It’s a simple way to upgrade your look, and poppy suits every skin tone.
You’ll see the shade on just about everything; a shift or blouse can weather the most seasons.
Dress, Calvin Klein Collection, $2,395.
Sunglasses, Michael Kors, $19.
Try a dress that has a medley of stripes in different widths and colors.
Dress, $1,860, bag, $1,050, and shoes, $895, Prada.
Go for allover blooms on a long, romantic dress.
Dress, Just Cavalli, $1,327.
Bracelets, Lia Sophia, $175 each.
Just looking at these patterns makes you smile.
Choose from fluid skirts, cropped pants or ruffled blouses to tap into the happy-vacay feel.
But balance the piece with something sophisticated so you don’t look like you’re headed to the beach.
Blouse, $525, and skirt, $395, Moschino Cheap and Chic.
Bangles, Sequin, $28 to $48 each.
It’s clearly meant to be seenand admired.
Beige, sand and stone in translucent chiffon or gauzy linen are sexy in a subtle yet striking way.
To kick up the edge a notch, accessorize with also-trendy faux-skin and animal prints.
Dress, Donna Karan New York, $2,695.
Leather bangle, Cole Haan, $68.
Hexagonal bangles, Marc by Marc Jacobs, $88 each.
The trick is to combine shades that are next torather than oppositeeach other on the color wheel.
Our favorite dynamic duos: fuchsia and purple, yellow and green, and turquoise and cobalt.
Shirt, DKNY, $160.
Skirt, Whitney Eve, $195.
Belt, Diane von Furstenberg, $265.
Bracelet, Fenton, $215.
Lightweight textures give them a relaxed air.
To play up that vibe, especially before sundown, minimize the shiny jewelry and keep your hair casual.
Dress, $1,900, and hat, Marc Jacobs.
Or a bit devil-may-care.
Either way, you’ll have everyone’s attention.
Jacket, $98, and pants, $40, Victoria’s Secret Catalogue.
Shirt, Steven Alan, $158.
Hat, Tracy Watts, $195.
Shoes, See by Chloe, $295
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