royal blue trousers grey top and a black and white striped jacket . Will it go .
That sounds beautiful. black shoes and if you have all black bauble jewelry that would be cute.
I am in need of HELP… I hv a green and black dress that I woukd luv to ware for my bday outing… What color shoe do I ware???? PLEASE HELP ME…
Hey Netta! You can always do nude! But a leopard print would be fabulous!
Hey so nice to find this link:-):-):-):-) its my annivesary today and thinking of rocking hot with a dress that is orange, mint and black. I dont have a black shoe:-(:-(:-( mint or orange. Would a gold or very dark slate grey work and what accesories. Please help me to wow my husband tonight. Im going short and completely out of my comfort zone:-):-):-):-):-)
How sweet! I would say yes to the gold shoe but make sure to add gold accessories as well whatever they may be. Stay away from colored accessories as it will take attention away from your dress. Have fun! Congratulations.
Thank you so much for the tip. Will do and continue giving great advance. Somebody’s gonna have to pick his jaw up from off the ground later:-):-):-):-). Bsafe out there and thanks again.
Hahaha! How funny! I hope you’ll share a picture. fashiondujourdaily@gmail.com
Hi im just checking back. Had so much fun:-):-):-):-) not only did i go for dinner but went ona short anniversary trip (was a surprise!) gyrll pictures was the last thing on my mindo_Oo_Oo_Oo_O Just got back yesterday:-):-):-) but no pics:-(:-(:-(:-( of the wicked get up. I will see if I can recreate the look and
Now that I have the site will take a pic before i leave home. Xmas dinners and functions are coming up so I will try to get a pic then. Tnx again 4 all yr help. Take care
So glad to hear it went so well. Oh good please do. How can I see them?
Hello! I’m wearing a royal blue and fuschia color block dress. Both hues are really deep and jewel toned. What color shoes should I wear? I wasn’t impressed with pairing the dress with nude shoes.
GOLD ALL THE WAY!
Hi! Is it ok to match fuschia sleeveless top with royal blue skirt? Thanks
If you add nude shoes and purse. And if both top and bottom are solid (no-print).
i have a tapico dress what color shoes can i wear to make it pop? i know gold but i want to speak loud
the whole dress is tapioca with gold studs on the top portion,,,, i was thinking gold shoes then i thought about making the dress pop like ornage blue? i dont know lost
You can totally do gold so keep that on the backburner. Hot pink is also a great color with tapioca.
ok great ! thank u… if u think oif any other colors yhe dress is on bebe and on search just type feather dress… it the one with the gold on top and sje has the long earrungs also it the only one that comes in the tapioca color
(for formal) wearing a black floor length dress, with a white blazer wondering if a mulberry coloured shoe will compliment ! was thinking gold jewellery too but its not certain yet please help!
*not floor length, probably 1.5 inches off the ground*
That sounds beautiful! Try a deep red or burgundy shoe otherwise go with gold to complement your jewelry!!!
what makeup colour options do you recommend (if you can of course) is matching the lip with the shoe colour a good option? please and thanks
Hi Emma! It depends on the shoe. Being that it’s Fall, you can do a deep burgundy lip. Or you can opt for a nude face, light lip and a dark shadowy eye.
I have a navy blue and light gray pencil skirt what color top should i wear with it?
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A cute leopard or floral top would go nice or a solid skin tone top!
There is a wedding am to attend by november and we re to wear a baby pink top and light blue trouser I was thinkin if purple or red shoes n clutch purse will
Go. What do you think
I would suggest a nude shoe and purse.
I bought a light green gown, bút not sure what color of shoe/ jacket to go with
Is it mint? If so, you can go so many ways, you can do creme jacket with gold heel if it’s a formal gown. Or if its a fun spunky gown you can do a black moto jacket and boot or a funky look.
I bought a sleeveless navy blue gown, bút i dont know if a pink jacket and a gold shoe will go, pls wat do you think?
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I would probably ditch the pink jacket. The Gold Shoe sounds great! If you MUST wear a jacket I would go with nude, creme, camel color. Then add gold jewelry to match the gold shoe.
I have a high low dark green skirt with a red half shirt or w.e will that go with a jean jacket (blue)??
Yes! That would go great! I wouldnt add any other colors.
Im wearing a navy blue gown to my formal and am not sure what colour shoes to wear?
Gold would be beautiful!
I have a aqua blue completely beaded floor length evening gown. What colour shoes should I go with?
I would go with nude or gold!
I am going to be a bridesmaid and wil be wearing an orange dress. is it oky to colour block with red shoes?
I’d personally stick to a nude or black. It’s a safer bet BUT if you want to step outside the box then yes red would work. Accent it with red nails/toes and lip with gold jewelry.
what colour can my purse be in this case were am wearing red and orange? trying to colour block without lkn lik a crown.
