Spring 2012 Trend: Color Blocking
The Spring 2012 runway was certainly a colorful one. We were gifted with bold hues, daring designs and playful patterns that payed homage to eras gone by and hinted at the future of fashion. One recurring trend was color blocked garments. From wrap dresses to demure one piece bathing suits to shoes, it seemed that everyone wanted in on the color blocking action.Color blocking is a fun trend to employ, but it's understandable if you're a little intimidated by all that color. To make the look work for you, stick to no more than three main colors and play down the rest of your outfit with minimal accessories and casual hair.
For example, a tri-color blocked spring dress paired with matching shoes and a lip will tie your outfit together. By using the colors from the color blocked garment in the rest of your outfit, you'll avoid looking like a crayon box without being too matchy matchy.
Kelly & katie Kendall Color Block Satchel, $39.95
Annalee + Hope Women's Color Block Fashion Top, $26.99
Saks Fifth Avenue Suede Color Block Pump, $65
Betsey Johnson - Color Block Me Good Sweater Tight, $28
Pictured at Top: ASOS Skater Dress in Color Block, $72
Express Striped Color Block Tee, $49.90
Blue And Pink Color Block Pocket Tank Top, $34.50
ASOS PUMPKIN Suede Color Blocked Platform, $70.90
ASOS Color Block Fluro Belt With Double Bucket Detail, $14.50
Hive & Honey Color Block Layer Necklace, $34
ASOS Color-Block Oversized Sunglasses, $21.82
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Leana Jo H. said 12-31-2011 @10:54AM
I think some of them are very pretty. But I still love my paisleys and floral designs (especially on my swimsuits). But these are great too. I'll try to find something like these, in the colors I love, and try it out. Thanks.
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betty said 12-31-2011 @11:25AM
One really great thing about color blocking is YOU CAN SAVE SOME $ by using color blocking to extend clothing you already have. You only need to be creative and have a good seamstress! Many ladies have tops that "drew up" Now they're too short, But you kept it cause it was expensive and you just couldn't toss it out? NOW all you have to do if find a cordinating color, but just a few inches of fabric... add a band (block) of color onto the length, maybe a block of color onto the botton of the sleeve... YOU have a new top you can use again! If you have casual shorts, slacks, you can do the same thing... perhaps, add 2 more colors. Change those pockets to match... Some collars are easy to replace and change... (some may not be...)
replyThis could be a great yr! Time to go thru your closets/drawers and visit the seamstress! Normally you purchase the fabric... (they usually don't make the choice for you) Be sure you purchase the same or very similar type of fabric and Get Busy with your "new" cloths!
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Pat said 12-31-2011 @10:13PM
Oh God color blocking is back..hated it when it was here back when and I STILL hate it!!!!
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Patty said 12-31-2011 @3:37PM
Hardly a new trend.. Some people can't pull this off.
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Jlea said 12-31-2011 @4:10PM
Bring back the sack dress. Just kidding.
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LizNYC said 12-31-2011 @4:13PM
Well, there's nothing new under the sun, fashion included, and the color-block trend has taken at least one other turn on the runway (that I'm aware of). Back in the late 60's my mother's fashion magazines were full of that style from Andre Courreges and other cutting-edge designers, whose mini-dresses, etc. featured Mondrian-inspired geometric shapes in bright, primary colors (plus crisp black & white). It was a clean, modern look back then, is now, and will be again (I'm sure) when it comes back around in a few decades.
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ogates said 12-31-2011 @5:10PM
Not really liking the color blocking look. Maybe just in small doses like accessories would be ok but the entire look on a child might work better than on an adult....
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D said 1-01-2012 @12:50AM
Wore this in the 70s..... fashion has nothing new to offer anymore
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bre said 1-01-2012 @6:37AM
we keep going from decade fashion to decade so welcome back the 80s /90s, i remember these well
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bee said 1-01-2012 @7:59AM
What i'll never understand is this......
replyWhy do all runway models have the look of depression and/or, being pissed off, on their faces?
What's the point?
Who decided this was attractive?
Who decided this was the best way to sell clothing?
I think it defeats the purpose of enjoying all the beautiful clothing being parading before us.
A lovely hint if a smile would be nice >>>> and it wouldn't take anything away from the designers clothing line.