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Color-Blocking

Thursday, June 23, 2011

The rage this season is bold bright color-blocking clothes.  What is color-blocking you ask?  Color-blocking is the combination or solid high-beam hues that are separated. Think a fuchsia top and orange shorts, or a purple dress and green belt!  Add a pop of color to your style and give this look a try.  Do you think you will rock this trend?

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ChaChaSimone wrote:
1) 6/23/2011 10:37:56 AM
I love this trend...on other women. I really doubt I could pull of this trend. You really have to have a good grasp of the complimentary colors on the color wheel in order to pull this off. But I'll give it a try soon, I hope.
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lalaland wrote:
2) 6/23/2011 10:44:12 AM
pretty
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KathrynM wrote:
3) 6/23/2011 11:32:39 AM
I don't like how the models wear it, but I do like how it generally translates to everyday wear. Super cute! <3
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lewluvs3456 wrote:
4) 6/23/2011 11:34:56 AM
i will deff try this look! it looks so fun and summery, and its always fun to mix up your wardrobe!
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Bekka wrote:
5) 6/23/2011 11:54:11 AM
What's next? The return of teased hair and crispy bangs? Ugh. No thank you.
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pandreaa wrote:
6) 6/23/2011 12:16:45 PM
I love color-blocking clothes! But since it's such a strong statement, I personally wouldn't wear a bright coat with bright pants. It's hard to pull off runway clothes in everyday life. But these are still gorgeous.
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ShiraM. wrote:
7) 6/23/2011 12:18:43 PM
Love this trend so much! I like that everything is solid and bold colors, it makes it really stand out.
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volleychick-14 wrote:
8) 6/23/2011 12:43:36 PM
Alot of color poping ideas are relly cute but sometimes way to much I like it when it's not like crazy! Like the outfits in this picture are just so much thr one that I thought was cutest though was the blue top yellow bottom.
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tiffymaee wrote:
9) 6/23/2011 12:47:52 PM
I loveeee this trend! I've actually already rocked this trend many occasions and I love putting random colors together and making them work! Definitely a must-try trend!
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lowbreeze wrote:
10) 6/23/2011 12:51:38 PM
Maybe one bright piece out of an entire black attire would work for me. I'm not bold enough to be this bright.
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CJB wrote:
11) 6/23/2011 1:23:46 PM
I love color blocking. I think that it is such a fashion forward trend. I love how many designers have done it on the runways, hopefully this trend is here to stay.
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hey asia wrote:
12) 6/23/2011 1:30:28 PM
honestly i cant stay i would try this on a regular basis. only time i would maybe put color blocking to use was is i was going to a fashion show or something like that.
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PrettyDiva wrote:
13) 6/23/2011 1:36:37 PM
This trend is both ingenious and inspiring! I LOVE IT, LOVE IT LOVE IT!! Playing with color is something that many of us tend to shy away from. But, when it is worn in such an eye catching way like this, you can never go wrong! When it comes to color and fashion, I say "DON"T ERASE, SIMPLY EMBRACE".
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Pinkginger wrote:
14) 6/23/2011 1:38:50 PM
I love this trend! I think the most important thing is too not "over" color block. For example if your waist is not your best asset, you should not wear something that has three different color blocked sections with the lightest block of color wrapping around your waist.
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Latinkookie wrote:
15) 6/23/2011 1:51:08 PM
Yeah...not a fan. It looks way to busy and is definitely the no-no of "clothing that wears you". The first thing I would like to notice on a person is their face...not their loud clothing. Its obnoxious and all the examples above are unflattering to say the least.
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Lisa19 wrote:
16) 6/23/2011 1:51:39 PM
I love color-blocking! Whether it be with clothing or even make-up! I tried it with a bright matte purple eyeshadow, matte hot pink blush and orange matte lips, and it looked better than I imagine! I think the trick was using matte cosmetics versus the simmer because it helped it keep the look modern and not too loud. My favorite article to do color blocking with is a hot pink blazer!!
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sexymami40824 wrote:
17) 6/23/2011 2:42:24 PM
I don't really think I could pull off wearing color block in two bright colors, but if it's with blck then yes. I have a black and red color block dress tank dress that I like.
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Edly wrote:
18) 6/23/2011 2:44:53 PM
I KNOW I couldn't pull off those colours! you would have to be pretty bold!
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CrimsonAnjel wrote:
19) 6/23/2011 3:01:08 PM
I LOOOOVE this trend. It makes my crazy eye looks not look so crazy anymore. It seems like what I've been doing for so long is finally a trend and I don't have to explain myself everytime I wear it.
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pinaybeauty wrote:
20) 6/23/2011 3:03:51 PM
I love love love this trend! I love mixing up different styles of clothing different colored skirts and leggings together with my different tank tops. It looks amazing!
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bay area beauty wrote:
21) 6/23/2011 3:04:22 PM
I've totally been wanting to try this out but I'm a bit timid about trying on totally different colors that dont really go well together. Hopefully I'll try it out soon :D
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trax321 wrote:
22) 6/23/2011 3:07:55 PM
Personally, I tried some looks out earlier this spring and I must say it didn't look that good on me. But then again I've seen other girls try this trend out and it looks really good on them. Really wish it looked good on me too :(
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Senorita wrote:
23) 6/23/2011 3:09:44 PM
ahhh i've been trying this lately :) i love it its so much fun and great for summer!
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sbcutie wrote:
24) 6/23/2011 3:10:02 PM
This trend looks really cute!
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LUXURY STAR wrote:
25) 6/23/2011 4:23:05 PM
I LOVE THIS IDEA... I THINK IT WORKS GREAT FOR SUMMER DEPENDING ON WHERE YOU LIVE. I LIVE IN MIAMI SO I THINK I WOULD FIT RIGHT IN. HOWEVER, HOW DO YOU DECIDE WHAT ITEMS TO MIX AND MATCH TO AVOID LOOKING TACKY?
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yakkasaur wrote:
26) 6/23/2011 7:16:00 PM
What a fun way to combine colors! I live in New York, black and white is the rage, I'm ready to branch out.
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Kitter wrote:
27) 6/23/2011 11:47:08 PM
I have been doing color blocking for as long as I can remember, so it's nice to see that it is back in fashion!
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Izzy28 wrote:
28) 6/24/2011 12:44:23 AM
I don't think I am brave enough to do the bright colors all around. Maybe a Dress, or a cool bright shirt, with jeans.
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Alexa95 wrote:
29) 6/24/2011 11:41:16 AM
I would rock this trend with a only a few colors. I love the bright orange and purple.
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Latin wrote:
30) 6/28/2011 1:41:59 AM
I love colors, so I've always been sporting this trend. Definitely not for those that don't trust their color sense. Color blocking and bright colors can be very artsy looking, perfect for warm weather!
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mare62 wrote:
31) 8/1/2011 1:45:05 PM
I love color blocking! It is not for the faint of heart. Seems people either really love it or hate it. The Limited is now doing a line of color blocking that is really pretty. I have a color block dress from spiegal that is red on top and fuschia on the bottom with a black bow in the midle. I love it but once again some people just don't get the whole color blocking. I love the boldness of it and not feeling like a copy of everyone else.
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