Hi Miss T! Go with GOLD! If you don’t have gold go with a neutral like camel, nude or you can do a leopard print.
I bought this dress for a work dinner. It’s much cuter on, anyways, I am unsure of what color shoes or jewelry. I was thinking nude, thoughts?http://pinterest.com/pin/342132902911968221/
Yes nude would work or you can do gold. Add a dash of gold jewelry
I have a sulphur colored dress, similar to the prabal gurgung for target sulphur shoes that came out not too long ago. I was thinking of wearing royal blue or hot pink shoes like J.Lo sported. Would that clash or do you have any suggestions?
Royal blue would be perfect!
I am going to be a bridesmaid and wearing a Casablanca Blue JCrew dress http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/weddingsandparties/Chiffon/PRDOVR~93100/93100.jsp which I think is royal blue. My sandals are in light gold and I think the bride is giving us necklaces with turquoise accents. I can’t decide on nail color! Please help! I was thinking coral…
First, beautiful dress! You may want to see what the bride thinks about polish. In my book, whatever the bride wants is all that matters. LOL But if you know your bride doesn’t then I’d go with a coral color. Coral is beautiful on all skin tones and I’d add a sweet baby pink lip too.
I have these suede teal wedges that I wanna wear with blue skinny jeans, white tank top,black and white striped blazer, and gold accessories. Will I be able to pull this off or is it too much?
Yes, I would say ditch the blue shoes and go with a nude pump or strappy heel. Everything else sounds brilliant
I have a cute summer dress I am wearing to a wedding in the end of July. The bottom half is a teal tweed (but a light tweed) and the top half has trippy flower designs in bright colors like pink, orange, teal, purple, and yellow. What color shoes and accessories should I wear with it?
I suggest a nude shoe so that all the attention is drawn to your dress. I would also do very simple metal jewelry like gold ring necklace and stud earrings. Or an amazing teal colored necklace. Don’t pile on the accessories.
Thank you so much. I did end up going with a nude wedge and simple gold jewelry. The wedding is this Saturday so thanks to you I will feel confident that I made the right choices. Thanks again!!
Good for you Stacey! Have fun!
I Have A Peach & Black Pokie Dot Dress With A Belt. But The Thing Is The Problem I Have Some Black /Neon Pink Wedges. Do My Shoes. GO with My Attire?
it sounds like they might clash. Anytime you are not sure what color to pair with a vibrant patterned item go with nude.
I have a Pink shoe and a black leggies and i don’t know if white crop top and a black jacket will go with it. Pls i need advise.
I would suggest the black jacket. 🙂
I have grey jeans. With a yellow layering top should i wear a turqoise, lilac, or lime green cami for under the yellow for the right look?
what color shoes are you wearing? What color accessories do you have? I would match the cami to the shoes or to your accessories,but pick one.
Just a question….I have a vibrant blue sleeveless shirt that I was going to pair with black capri length tights. Just wondering what colour shoes you suggest? would love to pair it with a pair of red shoes but not sure if it’s too broken up with the black tight. #HELP
Is the top a shirt or a dress? I always warn friends about just making sure you have proper coverage when wearing tights. Instead of red shoes I would do nude or gold sandal. Red would be a bit of a clash! Have fun!
Can you wear royal blue shirt and light grey trousers with dark gray shoes that have a bit of pink on them
Absolutely! You should
Absolutely and sprinkle some pink elsewhere like a clutch bag earrings!
I have a bright yellow silk top with a black pencil skirt….. can I wear beige snake skin shoes???
Yes absolutely!
HI, I have a long skirt ( brick color) can i wear it with a blue crop top with some gold sandals?
You sure can. Accessorize with gold as well.
Hello!! I just bought a really nice sort of A-line skirt and like the top 3/4 of the skirt is a very nice and bright pink and the lower half of the skirt is a deep purple. Its pretty simple but i was wondering what color shirt, top or cardigan to wear with it.. I was thinking a navy blue blazer or something.. would it look ok?
If you want to make this a summery look, I’d suggest adding a nude or white tube top and a cardigan around your shoulders to match the top part of the skirt. If you are looking to be more covered up, I’d say a white crew neck tee the kind that are pretty tight fitted. The navy would clash because it competes with the purple at the bottom of the skirt.
Ohhh true true.. i’ll try the white crew neck tee!! Thanks!
You’re welcome have fun!
HI,
I have some black and white vertical striped pants that I am wearing with a casual linen white blouse. I want to dress that up with a blazer and pumps. I am dark brown skin, what color should I wear to make this pop? Please help me. Thanks so much.
