Don’t let the name intimidate you. Blood orange is much more attractive than it sounds, whether it’s in a refreshing cocktail or a part of your spring wardrobe. From just a splash in your sunnies to a bold summer dress, here are a few tips for brightening up your look with this citrus-y hue.
Neutrals with Just a Slice of Color
If you want to ease your way into blood orange territory, start with a few simple pieces. Boyfriend jeans and a nude tank (à la Acne and Vitoria Beckham) create a neutral canvas to feature some eye-catching accessories.
An easy way to add a color pop is with a statement necklace, like this one from Chicago-based T + J designs. (Gotta show that local love!) Willing to plunge even further into the color spectrum? Ray-Ban sunglasses and a unique clutch offer a couple extra subtly shocking (yes, it’s possible!) elements.
Top off the look with Sam Edelman leopard sneakers. Not only are they the ‘it’ shoe of the season, but the neutral pattern is a stylish way to complement the bright hue.
Two Pops of Color are Better than One
When you find a color duo that works beautifully together, just go for it. And that’s definitely the case with blood orange and turquoise; they just work.
Select an item in blood orange, like this 2B top, as the focus of your outfit, and build your look from there. A neutral or white bottom, like this TOPSHOP skort, creates the perfect contrast. Because the dominating color is blood orange, choose accessories that are primarily turquoise, or a mix of both shades.
In this case, Dannijo earrings, a Steve Madden fringe purse, Henri Bendel rings and a Dannijo phone case add the appropriate dose of accent color. A nude heel, like this one by JOIE, offers a balance that ensures nothing’s too matchy-matchy. Let’s not forget – this #ootd hits three major trends at once: the crop top, the peep toe bootie and the angled hemline.
The Whole Blood Orange (with a Side of Gold and White)
You know what they say: go big or go home. First, start with an easy dress in your preferred red-orange shade, like this number by TOPSHOP.
When executing an outfit that’s dominated by this vibrant color, keep the other elements in a neutral palette. For a light and air-y feel that’s ideal for warm weather, gold and white are just the right accents. Youthful, ‘happy’ accessories like this Bauble Bar necklace, Kate Spade earrings and Juicy Couture and Ettika bracelets continue the fun vibe that emanates from blood orange. Add a bit of edge with a white moto jacket, and a touch of sophistication with sleek Jessica Simpson heels and a structured Loeffler Randall purse.
It’s a balancing act, and this is definitely fashion equilibrium.
Just don’t forget the ultimate accessory to complete each of these looks: a blood orange champagne cocktail. After all, a gal can never have too much of a good thing. Show us your blood orange inspired spring get-ups! Tweet a pic to @InGoodTasteMag or @emilycleary10, and we’ll share your style with our followers.
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