No Doubt About It—This Trending Summer Colour Is Ageless and Ultra-Sophisticated

As a fashion editor with a penchant for celebrity style, there are few things that pique my attention quite like learning of a new trend rippling through celebrity style circles. Like fashion people around the world, celebs have been coming back to the butter-yellow colour trend on repeat over the past few months. A resounding favourite amongst all age groups, I've seen the trend styled in the form of pretty party dresses by Sabrina Elba and elegant two-pieces by Naomi Watts, amongst so many other sophisticated looks.
Inspired by the summery shade that keeps coming up on my FYP, I've chronicled a few of my favourite buttery looks. Read on to discover how celebrities are styling the butter-yellow colour trend this summer.
1. SABRINA ELBA
Style Notes: Wearing her form-fitting butter-yellow dress with bright white heels, Elba opted for a fresh colour palette to liven up her evening attire.
SHOP SABRINA ELBA'S LOOK:
2. KENDALL JENNER
Style Notes: Butter yellow with blue denim is one of my favourite combinations at the moment. Crafting a casual and comfortable outfit, Jenner's button-down added a summery twist to her relaxed ensemble.
SHOP KENDALL JENNER'S LOOK:
Every great wardrobe starts with a bright white tee.
3. EVA LONGORIA
Style Notes: Styling a smart ensemble for a day of press events, Eva Longoria accessorised her buttery dress with a tonal bag. Keeping the rest of her look minimal and refined, the actor reached for statement earrings and a pair of strappy heels to tie it all together.
SHOP EVA LONGORIA'S LOOK:
4. SIMONE ASHLEY
Style Notes: Layering yellow on yellow, actor Simone Ashley opted for a tonal two-piece that she styled underneath a sunshine-yellow bomber jacket. Wearing light yellow boots and large gold earrings, the actor created a vivid ensemble that spoke to her playful taste.
SHOP SIMONE ASHLEY'S LOOK:
Style with the matching vest or wear with a white tee.
Shop the matching Wide Linen Trousers in Light Yellow (£87).
5. NAOMI WATTS
Style Notes: Accessorising her ensemble with dark black sunglasses, slip-on shoes and a black bag, actor Naomi Watts leant into the playful nature of her buttery base to elevate her style.
SHOP NAOMI WATT'S LOOK:
6. ELSA HOSK
Style Notes: Opting for a refined and polished silhouette, model Elsa Hosk went for an elegant gown on the paler end of the butter-yellow spectrum. Letting the soft yellow shade lead the look, the dress added more character to her outfit than any cream item could.
SHOP ELSA HOSK'S LOOK:

Natalie Munro is Who What Wear UK’s news writer and has worked in the fashion industry since she graduated with a degree in Journalism from the University of the Arts London. Natalie’s experience in the industry spans journalistic and styling roles that have seen her work for publications including British Vogue, Conde Nast Traveller, Vogue Ukraine, AnOther Magazine and Elle UK.
With an interest in uncovering the latest fashion trends, Natalie takes a leading role in identifying news for Who What Wear UK. Reporting on a daily basis, Natalie focuses on trends on and off the runway, as well as street style and celebrity fashion. Natalie also creates content for Who What Wear’s social channels including TikTok and Instagram on a weekly basis.
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