Fashion Rx: Your weekly dose of what to wear!

Color is coming on strong this season, with everything from super saturated colored denim, to the long lasting color-blocking trend.  Experimenting with such bold, bright, hues can be intimidating, but there are simple ways to introduce them to your wardrobe.

The Cure : Closet...meet Color!

As per my usual advice when trying anything new or trending, start small and adjust to find your comfort level.  Find one piece in a bright color you love. A blazer is a great place to start, as a layering piece it can easily be removed if you start to think that the look just isn't for you.  If you are feeling slightly bolder, add a statement necklace in a contrasting color, and once you are completely cool with the look, color block with a pair of colored denim.  Just make sure to keep a few things neutral, you don't need to reveal an entire rainbow of color in one look!

Fashion Rx: Your weekly dose of what to wear!

So now that the weather is getting warmer you're excited to try all of the new bright, bold, color combinations that celebrate spring.  Your fear is that your ability to mix and match fails in comparison to the top designers of this seasons runways.  How can you start adding these great combinations and not worry about clashing your colors?

The Cure: Printastic!

Start with a basic pair of dark denim, or lighter if you wish depending on your mood and find a great printed blouse that incorporates the color combinations of the season.  The print keeps you from messing up your mash up of color.  Go with a basic shoe and 3/4 sleeve lightweight blazer, then choose one color from the print that you want to stand out and coordinate your accent piece with that color.

Side effects: Choose just ONE accent color and ONE accent piece, even if you keep with the colors of the print, choosing more than one could make your look unbalanced.

Color Splash

Instantly warm up from your winter wardrobe with wild and wonderful bursts of color.  Designers like Gucci, Jil Sander, and Prabal Gurung take color to a whole new level with a fierce fusion of fresh hues.

"Forget any shade that is dusty or muted.  Spring is all about the-bolder-the-better brights.  But what really sets these colors aglow are the unexpected combinations: pink, orange, and deep purple; turquoise and taxicab yellow; lim and emerald green.  It's this palette of knockout hues that creates such a range of riveting contrasts." InStyle, March 2011

How are you supposed to wear it, tonal combinations of varying shades of the same color is one way, playing with opposites is another.  Play with up to three and "make sure the shade closest to your face is flattering". Add neutral accessories and make-up.  A spectacular spectrum awaits you this spring!

Fashion Rx: Your weekly dose of what to wear!

Superbowl XLV is this weekend which means there will be parties to attend. What does one wear to an event where the main attraction is the however many inch flat screen tv? Clearly you want to be noticed, but not crazy facepaint and mow-hawk wig noticeable. How do you score with this one?

The Cure: Touchdown Taste!

You are sure to score by keeping this look tucked and tight. Skinny jeans, knee-high boots, and an oversized, but structured top are both sporty and stylish. Add some color with a chunky bangle and clutch and you're good to go!

Side Effects: Watch out for holding, in an outfit like this someone will want to hold on to you!

Color Combo Craze

Want to know how to bring your wardrobe out of its winter wear blues? Try brightening up your day with a fresh and fierce color combination, poppy orange with pale pink. I know what you might be thinking, but designers like Derek Lam, Jenni Kayne, and Matthew Williamson embraced it on the runway.  Lucky Magazine suggests anchoring your outfit with the darker hue and incorporating textured and drapey white elements.  Go neutral with shoes and accessories.