Tuesday, 16 August 2011

Inspiration: Orange



There's something about the colour orange that makes it pretty intimidating to wear. It's brash, bold and at times far too in your face. However, when it's done well (like the outfits I've selected above) it's a dazzling colour for a hot summer, reflecting everything that is so appealing about the season - the warmth, relaxation and a more 'happy go lucky' approach to life.

If the prospect of wearing it still seems daunting (as it does for me) start with one piece, incorporate it into your wardrobe and begin building outfits around it. As you become more confident wearing it, I have a feeling that you will begin to love it.

Images via: theblondsalad, nanainwonderland, thesartorialist, lookbook.nu, chictopia, hanneli, graziadaily, jakandjil

11 comments:

Gertrude said...

I have never really been a fan of orange, but these shades are gorgeous!

Sabrina Tassini said...

great post!love orange..nice inspiration!!
new on mine..kiss

Patchwork à Porter

Nikki | The Ginger Diaries said...

Orange is very hard for me to wear, since I'm a ginger I'm always scared it looks a bit tacky. Burned orange and rusty orange go perfect though! x

FashionJazz said...

Love Orange :) These are some stunning outfits xx

Coley said...

It may be bold but it is BEAUTIFUL!

www.whatyoumakeit-coley.blogspot.com

sajuki said...

love all dresses :)

Style Journey said...

Orange is a great alternative to red for a pop of color in your wardrobe. I just love it paired with gold or silver!

Heather

Jacqueline said...

Love this! Everything you say about orange is so true. it's bold, daring, fabulous, but when done wrong, it looks awful and overwhelming :(. However, the color is so pretty and when you wear it with confidence and accessorize well, it looks great. Thanks for posting these pictures! They're so inspiring :)

Julia said...

I never used to be a fan of orange but as you know I'm now a huge fan. If I wan't already I would be now, what a stunning selection of shots - inspiration indeed.
xo

Thelma Frayne said...

Love this look- I think it is difficult to pull off bright orange. You do.

LyddieGal said...

I have been all about ORANGE this summer!
Can not get enough!
I love your orange skirt, can't wait to see all the other ways to style it.

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