You could do a bold red or orange. I would stay away from blue or purple!
I have a fashion show in 2days time and the dress code is touch of purple or pink and I have got a pink tube dress bt confused of d shoe 2 wear n accessories pls I need your suggestion…
So sorry I’m late in responding. I would wear a funk strappy super high heel in a leopard print with a black blazer jacket.
I have a blue royal dress would that look good with these shoes http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/rachel-rachel-roy-shoes-miyang-pumps?ID=793348&CategoryID=57661#fn=sp%3D1%26spc%3D25%26ruleId%3D52%26slotId%3D15%26kws%3Drachel%20roy%20shoes
This is what I want to wear for my college graduation… please help 🙂
I love it! I would accent with orange bauble jewelry too!
I have a black, grey, and white stripped shirt can I wear a pair of bright green jeans, black wedges, a black blazer with the shirt.
I would say no to the green jeans and instead to white, with black wedges and blazer.
I have a white skirt and a bright pink shirt. what color of shoes should I wear?
Neutral
I’ve an abstract black and white clutch. Just wondering what I can wear with it. I’ve been trying the color blocking but black and white always throws me off.
Since it’s summer, I would go with a monochromatic outfit. So, maybe tones of coral and pink. You can also do all denim. Of course a cute solid cocktail dress would work too. I think you can pretty much getaway with anything solid colored.
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I really don’t know if I can pair my strappped beige wedge shoes with an aqua blue tube wedding dress.. It’s a long dress but it wont hide my feet once i wear shoes.. Is it okay i use my wedges? Thos are my only pair of nice shoes help
Do you have something else beige to match? If so then I say go for it.
i have a peplum top that’s white and black.it’s white at the front and black lace at the back. i’m wondering what colour skinny jeans i can wear besides gray or black. i was thinking red or baby pink. if you have any ideas,please let me know as i’ve to wear it tonight
You can do leopard, red or even royal blue!
i bought a mustard hort dress and i dont know ahat clour of shoe and hadbag to wear. Please help
Try chambray (denim), leopard, hot pink, grey or navy!
Thanks i am sure will look great
I have a orange shirt with a cheetah print skirt and some orange pink and cream colorblock shoes…does that seem ok together?
Hey Devonna! Well, I would probably skip the shoes. Go with a solid shoe in one of the colors in the skirt.
Hi, i just stumbled into this site, great work! i recent;y got these skirts i am wondering what colours of tops, shoes and bags that could be worn with them. I am thinking navy blue boyfriend jacket with the first one. Really love them and would want to ”rock” them well. lol! thanks
http://www.anntaylor.com/ann/product/product%3A302126/AT-MHL-Florals/Textured-Petal-Pencil-Skirt/302126?colorExplode=false&skuId=13171889&catid=cata000016&productPageType=fullPriceProducts&defaultColor=4204
http://www.anntaylor.com/ann/product/product%3A300325/AT-MHL-Florals/Wild-Blooms-Skirt/300325?colorExplode=false&skuId=13153489&catid=cata000016&productPageType=fullPriceProducts&defaultColor=5689
LOVELY SKIRTS! Yes a navy blazer would be perfect with that first skirt. Add a touch of leopard for flare and gold for your finishing touches. With the second skirt, you should build the outfit around it. You can do a navy with white horizontal striped shirt with espadrilles wedge.
I love this post. I have a orange black and beige blocked skirt. What color top and shoes do you suggest. I tempted to wear a cream top with orange shoes but that’s too matchbox. Help lol
Alright soo I’m planning on wearing a white sheer top with black leggings and a pair of nude heels, although I am a little hesitant on whether there would be a color clash between the white and the nude. Should I just wear black heeled ankle boots or would the nude heels match? Your advice would be greatly apprecited! ^^
Black would be better.
I have these red jeans, and a black cardigan, I want to wear a pink tank top with them, will it work?
I probably wouldnt do the black cardigan because it’s so stark of a contrast. If you have a camel colored cardigan that works
I going to hair fashion show sunday. Need advice. I have this hot pink blazer and fushsia wedge. I was go wear white shirt and white skinny jean. Do these go together? Please Adivse Me. Thank you
I would probably do all black with the blazer and wedges. Jazz it up with gold jewelry and a pink lip.
i have a bronze bell skirt and have paired it with a emerald green chiffon shirt , i have no idea what shoes or jacket to wear with it though i was thinking about my chestnut chelsea boots but i’m not sure and im really struggling with a jacket please help i want to wear these tomorrow 😦 xo
i have a black dress and a rose red blazer. what colour shoes would best complement it?
