Fashion 'Popping' Colour

This post is all about COLOUR - a key component of any look, and how it can make or break the style you are going for.

Adding a 'pop' of colour can often be the way to enhance an otherwise toned down look and give it that extra edge that makes it fashionable. For example, if you decide to wear a gorgeous LBD (little black dress) which is relatively classic in shape and style, you probably would think of wearing matching black pumps (high heels) and a cute black handbag with diamond or pearl detail. However, this is not the way to go. This all black look or all white (or whatever colour look you choose) can look edgy and even chic but adding just a splash of colour definitely enhance the outfit. It will not shadow it but will instead bring out the details in the simple dress. The pop of colour can come from any where  you like as long as its small (in size, and is limited to one to two matching colour pieces) and works with the colour of your outfit. If the statement is to big this specific look won't work and instead it will just look like part of the outfit and not like a creative and chic detail (that hints at your fashion know-how).

This photo showcases (nearly) exactly what I mean. Here are two dresses (one Louis Vuitton worn by a model, and one extremely similar one worn by Leighton Meester). Leighton knows of the pop colour rule well and has dressed up her black and white dress with gorgeous red shoes that draw the watchers attention. It looks great, although I would say maybe adding a matching shade of red lipstick would have really pulled it off, or some red drop jewel earrings. However, despite this the effect is obvious, and the pop brings new life to the outfit that the same pumps in black would not have done.

Here is another wonderful example of popping colour worn by Angelina Jolie in an all black strapless Elie Saab gown at the 2009 Oscars. Here she wears the dress and matching black handbag with emerald green earrings and matching ring. It adds that extra colour and is so stylish - a perfect example.

So give it a go, don't go all safe in tonal colours (black with whites and greys) wear black with any popping colour and really add dimension to your outfit.

LoveRodarte xxoo