my aim in spring (and summer) dressing is to avoid depending on black when putting together a daytime outfit. black is to be reserved for formal occasions, nights out and small portions of my regular wear. while this concept is as groundbreaking as florals for spring, it can be challenging to center an ensemble entirely around color regardless of your knowledge of color theory. for those of us who are neutral-inclined or pigmentally-challenged, i submit three color combos i’ve been sporting to the park and around town.
icy blue & deep burgundy
an unexpected duo i never thought i’d like together, though i enjoy the colors separately. the burgundy acts as a neutral but more festive that your usual black or gray. it’s romantic warmth juxtaposes the cool-toned blue without being too busy.
navy & white
very crisp and clean, like a freshly pressed and laundered uniform. navy is the lighter and brighter alternative to black but still reads fairly neutral. when paired with white, the appearance is soft but not overtly feminine. a good combination for those who work in an office setting but still want to embrace the season.
matcha & lavender
inspired by my go to drink this season, an iced matcha latte with lavender cold foam. most shades of green work in spring, but particularly lighter variations as deeper shades like emerald and pine are closely associated with the winter time. lavender seems to be a pretty trendy color this season and is easy to find. wear them together and feel like a flower, complete with stem and petals.
BONUS
black & raspberry
ok ok ok let’s say you can’t shake your love of black or you’re someone who has designed an entire capsule around black to the point that it can’t be avoided lest you walk out the door naked. i personally love a pop of pink and red with black, specifically shades of raspberry. pretend you’re the love child of nana and hachi or evil marie antoinette this season with dramatic black broken up with punky shades of deep pink.
feel free to share any other fun color combinations you’ve been wearing in preparation of spring.