You can do a few things 1. leopard print shoe, 2. a gold shoe with hold jewelry, 3. A stiletto pointy tie black pump or 4. black opaque stockings with below the need tall black boots, short black booties
Okay so I have this white blouse and black skirt. I have coral colored heels. The skirt is sort of short so could I wear black tights or leggings with it? Please answer by tomorrow morning!!!!!!!
Yes! Add coral accessories, earrings, bracelet, necklace. 🙂
Hi! I just bought a black dress and have these amazing purple/blue coloured peep toes heels I want to wear with it and I was thinking maybe bright pink nails and maroon/red coloured clutch. Do you think that will work or should I go for the coloured nails and black clutch and a colour in the accessories? Too many choices! Need help 🙂
How do l get the wow factors of a black RL shirt dresd?!?
pair it to anything with a black and (any color) pattern. Chevrons, paisley, stripe, plaid, damask…
I bought a basic straight above the knee dress in raw silk. The dress is orange with a coppery shine. I would like to wear a bold necklace in either emerald green or some type of bright dark blue and dangling earrings, since I have super short black hair. What do you think? Also would nude shoes and clutch work?
Hi, I have a red and black dress, Please let me know what shoes i can wear and also jewellary?
I also don’t wan look skinny and tall coz i am 5.8.
This is the dress :
http://www.jabong.com/women/clothing/womens-dresses/harpa/?forder=brand
sorry this is the link :
http://www.jabong.com/harpa-Sleeve-Less-Solid-Color-Red-Dress-Mksp-157518.html
Oh I see! Cute! The dress speaks for itself. Here’s an option. Go with a black heel either platform black round toe stiletto with black opaque stockings, add a black fitted blazer, gold skinny belt, and understated gold necklace and earrings and red lip and nails. [stockings will make you look not at tall]
Which dress is it? I’d say to go with a black heel and silver/diamond jewelry.
H! I would like to ask, is it okay to pair my silver gray g0wn wd a t0uch of mar0oN with a blaCk sh0es and cluTch bAg?. Thank YOu
I would say yes. Add a marooney lip and nails.
Hey..I have just bought a yellow dress and I was wondering what color of shoe and clutch purse will work to create a great color blocked outfit?
I’d say a turquiose clutch and nude shoe! Then add turqouise jewelry and an orangey lip.
Hi, I just got a khaki green dress (http://www.next.co.uk/g657544s3) and I am totally lost as to what color shoes to pair it with and also accessories. Please help.. !
Cute dress! I’d say black heels and gold jewelry.
Thanks 🙂 ..Which color should the clutch be? Black or nude??
Black
Hi, I have a pair of bright red jeans and a pale pink jumper, would they look weird together? The shades are almost exactly the same as the red and pink trousers in the last two photos!
You can wear them together just go with nude shoes and gold accessories!
Help! I am going to a pinning ceremony. I just bought a red blazer jacket and it has a touch of black by the button side. How do I color block it?
You could super easily wear pretty much anything black and white. You can also go with leopard (if you dare). Go for gold accessories. Have fun!
HELP! I have a orange, white and navy blue colour block chiffon dress, what colour shoes should I wear with it. I’m not all that brave when it comes to clashing colours so i have no idea.
Its orange on top, white in the middle and navy blue on the bottom hem of the dress. I
Oh! I don’t know why I thought you said black. No black opaque stockings. Stick to nudes
You can be adventurous with a white super high pointy toe stiletto
If you’re going bare legs, do a nude heel. If you’re doing right go with a black opaque and black heels
Thank you so much… must go shoe shopping. 🙂
Hello,I have a black dinner dress,and a baby blue blazer and also black suede ankle boots,with a yellowish Orange Scarf…wat do you think???will it look nice??
I’d probably ditch the scarf. Do black opaque tights. Maybe a black and white or leopard scarf
i have a plain white v-neck t-shirt…combining it with navy blue sweater (with buttons). please tell me will this go with orange balerinas ? (bright orange)
What bottoms? I could see that with skinny cargo army green pants.
bottoms are usual dark blue jeans…
will orange balerinas go ? or what else color footwears should i choose ?
Please suggest me Colors to wear with orange balerinas . 🙂
You can wear royal blue, nude, pink.
I have a red shirt, beige mini skirt, and colbalt pumps, will that look alright together?
Are they all solids? If so, that could work. I wouldnt add any other colors into the mix and go for gold jewelry and a red lip.
Yes! They’re all solids. I just needed a good reason to put on my cobalt shoes!(: thanks!
LOL! Go for it!
Hi, i have a bright yellow top and bright blue jean but am not sure which color shoe to wear… pls help!
I’d do leopard if both of the other pieces are solids.
I have a Ryal Pen Skirk and I am not sure what color heel & shirt to wear with it. Please HELP !
