Putting together a super chic, statement-making outfit is simpler than you think. It starts with choosing just one color—whether that’s an attention-grabbing yellow, a romantic red or a striking blue (colors that are, by the way, huge for spring/summer)—and building your whole look off of it. Do you know what popular fashion trend we’re talking about? – A trend that never goes out of style… Monochrome dressing.
The word “monochromatic” breaks down into two pieces: “mono” meaning single and “chromatic” meaning color. So, a monochromatic outfit would consist of pieces of one color. Monochrome dressing is one of the oldest tricks in the book. It can be an effortless way to take your look to the next level. It not only pulls an outfit together, but also automatically gives a stylish and refined finish to your look for the day. There is also something silently cool about pulling off multiple pieces in the same hue. The commitment to one color shows a understated sartorial self-assurance.
The Color Edition
A Burst of Sunshine
Winter Blues
The joy of dressing in a monochromatic color combination is that it will work with virtually any color you choose. So, there is no reason for you not to embrace this trend, because there are likely particular colors that you not only feel comfortable in, but also look amazing in. Your skin tone, eyes and hair will only be enhanced when combining multiples of that same color that looks great on you together in a single outfit. Monochrome dressing is by far the easiest—and chicest—color combination to pull off.
Cherry Bomb
In the winter time, it’s easy for everyone to resort into wearing black, navy and any other dark tone. We sink into a state of the winter blues by staying in with the warmth and hiding away our vibrant colors. Monochromatic primary looks are the perfect way to combat this. All humans have associated certain colors with specific emotions. Red is known as lust, blue is tranquility and yellow is joy. Wearing the primary color of your choice, can easily brighten up your winter months. The burst of color against a snowy backdrop is bound to make heads turns
Many shy away from primary colors in fear of the association with childhood. But, there is a distinct difference between being childlike and childish. As children, our minds were untainted and easily embraced new experiences. Now as adults, many have become afraid of the unknown, sinking into a constant state of comfortability. Wearing primary colors is a great push into a bold new territory. This is especially true when wearing an entirely monochromatic primary color. Embrace childlike traits by being unafraid to make a colorful statement.
Photography Male Model Female Model Creative Direction
Marissa Yanoti Brandon Thompson Maya Ash Abby Bible, Craegan Adamec, Ashley Sanchez, Brennan Cooper, Kia Wells
Makeup Stylist Editor Production Writers
Becca Hopper Abby Bible Kia Wells Craegan Adamec Ashley Sanchez Brennan Cooper
Special Thanks to Mitchell Vassie