Pastels are huge this season. They’re the perfect shade to transition into bright, vivid neons without starting a little too early. These sweet hues like turquoise, pink, lilac and powdery yellow is perfect on just about every skin tone, and you’ll be crazy not to own a piece of pastel-hued clothing this season. If you’re not totally confident to rock a pastel frock or mint jeans, here are six helpful ideas to keep in mind so that you don’t look like a taffy factory.
If you’re afraid of committing to the pastel trend, start with some adorable accessories first. Pastel accessories look great especially on a black dress. They sweeten up the look a little so it doesn’t appear as too vampy. Opt for a statement necklace in a pastel shade or even a pair of pastel pumps to balance the outfit out.
Pair it with black
If you’re worried about piling on pastels and looking like a garden party or a Easter egg, then pair it with black blazer or even biker jacket. It adds a rough edge that’s perfectly balanced between sweet and tough.
If you’re ready to make a bold statement, then make it sweet and sophisticated by color blocking. To avoid looking a little too old school, opt for a darker shade of the same color family.
Mix clean neutral shades
If you want to keep it simple with pastel, opting for neutral shades to pair with neutral pieces will do great. Whether it’s a pair of earthy toned pants or a crisp white shirt, pairing it with pastel will give you just the right dose of color without going overboard.
You can never go wrong with denim, and pairing your pastel top with a pair of jeans, it adds a touch of sweetness and modernity to the look. A darker wash will give it a more formal look, so if you want something more fresh, a lighter wash like chambray will do the trick.
When you’ve already got sweet candy colors all over you, you’ll want to keep your makeup sweet and simple. Avoid mixing pairing it with dark smokey eyes unless if you’ve got black or deeper hues in your outfit. The best would be to go with nude or light eyeshadow shades, paired with a classic red lip or a shimmery pink.
Sources: Style Bistro, Whitney Port