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Is this a royal blue pencil skirt?
I got a light brown shirt with a royal blue collar.. what could i wear for under and for shoes??
I know it’s after Labor Day but I would wear white skinnies and super high white stiletto pointy toe pumps.
Hello again,
I have a coral/pinkish dress that I want to wear to a cocktail party the night before a beach wedding and I was thinking about a turquiose bubble necklace. Would you suggest something else? Also, you recommended nude heels for a blue dress I am wearing to the wedding, do you think I could get away with wearing those heels with this pink dress? I need to save space in my bag because we are traveling around Mexico for 2 weeks before the actual wedding. What do you think??
i have a metallic tan sweater dress i have no idea what to wear for shoes or tights
Hello i have this dress http://www.express.com/metallic-zig-zag-sweater-dress-47740-953/index.pro#jsLink not sure what to do for shoes and tights??
What a cute dress! You can do so much! Black stiletto thigh boots, a strappy black sandal heel, a super tall classic black stiletto pump, you can even go gold or silver.
hi i have a dark reddish-maroonish coloured overcoat. i am clueless about what coloured shoes preferably heels should i wear? Also should i wear a pair of black skinny jeans with it or something else?
Hi. I have a bright blue, almost turquoise shoe. It’s hard to match so I figured that I would try color blocking. Do you have any suggestions on jeans (colorful or regular blue jeans) and top, whether it’s a shirt or something with a blazer.thanks
I would do a black jeans with a black white striped top. Or a beat up cropped boyfriend jean with a white button grot men’s shirt, rolled sleeves and loads of silver jewelry.
Hello i have a red high waisted pencil skirt and a pink loose chiffon top, do u think i can wear then together? And what shoes would go with it?
loose chiffon top i mean and also what accessories would match….
Absolutely! Wear it with nude,camel, tan colors and gold accessories!
I have a blue dress and I was going to wear a orange bubble necklace. Is that good? and what color shoes should I wear?
Yes I love this! I would do a nude strappy heel!
Helloo i have a short solid turquoise and blue dress and i am thinking of wearing some pink and black heels?? what do you think? and i need help with accessories please!
I’m not sure about the pink and black heels! I think you can do better. I would go with a sold heel. Pink would work!
I have a problem to I have a black skirt and black blazer and a white shirt and or leopard shirt but I don’t wanna wear the plain white or black shoe any suggestions
You can do the black skirt and blazer, leopard shirt and red pump! Do gold accessories.
Hi I have a black and white block dress. I wanted to wear a blazer with a pop of color cause i think wearing a black blazer would be too plain. pls help me.
I agree! A black blazer would be plain. I’d add a bright blue blazer and gold accessories, a red lip, high bun, black pointy stiletto heels or black strappy heels, red nails, a small blue clutch!
i have a long red dress for prom. my heels are blue and have a gold backing. what accesorie colours should i stick to??? PLEASE HELP!!!
I would do gold accessories!!!!
Thank You So much! I was thinking of buying a statement necklace that was blue and orange, with a few gold accents. What do You think? Yay or nay?
PS.Do You think an orange hard clutch would go with this?
That might compete with the necklace.
Yes!!!
Thank you Thank you So MUCH! I really appreciate your input, and i really love your sense of style!
Thanks so much 🙂
No, thank you! I’m honored that you would even think to ask. 🙂
I have a pair of cobalt blue jeggings…What can I wear with it?
Everything! I’d pair them with zebra stripes or any black and white pattern. Light grey is always an option kelly green is also super cute.
I have an army green maxi skirt wit a brown high waisted belt attached 2 it. Tinkin wearin a dark sharp pink and a white blazer on it. Wat do u tink? And wat accessories will go? Pls rply asap!
I think to should do denim instead of the jacket! Otherwise it might be too many competing colors!
And I would do gold or wooden brown (color of belt) accessories!
Hi, I have a gray crochet dress and i want to wear a different colored slip below it. How should i color block this?
That sounds cute! If you have any solid neons…green, pink, yellow.
hi! i have a flowy gray skirt i dont know what top should i wear and also the accessories and shoes. im clueless how to color block with gray. please help me. Thank you! 🙂
Grey is the perfect color! For fall try a deep red/burgundy. Black and white always work and I’d do silver accessories
i have a gray skirt i dont know what should i wear.
Hi! So I just bought a dress that is fuchsia on top with a red bottom. I’m clueless as to what color shoes and accessories to wear with it! If you could help me that would be AWESOME! Thanks 🙂
A metallic shoe of any kind is great!
I have a check shirt, the under colour is a dark pink with blue, green and purple chack. I really don’t no what colour shorts i should wear with them?
Jean shorts would be hot or a crisp white short!!!
