Color me Happy…wear Yellow!
By: Rani St. Pucchi
Tags: Pantone Colors, Fashion, Style, Self Image, Body Image

We could all undoubtedly use an extra dose of positivity this season by way of a cheery pop of color. And just in time for the holiday season Lemon Yellow has been declared the Fall 2020 Pantone color of the year.

This citrusy tone can be easily plucked from the collections being shown on the runway and added to your wardrobe this fall. The energetic, happy-feeling hue has emerged as one of pre-fall’s top colors and offered in almost every fall wardrobe staple imaginable on the catwalks.

In my book — Your Body, Your Style — I share the Psychology of Color and how the colors we wear and surround ourselves with can change our mood and even elevate our success in life, love, and relationships.

Optimistic by nature, the color Yellow is associated with laughter, happiness, optimism and good times. As the world is going through some tough times right now, anything to bring some cheer can only be a good thing. All the more reason therefore to wear this color wholeheartedly.

Now admittedly this standout shade might not be your typical neutral colorway, and can be a little challenging to wear from head to toe. So for those hesitant to wear this particular shade of lemon, perhaps make it not quite as neon and more of a subdued yellow.

For those die-hard fans of the latest fashion who MUST follow every trend shown on the runway, Think juicy midi skirts to style with a fresh pair of knee-high boots, or a zesty knit cardigan or turtleneck, a classic double-breasted blazer over a pair of leather or tweed trousers just in time for seasonal layering.

Yellow can be easily worn as a top, and looks fabulous with neutral bottoms like blue jeans, white or black.

If solid yellow is too bright for you, then choose a striped one. You can minimize the effect of the yellow by combining your yellow top, such as a tank top, with a blazer in a more neutral color. This will still give you the hip vibrancy of yellow without the color overpowering you too much.

If you don’t like yellow too close to your face you may opt for a yellow pair of pants instead. Yellow pants can be a great way to make a casual style statement. I like to combine mine with neutral colors like white and black, so the color does not overpower me too much. You can simply team yours with a white tee and sneakers.

Of course, yellow doesn’t have to be very bright and “in-your-face”. You can go for a much more subtle approach with either a mustard or deep or pastel yellows.

You could opt for a yellow skirt. A yellow skirt looks great teamed with most striped, polka dot or patterned tops. Add an A-line skirt or a fuller style in linen or cotton to your wardrobe for a more casual summer look. Or look for a piece in satin or silk which would be lovely for more formal events.

Shoes can make a big impact to your outfit and adding a bit of yellow here is very hip. Yellow shoes look perfect with neutral outfits or any other outfit that has just a little hint of yellow in it.

You could wear an all navy outfit and add a pop of yellow with your shoes, or add yellow to a monochrome dress for a formal event or a lunch out with friends and family.

I love the sense of fun that wearing brightly colored shoes can bring to an outfit. Plus, this is such an easy way to update your closet and add a talking point to pieces you already wear. You could opt for a pair of yellow sneakers to wear with your jeans. A pair of yellow sandals with a relatively low block heel could be a good buy for summer as they will be easy to wear and walk in, while adding oomph to your existing wardrobe.

If you want to make a statement with your yellow, then wearing a yellow dress can be the perfect way to do so. I’d keep it relatively simple and team with neutrals like blacks, whites, metallics or browns. But, you could, of course, go for a contrast and wear a color like blue or a pattern like leopard print to bring a touch of the unexpected to your outfit.

A yellow blazer looks gorgeous when worn over a dress or with a white Tee and a pair of dark blue jeans. So If you already have a neutral top and a pair of jeans in your wardrobe, this could be the perfect way to update them. And if you are not afraid of the color, yellow can look fabulous on a coat. Yellow looks fabulous with a black and white outfit and makes the overall look really chic!

For those not as daring, but who want to test the trend it doesn’t hurt to take a chance and wear lemon yellow as an accent color. Not too keen on wearing color, but want to test the trend? Then accessorizing is the way to go. Take a chance and wear lemon yellow as an accent color to liven up your outfit with a bit of sunshine. This is an excellent way to add color to your outfit and take it to the next level.

You will see that yellow looks wonderful with an all-white outfit or a black and white combination. Just add a yellow scarf, bag, belt or a pair of earrings or necklace for just a small drop of color and you’re good to go. When worn away from the face the lemon yellow can be quite striking and attractive. This is by far the easiest way to add a bit of yellow to your wardrobe and still get the benefits.

So if you’re going to squeeze in one color or trend to your fall wardrobe, it might as well be one as happy as lemon. It will brighten up any darker days in fall and winter and add a ray of sunshine in summer.

© Rani St. Pucchi, 2020

Rani St. Pucchi is an award-winning Couture Fashion Designer, Style & Image Consultant, and a Relationship Expert. She is a Bestselling Author, an Inspirational Speaker, and a Success Coach and Trainer. Her TEDx talk: Is Your Body Image Holding You Back? has received worldwide acclaim. Rani’s#1 International Bestselling Books, Your Body, Your Style: Simple Tips on Dressing to Flatter Your Body Type ; The SoulMate Checklist: Keys to Finding Your Perfect Partner; Your Bridal Style: Everything You Need to Know to Design the Wedding of Your Dreams; and Gold in the Cracks: Move from Shattered to Whole and Reveal Your Light are available on Amazon and at Barnes & Nobles.

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