The verdict is in: Pastel pink has taken over as fall 2013’s biggest color trend. Yes ladies, pink is officially chic.
We spotted pink dresses, pink outerwear, pink tailored separates, and even basic pink sportswear on the fall runways, with designers such as Carven, Moschino, and even stoic Prada jumping aboard the pink train. Topshop even showcased the hue in head-to-toe looks! In each case, however, the labels managed to counterbalance the shade’s inherent sweetness with innovative, modern silhouettes.
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The same goes for a number of street style stars, who incorporated pink into their looks while attending Fashion Week this season in new and original ways.
It’s worth noting that, of all the colors that exist, pink is probably the most divisive—many women swear they wouldn’t touch it with a 10-foot-pole—so we’ve been pleasantly surprised to see so many ladies giving it a test run this season. So, how can you get away with wearing a color typically associated with princesses, ballerinas, and 4-year-old girls? Here are 5 tips on how to wear pastel pink right (and still look like a stylish adult):
- Stay away from anything too poufy. If you’re wearing a pastel pink skirt or dress, keep the silhouette sleek and tailored, so as not to look like you’re on your way to a dance recital.
- Keep the rest of your outfit neutral. A pink piece is at its most modern when paired with black, white and gray staples.
- Going for a pink winter coat? Make it oversized. A super-fitted pink winter coat could look dated and prissy, while a louche slouchy version looks invariably cool and of-the-moment. Just make sure to keep materials high-quality—think wool, mohair, or cashmere, as opposed to nylon, rayon, or polyester.
- Accent with pink fur. A look that caught our eye on fall runways: pale pink fur. Whether real or faux, try throwing a pastel pink fur collar onto your everyday overcoat. We’ve also seen fun fur scarves, hats, and bags fashioned in pale pink, which would definitely take a basic outfit to the next level.
- Beauty counts. If you’re not terribly excited about incorporating the hue into your wardrobe, a pastel pink lip or bold pink nails will do the trick nicely this fall, especially when you’re wearing basic black and white.
For some outfit ideas on how to get away with wearing pastel pink and still look like a grown-up, click through the gallery above to see how street style stars wear the shade!