Hi, I have an aqua blue (baby blue) dress that I’m planning on wearing to a wedding. What colour shoes/accessories – I was thinking pink or royal blue?
But it will be formal event….
Pink would be super cute! Nude is always safe as well! Have fun!
Hi ok so I have a pair of color blocked shoes they are platforms. They are orange, red, blue and black. I as thinking about putting them on with a black mini dress…would that work? And if yes how should I accesorize?
Yes!!!! Since those are warm tones I suggest accessorizing with gold.
hello, i bought a royal blue hi low see thru top and i was wondering what color shoes and bottoms should i pair them with, im so used to wearing blk and dont know what to wear..ur help would be appreciated. thanks
You can do so much. neon yellow would look great. So would a pastel blue/turq.
Hi i would like to know like what kind of blue would look nice with gold and red is for like a hollywood party for my sister and her fav color is blue but we dont know what blue looks nice with red and gold… can you please help us?
Hi I just bought some wedge heels and the are majority pink (fuchsia) with blue black and orange straps with gold buckles I was wonder what would I wear with that?
Hello I am going to a fashion show and I want to to try this whole color blocking idea. I went out and bought a coral color high low chiffon blouse and a royal blue shirt. My only problem is what color shoes should i wear with this outfit. I know nude shoes will look good but i want other options as well please help thank you!
Hey Georgia! I assume you mean a royal blue skirt. First, those are GREAT colors against each other. Honestly, the nude heel would be best. You don’t want to add too much because then the outfit will look forced and contrived. I would suggest gold jewelry or if you have stones that are also royal blue go with that, but I do think the nude shoes would be best! Good luck and have fun!
Hey,I’m a fourteen year old girl who’s had a past with dark colors.But this summer I wanna brighten up.I have a pair of ripped and studded red shorts and a white shirt that has a flower that’s yellow,orange,and magenta-ish red.Would that look right and what kind of jewelery and shoes would go great with it?Thanks!
It would really depend on your style and the style of the items you already have. If they’re ripped and studded shorts that you could see someone like Kate Bosworth wearing, then you would probably want to pair them with a pair of white converse tennis shoes, your tee, a cross body bag, sunnies and a fedora. You may want to google search Kate Bosworth and Nicole Ritchie. I bet you’ll find some ideas there as well.
I need help please 🙂 I have a big occasion coming up. I am going to wear a dark purple one shoulder, beaded wasteline dress. I want to know what color shoes should I wear with it. I wore it once with silver, but I think It’s too safe. I want it to be edgy but at the same time classy. Would the highlighter yellow work or should I go for a nude rhinestone shoe?
The nude heel sounds like it might work better! The rhinestones should be similar to the beads.
So should I stick to my silver? Do you think the yellow is out allready?
If the beads and rhines dont match, yes, go with silver. 🙂
I NEED YOUR HELP IAM WEARING A PAIR OF WHITE DENIMS AND BLUE HIGH NECK TOP WITH PINK DOTS ON IT I NEED TO KNNOW WHT BELT SHOULD I WEAR AND THE FOOTWEAR AND THE CLUTCH
PLZZZ HELP REPLY ASAP!!!!!
Hello!
I suggest nude or white strappy or closed-toe platform heels. The belt should be white to match shoes or pink to match dots. The clutch should be same color as shoes.
Have fun!
hey i have a aqua green dress a little darker to E shade color you have above. i don’t know what shoes to wear…..neither the color nor type. please help!
i’m going to a dinner but not a formal formal one where the men where jacket and ties.
If the dress is skimpy, I suggest a true-to-you-nude strappy heel with 1 other bright color like a coral colored clutch and necklace. You can also do the nude heel and all gold accessories.
I need help on blocking colors I really don’t know how to do it. But I like it when I see people block.
To start off I’m a guy, but I’m trying to go against the usual color blocking scheme. I have an outfit but I’m not sure if it’s too much. Red shoes with khaki jeans, a white under tee with a navy blue pull over that has red print on it, an olive jacket over that and a red and khaki corduroy hat to top it off. Any suggestions to better the outfit?
Hi Jaime – Let me first refer you to this site I came across today! http://www.rashoncarraway.com/
This guy has an uncanny knack for wardrobing!
The outfit you pulled together sounds like it would work nicely. Not too overkill!
Hi. So I got a problem. I have a casual event coming up. And all I got is a royal blue hight wasted shorts that I really want to wear. But its winter where I am. Any help?? Thanks 🙂
Hi,i have a short black dress and a colour block shoes with (pink,red and a touch of orange)i don’t know how to to pull it off especially what accessories to use,help me out with how to make me stand,really want to look nice for my outing,pleasee??thanks …
Hope I’m not too late. Try pairing this with kelly green. You can always pair with black opaque stockings underneath, a blacktop and black blazer and black riding boots.
