New York Fashion Week revealed hundreds of unique color combinations for Fall 2008, bidding adieu to the pink and black combinations of previous seasons and re-introducing burnt orange and even a few pastel shades instead. Pantone's 'Color of the Year' has been selected by the world's top designers to reveal 'Blue Iris' as the color of choice - it's a blend of purple and blue, and made an appearance in the collections of Peter Som, David Rodriguez, and Temperley London amongst others.
If you're looking for ways to update your wardrobe for Fall 2008, here are some of the key color trends and palettes to keep in mind:
Fall 2008 Color Trend: Burnt OrangeThis was one of the leading trends for dresses and gowns at New York Fashion Week, and is the perfect contrast color for an all-black or all-brown outfit this Fall. Accent an outfit with burnt orange scarves and bags, or simply dress up in a burnt orange sweater or knit dress for a Fall-friendly look.
Fall 2008 Color Trend: Aurora RedThis is riding on the old Hollywood glam trend for Fall, and is showing up in almost every piece - even pants. Pick out a few bold red pieces to enhance a neutral outfit, or go for an all-red look for the night.
Fall 2008 Color Trend: OchreThis light mustard yellow works well for darker skin types, and can be layered on top of reds, oranges, and brown. Use this as an accent color in bags, scarves, and jackets for a simple twist to your outfit.
Fall 2008 Color Trend: Shady GladeThis medium-shade green is almost like a forest green that helps to carry off the year's jewel tone trends. You'll find it in dresses, sweaters, jackets, and even pantsuits; it's a great standalone color, but also accents black and brown well.
Fall 2008 Color Trend: Withered RoseThe days of bold pink and fuschia are disappearing - at least temporarily- this Fall. Pick up a more subtle hue with withered rose, a matted pink that works well with brown and beige this season.
Fall 2008 Color Trend: Caribbean SeaThis ocean-blue color is a great color choice for layering a grey or black outfit with. It's a tropical-inspired look that enjoys a toned-down look for Fall in blouses, printed dresses, and accessories.
Fall 2008 Color Trend: ShitakeThis is Fall's favored brown shade, a milder 'chocolate' brown that can be paired with red, orange, and ochre. Use it as a base color for makeup as well, as this is one of the season's best neutrals.
Fall 2008 Color Trend: Twilight BlueSkip the traditional navy for Fall and pick up this lighter hue of dark blue; twilight blue pairs especially well with shitake and grey this season, so look for it in scarves, blouses, and other accent pieces for a balanced look.
Fall 2008 Color Trend: Royal LilacFalling under the same category as twilight blue, this color adds a hint of purple to the mix. It adds a slightly feminine hue to an all-grey, blue, or black outfit, and can work well for both day and night.
Keeping future color palettes in mind can make shopping much easier - and save you the frustration of buying the wrong trends and committing a fashion faux pas. Just pick up at least 3-4 of the season's key colors to create your distinguished look for Fall 2008.
If you're looking for ways to update your wardrobe for Fall 2008, here are some of the key color trends and palettes to keep in mind:
Fall 2008 Color Trend: Burnt OrangeThis was one of the leading trends for dresses and gowns at New York Fashion Week, and is the perfect contrast color for an all-black or all-brown outfit this Fall. Accent an outfit with burnt orange scarves and bags, or simply dress up in a burnt orange sweater or knit dress for a Fall-friendly look.
Fall 2008 Color Trend: Aurora RedThis is riding on the old Hollywood glam trend for Fall, and is showing up in almost every piece - even pants. Pick out a few bold red pieces to enhance a neutral outfit, or go for an all-red look for the night.
Fall 2008 Color Trend: OchreThis light mustard yellow works well for darker skin types, and can be layered on top of reds, oranges, and brown. Use this as an accent color in bags, scarves, and jackets for a simple twist to your outfit.
Fall 2008 Color Trend: Shady GladeThis medium-shade green is almost like a forest green that helps to carry off the year's jewel tone trends. You'll find it in dresses, sweaters, jackets, and even pantsuits; it's a great standalone color, but also accents black and brown well.
Fall 2008 Color Trend: Withered RoseThe days of bold pink and fuschia are disappearing - at least temporarily- this Fall. Pick up a more subtle hue with withered rose, a matted pink that works well with brown and beige this season.
Fall 2008 Color Trend: Caribbean SeaThis ocean-blue color is a great color choice for layering a grey or black outfit with. It's a tropical-inspired look that enjoys a toned-down look for Fall in blouses, printed dresses, and accessories.
Fall 2008 Color Trend: ShitakeThis is Fall's favored brown shade, a milder 'chocolate' brown that can be paired with red, orange, and ochre. Use it as a base color for makeup as well, as this is one of the season's best neutrals.
Fall 2008 Color Trend: Twilight BlueSkip the traditional navy for Fall and pick up this lighter hue of dark blue; twilight blue pairs especially well with shitake and grey this season, so look for it in scarves, blouses, and other accent pieces for a balanced look.
Fall 2008 Color Trend: Royal LilacFalling under the same category as twilight blue, this color adds a hint of purple to the mix. It adds a slightly feminine hue to an all-grey, blue, or black outfit, and can work well for both day and night.
Keeping future color palettes in mind can make shopping much easier - and save you the frustration of buying the wrong trends and committing a fashion faux pas. Just pick up at least 3-4 of the season's key colors to create your distinguished look for Fall 2008.
