TRENDY THURSDAY: FALL 2011 FASHION COLOR REPORT

The past few weeks have offered hot hazy crazy dog days of summer! So the thought of a Fall cool down sounds a bit inviting. However, the thought of venturing out to try on heavy clothing to catch the pre season sales leaves this fashionista feeling a bit overheated!

So how can you have fun planning your Fall 2011 looks and not worry about peeling offer those layers? Try something new and fun by creating a personalized color palette for your Fall Looks right from your computer. The fashion God of color is best known as Pantone, where top designers gather their color inspirations to create the fabulous frolics amongst the marketplace each season! The Pantone website offers insight on the colors of each season as well as glimpses of how the trends are created through the eyes of such designers as Tommy Hilfiger and Betsey Johnson.

As stated by Pantone, Fall 2011 is “Sensible & Spirited” as the colors of this season come alive they are “Taking cues from the great masters, sepia tones of old Hollywood, Chinese opera, cityscapes and countryside, designers are paying close attention to texture contrast & Color”. As we walk the malls and surf the web for our favorite clothing lines this Fall season we will find ourselves lost in a sea of basic neutrals complimenting a blast of bright colors creating a refined style with a romantic influence.

Colors such as Bamboo that are warm and exotic pair beautifully with vibrant colors such as Phlox, Honeysuckle & Deep Teal. The color Emberglow puts a new twist on the traditional autumn Orange giving off sparks of a glowing fire that are bravely accented with the purple tone Phlox or a Deep Teal. We will see Honeysuckle continue over from Spring 2011 into the Fall season and paired with Bamboo or shades of Coffee Liquor & Nougat. Rich touches of Deep Teal & Cedar Green reminds us Winter has not arrived yet and the richness of nature is still vibrant. For the more subtle style gal Coffee Liquor offers the Chic approach while Nougat pairs beautifully with Phlox, Emberglow & Honeysuckle. Looking for a fabulous gray reminiscent of the jewel tones from seasons past Orchid Hush or Quarry will offer the perfect undertones to the vibrant Fall color palette.

Most of us know our own color palette as neutral, bright & vibrant or basic black & whites hues. Start with what you know works for you and select a few of these fabulous colors to spice up your Fall wardrobe and define your personalized style! What do you think of this Fall’s Fashion Color Palette?

References & the pictures for this article were taken from the Pantone Color website.

Bridget Burns-Walsh is the Owner of Bridie’s Baubles ~ A Unique Jewelry & Accessories E-Boutique