Ok.. I have a pair of color block wedge heels that are a bright orange, navy blue, beige, & brown. What type of outfit could I pair with these shoes & what color & accessories?
So if I wore something that was C#, I could wear something that was C with it?
Yep! I think you can pull that off. You gave me an idea! Thanks DeAnna. Stay tuned!
i got really cute green shorts but i dont know a good top that would go with it?! what color tops go well with a strong green?
That’s such a great color! Any black and white top would be perfect! A royal blue would be cute too. Even if you did and identical green solid top for the jumper effect that would be super cute cuz then you could finish it off with some really fun accessories! Have fun!
How about a bright bold orange top. You can rock a pair of flat python print sandals or you can do that flats try the Boutique 9 Shoes, Georgetta Wedge Mules
at same beige colored bangles and necklace.
Now THAT would be SUPER cute! Good call!
I was wondering wat color dress would match my royal blue heels
You can do SO much with royal blue! You can do white for a more formal look. Neon yellow would be super cute and stand out. Pink would be cute too. You could even stick with black.
please help mee !
so I’m wearing a royal blue dress with a white blazer and red shoes ? well not exactly shoes but you know what i mean. Do you think that would go ?
Totally especially with the holiday. Sounds like this is more of a dressy look so I would do a topknot bun, red lip and nails and would do some nice silver or pewter jewelry. I’d also throw a clutch in with it. The clutch should be any of those 3 colors but solid not print or even go with a metallic clutch to match your jewelry. Have fun!
Hi So I want to wear a nude bcbg crossover skirt with a dark blue sheer blouse with boutique 9 nickeya tan pumps (color block) the tip is coral and heel is like a aqua green. Also with a white fitted blazer. Please reply.
Link for shoe : http://www.zappos.com/product/7978164/color/521
I just brought a turquois and black dress from urban outfitters and I am trying to achieve the color block look. What color shoes would help me pull off this look?
G C# or Bb a color similar to those:) and or if u dont like any of those ones or cant find any a color like F would work to 🙂 hope this helps!!!
I love wat you r doin plz do keep it up. I ve a red short dress 2 wear 4 a wedding. Dnt knw wat color of shoes 2 wear. I dnt want 2 wear black or gold.
Nude shoes will do.
hi,
tinking of wearing a black dress, with a grey blazer, however i dont know what colour of shoes to wear. Thank you.
where some pink shoes or some with a bold color sense your wearing both gray and black
I have the jessica simpson bendie in blue violet!!! WHAT DO I WEAR??? should i incorporate each color in the outfit or what??? turquoise leggings pink blazer blue tank??? how do i do it?
I love how you color block 🙂 🙂 I’m new to color blocking and if you could please help me with a new ideas of colors that would go with a Grey bandage dress :):) I was thinking maybe a bright red blazer with maybe Royal or bright blue heels :):) what do you think?
I hope you reply
xx
The grey bandage dress alone sounds GORGE! Is it a dark grey or a lighter grey? If it’s a light grey I think you can get away with a red blazer beautifully. I would probably pair it with matching red heels and then a cute clutch…maybe in neon yellow!!! If it’s a dark grey, the blue heels would match, but you’d probably also want to do a matching blue jacket of some sort like a moto/racer jacket or a cropped jacket. Then you can throw in a random clutch in the purple or navy family. There’s my 2 cents!
Hi fashionista,
Im going to a part and decided that Im taking up color blocking and I would like your opinion on these (outfit) colors: yellow shorts, turquoise or purple top, thin hot red belt, and neutral brown wedges, topping it off with a beige and bronze bangle set
Would this be proper for color blocking?
xxox
First, I’m honored that you’d ask my opinion. Thank you! I think you’ve pulled together some great ideas. I guess I would ask what kind of yellow are the shorts {loud, muted, green-yellow, orange-yellow, neon-yellow or true banana yellow}. If they’re a vibrant yellow, I would probably lean toward making them your statement piece and dressing around them in a dark color like black (black top and shoes). If they’re a more subtle banana yellow, I would lean toward the turquoise top and depending on how close to your skin tone the shoes and bangles are, I would decide to keep the belt or not. If the shoes and bangles are very close to your skin tone, so much that they almost disappear, I’d go for the belt. If they’re a neutral, but not YOUR neutral {if you know what I mean} then I would ditch the belt and go for one that matches the shoes and bangle. I hope this helps. Have fun at your shindig!
I love this post because I learned something new today…thank you. I love the mix and matching of the colors because they all blend so well. I also saw your photo shoot and your pictures came out so beautiful and those steve madden heels were off the gorgeous.
