Showing posts with label Color Blocking. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Color Blocking. Show all posts
Sunday, February 10, 2013
Victoria Beckham.:.NYFW
Hmmm...what can I say, what can I say? Let's try this: sexy, classic, geometric, color blocking, fashion...just absolutely woman-esque. I hope that made sense but literally, those are the words that came to mind when I saw VB's collection. She does it so well! Okay, let me start with the colors. I loved the tones and pops of color. It just seemed to flow together so well, with purple and blue and yellow, incorporated into blacks and grays. Loved it! Then you had geometry. Now, I've never been really obsessed over geometrically obvious pieces. I always felt they were just like, too much. But it wasn't until Nicola Formichetti, and now Victoria Beckham, that I've really enjoyed seeing them become apart of the full look. With Victoria, I loved how there were standouts and subtleties. Like, for one piece, you have an obvious triangle, but for others, you have a more subtle "I don't notice it but I notice it but it's still not noticeable because it's so well incorporated" piece. And I love it. Victoria has always been major to me. I mean come on, Spice Girls. Ya, we all loved them. Her style is just amazing. It's like effortless chic. Always fitted perfectly, always the right hairstyle, always the right makeup, always the right everything. I just love her. And now that hubby David and son Romeo are dabbling in the fashion world, I think we'll see more in future collection embracing their input, but who knows? What I do know is that Victoria will continue to be a style icon and fierce fashionista. But that's all for now guys. Until next time, stay fashionable. Xx
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Saturday, February 9, 2013
Kenneth Cole.:.F/W 2013
YES! That's basically all that needs to be said for the Kenneth Cole F/W 2013. Blacks and color blocking, textures, leathers, wool jackets, monochromatics. Literally, LOVED the collection to death. One thing that I really loved was the biker-y, mixed with urban chic, mixed with James Bond looks. Yeah, that's exactly what went through my head. Also, the did incorporate color which I thought was nice. With olives, deep reds, and blue, I thought there was this balance. So glad to see Kenneth Cole back on the runway!
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Sunday, January 27, 2013
Let's Talk Color Blocking
Hi guys! So today, I wanted to talk about color blocking and color theory. With the Spring and Summer months coming up, I thought it would nice to give some advice on how to maximize the colors in your wardrobe while staying on trend.
Okay, let's talking color theory. I want to focus on the three main color themes: complementary, analogous, and triadic. So, first up is complementary.
Complementary colors are located opposite each other on the color wheel. They are in different color families and create very high contrast. For example, red and green. We've all seen this pattern during the Christmas holiday. Now, if you're wondering what colors complement each other, think about standout pairings. What colors, when put together, no longer stand alone. Orange and blue is another example of a high contrasting pair. This can get tricky. If you're just starting out, trying to minimize the complementary color usage. Try wearing some colored pants with a neutral shirt and pair it with a nice scarf that complements the pants. Or, if you carry a bag, try to complement the bag with your shirt.
Now, onto Analogous colors. These are usually found in nature and are housed in the same color family. They are located next to each other on the color wheel and create a very comforting and serene look. When using these colors together, try using one color as the dominate piece and the other two as complements. For example, a pair of red pants with a nice violet and orange scarf. Or you could have a violet pant with red shoes and an orange scarf. Here, the pants become the dominant color with the red shoes and the orange scarf as complements.
Lastly, the triadic colors. These are evenly spaced about the color wheel. These colors tend to work harmoniously together, whether pale or unsaturated. Make sure there is a nice balance between your pieces. For example, green, purple, and orange. These colors work very well together and can create a balanced looked. Make sure you highlight your strong points. If one color flatters your more, then use that color for the statement piece and allow it to tie in the other two colors.
So, I hope this helped! Leave comments to let me know what you thought and ideas that you guys have for the Spring and Summer. And remember, have fun with your wardrobe. One thing that I do believe is that fashion is suppose to be fun and exciting! If you're not considered to be "on trend", that's okay. As long as you feel confident, that's all that matters. So until next time! Stay Fashionable. Xx
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