I used to think that spring was the ideal time to experiment with my wardrobe post-winter, but I've accepted the fact that fluctuating weather ends up leaving me in more of a style rut than anything. I spend half of the season watching the weather app like a hawk, wondering what I'm going to experience the next day, and the other half decluttering and closet-cleaning. When I finally have my clothes sorted out, summer's already here, so I'm dedicating all efforts to preparing for the warmer months in full force. What's first on my agenda? Perfecting my color palette. After all, the warmer months are the best time to get creative with bright and bold hues.
My social media feeds (Instagram, TikTok, and Substack) have all been filled with creators diving into different color combinations—in interiors, clothes, and even food. It's quite soothing to the eyes, and I want to replicate that feeling with my wardrobe. I went down a rabbit hole of finding colorful inspiration for the upcoming season, and I found the four combinations that stand out but also feel extremely wearable.
Keep scrolling to see the color combinations I'll be testing out this summer.
Butter Yellow + Bright Red
Red is a powerful color, but something about contrasting it with a delicate and light shade like butter yellow just feels right.
Bright Red + Cerulean Blue
If you want to balance the boldness of the red with another punchy color, I suggest cerulean. Doesn't this combination just immediately fill you with joy? Red and blue always work since they're both primary colors, but I think swapping the typical cobalt blue for this hue makes the combination feel fresher.
Mint Green + Burgundy
Who knew a minty green and dark burgundy would go together? Not me—until I saw the funky color combination popping up on my feed. I usually wear burgundy in the fall and winter, but this pairing creates an easy way to wear it in the summer.
Dark Brown + Chartreuse Green
Miuccia Prada is the one to thank for the popularity of this color combination, as it's one she frequently incorporates into her collections. After all, who other than Prada would think to pair a slimy green with a muddy brown?
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