Today is the first day of spring! I can’t wait to don pretty pastels ~ especially blush pink for its feminine, delicate vibe. Paired with a light pink lip and cheek, it’s a great hue to herald the new season.
InStyle Magazine {my go-to fashion guide} agrees. In a recent article entitled, “Move Over, Radiant Orchid: This Sweet Shade is Stealing the Spotlight,” the author notes:
“Blush pink swept the spring 2014 runways in a soft blur, tapping a softer, more romantic side of fashion. And no, this shade isn’t the stuff of girlhood adolescence. As delicate as it may look, don’t underestimate its power or wearability. For every dreamy, diaphanous dress {as seen at Giorgio Armani}, there was a sharp tailored power suit, to prove that the color indeed has attitude!
If full-on petal pink isn’t your thing, {hey, it’s not for everyone!}, slowly integrate the hue into your outfit rotation with an accessory. Or, try taking on the shade in a more saturated tint for a bolder, less-frail effect, like rose or coral.
To avoid crossing into cloyingly sweet territory, step away from the pearls, diamond studs, or anything that spells, “too precious.” Instead, head in the opposite direction and accessorize with a slick cuff or an edgy chain-link belt.”
Some of my favorite blush picks are from Tory Burch {shocker!}, shown in the snapshot above and the two below…
These simple blush sheaths by Dolce & Gabbana are ones to emulate!
How darling is this Marni ‘Leather Snap-front Top’? You could pair it with a million things this spring!
I ADORE this Nina Richi ‘Mousseline Basketweave Bodice Dress’ ~ so elegant, flowy and ladylike… If I could spend the summer in one dress, this would be it.
And look at the lovely back!
For some lesser-priced blush options, H&M has some eye-catching looks, as shown in the three photos below…
This darling Ann Taylor ‘Flutter Panel Dress’ is adorable on, but it works best on tanned gals with darker hair, in my opinion, as it completely washed out my blond hair and super fair {read borderline translucent} skin tone!
These blush French Connection dresses are perfect for a spring wedding or garden party…
These dressy blush Ted Baker London and Express shorts will keep you on-trend and cool at the same time!
A gorgeous blush Coach bag is always in season…
And, for those who want just a hint of the hot hue, these shades and nail/lip colors are a rosy solution.
So who’s ready to think pink this spring?! With the compliments you’re sure to collect, you might find yourself saying, “Oh, don’t make me blush!” Hooray for spring!
