Break into Bold Colors and Prints
The dark, dreary days of winter leave us craving color and fresh prints to brighten up our mood and wardrobe. After all, how many of us really believe the old adage that prints add pounds and black makes you look thinner?
While we all love the neutrality of black and grey, it can be boring and too safe. Wearing head-to-toe neutral all the time is the fashion equivalent of having Seasonal Affective Disorder. It’s blah. This time of year, especially in Michigan, a dose of color is the perfect antidote. Color can give you a healthy glow and brighten your mood.
If you are a black or neutral devotee and don’t know if color is for you, start small. Try a pair of earrings with a bright stone, an attention-grabbing handbag, or a statement shoe. These inject some fun when paired with basics. Wearing color can be as simple as wearing a top in a favorite shade or choosing colored denim over standard-issue blue.
There’s a recent trend that’s been popping up on runways, too. Designers are showing pantsuits with matching blouses in a bold color. Embrace monochromatic looks with a focus on bright color palettes. The actual color featured in these monochromatic looks varies, but the common denominator is boldness.
It can be easy to add a pop of color to your favorite staples. Here are just a few pieces that we love recommending when you want to brighten up your look:
Loren Hope fuchsia studs, $36.
Heartloom cable knit sweater in orchid, $88.
Gretchen Scott stretch trousers in tangerine or poppy, $108.
JKT leather jacket in terra cotta or sage, $341.
Choose where you want to land on the spectrum of wearing color, then stop in at the James. We can’t wait to show you our favorite looks.