Bright & Breezy Styles for Warmer Days Ahead (In Every Seasonal Palette!)
Warmer days are just around the corner, so I’ve rounded up some colorful summer styles for women. And because so many of you have mentioned that you find it helpful, I’ve organized them by seasonal color palette.
The power of color
Every time I work with a color client, I’m reminded of just how enlivening and energizing color can be. There’s always a moment in the color draping process where we hit one of their “wow” colors that’s like flipping on a light switch. It’s magic. They glow. And often gasp, and then smile.
Building a cohesive wardrobe in your best colors
Building a wardrobe in your seasonal palette (Spring, Summer, Autumn, or Winter) can take some time. Not every color is available every season, so think of it as a long-term, ongoing process. And as I tell my color clients, when you do find something in one of your best colors that also suits your style, snap it up!
But, once you have a good foundation of pieces in your palette, you’ll find that it’s easier to get dressed, as the colors work together. You can do more with less. (And it’s easier to put together travel capsule wardrobes!) So I like to periodically feature some current season items with seasonal color palette recommendations.
Spring & summer styles by seasonal color palette
In warmer months, a colorful top or dress can be a great way to add visual interest to your outfits. I’ve included several styles with sleeves, as I know many of you prefer them, but you can often find short-sleeved or sleeveless options in the same colors. Here are a few colorful tops and dresses, broken down by color season…
Winter palette
I keep hearing from Winters that you have trouble finding clothes in your colors this time of year, let’s start with you.
Green continues to be a big color trend this season, and that includes a lot of Winter’s Emerald greens.
Jacket available in Misses, Petite, Plus & Plus Petite sizes.
(A perfect match to Winter’s Light Emerald green.)
I’ve also been seeing a good number of pinks, reds, and purples from the Winter palette.
(I have this tee in several colors and love it.)
And of course, Cobalt/Royal Blue…
(Available in Misses, Petite, Plus & Plus Petite)
Spring palette
The last few seasons have been really good for Spring greens.
(& the slim elbow length sleeves)
(Suggest wearing this one open as a lightweight topper over a linen tank when it’s hot.)
(Yes, it’s a sweater, but a good one to pack for travel or to throw over your shoulders in extreme air-conditioning.)
Various shades of peach, apricot, orange, and warm red are also making an appearance.
(I’m tempted by this one myself…)
(Also in PLUS)
(Bright Autumns might be able to wear this as well…)
Love this warm red, available to size 3X
I’m not seeing much Spring aqua/seafoam this season, but here’s a classic polo shirt in a lovely aquamarine…
(In Misses, Petite, Tall & Plus sizes. Some brighter Winters might be able to wear this one too…)
And pink…
(Available in Misses, Petite, Plus & Plus Petite)
Summer palette
Summers, you’ll find lots of your soft blue and white this time of year. That’s a given, so I thought I’d focus on some of your other colors for more variety.
(This color is close to Sweet Pea in your Summer palette)
(This style is a best-seller every year, also available in Plus)
(Close to “Rose Madder” in the Summer palette)
(In Misses, Petite, Plus & Plus Petite. I think both Light Summers & Pastel Springs could wear this one.)
Autumn Palette
Autumns, you have some really lovely options too. Let’s start with one I’m really excited about for you…
This “Aegean” color from Eileen Fisher ranges from your Kingfisher to Marine Navy, depending on the fabric. There are a lot of pieces available in this color, and will look gorgeous with browns, olives, camel, as well.
More in “Aegean”
I always find a lot of olives and sages, here are a few that caught my eye…
(So many autumns look amazing in this color. Also a short-sleeve option. )
(Best for Blue Autumns)
(for cool evenings, or tie over shoulders. Golden Springs can wear this color too.)
(good for Autumns & some Springs)
(This coral color is great on most Autumns!)
Interested in discovering your seasonal color palette & best colors?
Manina from Red Leopard and I will be holding a Color Event in Los Angeles, on May 17, 18, and 19. Our first event was SUCH fun, and we’re so excited to be able to offer again. We still have a few spots available, but they’re going fast. If you’re ready to make one of the best investments in your style and yourself, we’d love to see you! Book HERE.
And if those dates don’t work, you can always schedule a Personal Color Analysis with me in Los Angeles. Email me at [email protected] to schedule.
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Lovely choices Susan! Thanks so much for the curation!
Thanks Sue! I snatched up the chiffon roll up sleeve blouse in Segovia Black/Pink on sale!
In spring of 2021, Manina of Red Leopard, helped me find out I was a warm Autumn…so useful to have my little book of colours to refer to. Now, I am well versed on what suits me, and my eye only goes to clothes in my palette. Your clients will have the same experience when you two are working together later in May. Have fun!
You look gorgeous and fresh in that green top.
Thank you for posting the colors currently available by season. I greatly appreciate it and it is very helpful! Thank you for our session! I had my colors done virtually with Red Leopard and I was confident that I was an autumn. However, I struggled with my wow colors….because I felt that was very important to me. I was able to be in LA last week and had an in person session with Susan with the drapes. It was truly amazing and very insightful!!! My results were crystal clear;). I highly recommend having your colors done and to anyone considering it, I say YES YES YES! It is truly an investment in yourself and your confidence!
Hi Susan,
Love your posts. Thank you for all of your hard work & suggestions. The organic tee from Everlane listed in the winter section looks wonderful. But I cannot tell what colors would work for a Spring. Would you share the colors that would work please. what colors work for a Spring. cannot tell what colors would work for a Spring.
Thank you,
Terry
Unfortunately at the moment there’s not a lot for Springs in that one. Both the Carob and Burnt Sugar are workable neutrals for both Springs and Autumns.
Knowing your best colours is so important for buying clothes and for styling. I love that miss green colour.
Greetje
Can I find out more on season color? I was shown to be an autumn in the early 80’s when “Color Me Beautiful” came out. I have since aged and become gray but I don’t think my yellow skin tones have changed. Now there are various adjectives connected to the season. Has my season changed with age?
Hi Suzanne, we find that someone’s actual season almost never changes with age or when they go gray, but their best colors in the seasonal palette and best contrast levels may change.
I am so thrilled to have found your blog! I am at a certain age and am currently revamping my wardrobe after recently having my seasonal color analysis done, discovering that I am a golden spring. My spirit absolutely resonates with your style and seasonal palette. I will be following you closely for color and style tips!