Be Bold

In case you haven't noticed, style trends tend to follow the colors of nature.  Autumn brings us rich oranges, yellows, browns and reds to match the leaves.  In winter, we wear warm basics with a few pops of color thrown in the mix to put a little pep in our moods much like a cardinal set against the snow is always cheery.  In spring it's all pastels as color returns to the world and flowers bloom.  And summer is nothing if not a time when we don our boldest and brightest colors.

So many women are apprehensive about trying colors.  Either because they've heard a certain color won't look well on them, or because they just don't know what colors will look nice with their complexion, hair, and personal taste, and they're worried they'll stand out in a bad way, so they just don't try anything at all.  If you can relate, it's time to shake it off and shake things up with a little color in your wardrobe.

Black is a timeless classic, there is no denying that.  But, black should never be the only thing you wear "just to be safe."  Having a personal style means taking some risks to find out what you love.  Personally I have been on both sides of this fence and I can tell you from my own experience, it's way more fun to experiment and wear colors and summer is the perfect time to do it because there is so much color in the world right now, you'll fit right in.

Take this gorgeous Exotic Garden Dress from ChicWish as a prime example.  Not only does it have this eye-catching eyelet cutwork embroidery pattern, but with the fitted button-down bodice, full skirt with scalloped edges and the feminine puffed sleeves, this dress would look heavenly on any body in any color.  It creates an extremely flattering silhouette.

However, when you take that solid design and add a bright color palette, you have a knock-out dress.  Hot pink, duty blue, coral orange, wow! Does this dress have some seriously bold colors and I love how they all look together.
 

If you're new at colors, don't be afraid to start with a statement dress like this and then pair it with more neutral accessories.  In this outfit, I went with a straw bag--neutral--but it also has a kitty face to make it whimsical.  And I added gray wedges, but they have mirror accents down the front for a little sparkle, so nothing about this outfit is boring or dull.  Each piece is bringing something to the overall look.

ChicWish has so many dress pieces like this and I love them for their ultra feminine, timeless styles and their stunning colors.  These dresses were made for summer.  Join me right back here as my collaboration with ChicWish continues with more summer faves you're going to love.

Shopping Info:  EXOTIC GARDEN CUTWORK EMBROIDERY MIDI DRESS-$79.90 FROM CHICWISH, ENDLESS HOLIDAY ANKLE STRAP ESPADRILLE WEDGE SANDALS-$59 FROM NEWBELLA