Love this post! I’m gonna post a “trends post” soon, and I was wondering if I could use that colorblocking photo set? Definitely going to link back to you! 🙂
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Of course, my dear! Thanks for asking! Oh, and these were images I pulled from the web somewhere.
I tweeted your post to Crystal Streets. She was talking about color blocking and I liked your post.
I hope that was okay!
Totally okay! Thanks for the love!
Thank you so much for this post. I usually keep it very basic in terms of colors, but have been buying bright colors recently with intentions to try color blocking. The color wheel is awesome!
I color blocked for CIAA! Can’t wait to show it off. Sometime later this week!
I can’t wait to see the pictures! Very cool!
I grew up doing this but never knew the term. Moms would always dress us in nice colors. She felt like kids shouldn’t be in dark shades but more vibrant looks. This has stuck with me. I love florals and bright colors. I must admit it wasn’t until recently when I began reading fashion blogs that I walked out of my element and begin mixing colors. I live in South Florida so I can be vibrant 24/7 which is a major plus.
Gotta love moms! Our moms were on the same wave length although I mostly wore hand-me-downs. Did I mention I don’t have any sisters. I had some pretty funny outfits. LOL Florida is the heart of wear-whatever-you-want-because-it’s-sunny-365-days-a-year! Go for color, girl!
Yay Color-blocking!!! I just did a post on this and I’m uber excited to try… I’m looking forward to wearing “clashing” colors with a white or tan or other neutral thrown in there… and I wanna accent with a metallic… like gold, or silver, or copper. I’m super excited now… lol. Thanks for the post!
Check it out! Gucci GOT IT SO RIGHT…
http://dallasmonroe.com/2011/03/colorblocking/
Yay!! I just did a post on color blocking and I am soOo0o excited to try it… lol. I wanna wear it by wearing two “clashing” colors and a white, or a tan, or some other neutral… and make it pop with some metallics… like gold, or silver, or copper… Am I way to excited? Okay, I’ll stop now. lol
Check it out!
http://dallasmonroe.com/2011/03/colorblocking/
Ok, I am new to this fashion with color thing- meaning- I was always the matchy matchy type. I am trying sooo hard to get out of that. I get so confused with what shoes/stockings/knee hi’s to wear with outfit. I live on the east coast and yes it gets cold. I am NOT the one to be wearing nothing (stockings/knee hi’s) with my shoes. So, in the above ex… red skinny’s, denium shirt & grey shoes- what in the world color stockings/knee hi’s to wear? I am darkskin and really don’t like the nude look on my skin tone. Should your belt, shoe and legwear match?
There’s absolutely nothing wrong with matchy-matchy! If that’s what you’re feeling, then matchy-matchy to your heart’s content! LOL Little known fact, I was I’m a former matchy-matchy queen myself. 🙂 With color blocking, I always suggest grounding your outfit with neutrals whether it be nudes, tans, blacks, greys (I prefer grey). Pretty much, as long as you match your neutral shoes, stockings or knee-highs to another piece (ie. necklace, hat, purse, scarf) you’re good to go. Just keep it to 3 of the bolder colors. You don’t want to look like a pack of skittles. Although who doesn’t love Skittles. LOL You know it’s kinda sad that fashion’s nude is so not OUR nude. I dont wear nudes often for the reason. Anyways, that’s a whole other topic. Greys and camel browns work well as neutrals. In the winter you might even want to rock some fun stockings/leggings (ie. red, pink, orange, yellow, merlot) under an all black or all chocolate brown outfit (skirt, top and heels). Then you can add pops of that same stocking/legging color throughout your outfit (nails color, purse, earrings). What do you think?
Should your belt show and legwear match, hmmm….not necessarily. It depends on the look you’re pulling off. If you are doing a monochromatic look where your outfit is tonal (tonal: the colors you’re wearing are in the same color family but different shades ie. violet, purple, lavendar, etc.) yes, you can definitely pull off non-“matching” accessories. Also, a lot of the boho/hippie looks are non-matchy. I often where my Hub’s belt with shoes that don’t match, but I just like the contrast.
Look at you, gettin all scientificky/Bill Nye the Science Guy with the color blocking. Got a color pie chart and errthang1 LOL!!!
Seriously. Great post.
I’m cracking up! I’m very visual and that pie chart is such a light bulb. Aha!
Thanks so much for sharing this…now i can experiment
Yes, yes, yes! I’d love to SEE what you come up with. *hint* *hint*
Ok I want to learn to color block I have a a black skirt and black blazer and white blouse but I don’t wanna wear a white or black shoes
You have sooo many options! I metallic shoe would work great and you could go silver or gold. You can do a neon as well. I’d probably do red!