8 Flattering, Foolproof Color Combinations to Try for Your Next OOTD

When we talk about the beauty of fashion, we're mainly talking about audacity and effervescence, the drive to fight for what you want to wear, a vested interest in experimentation, and an unstoppable need to just have some fun. That said, openness to color is a great jump-off point for all of this.  Color is exciting, expressive, and important. We love our blacks and whites, but we also need the adrenaline that only a neon green sharp-shouldered blazer can provide. 

So, enough about neturals– let's dwell a bit on color and how to work with it. We've rounded up eight flattering color combinations to try that are not black + white or beige + brown. Ready? Take a look:  

1. Hot Pink + Black 

Need we say more? Life's too short to not be that person hitting the streets in hot pink. 

Daryl Chang wears a hot pink structured blazer by Deliver Deliver Daily with black slit pants and Balenciaga mules.  

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2. Yellow + Purple

Banana, daffodil, lemon, lilac, lavender, amethyst—any variation of yellow and purple will totally work. If you recall, these two hues are polar opposites on the color wheel chart, so it makes sense that they'll always make a flattering pair. 

Camille Co wears a white bralette, a sunny button-down, and wide leg lavender trousers. She accessorized with a pistachio bag and a pair of strappy heels in the same shade. 

Meanwhile, Laureen Uy wears two shades of purple—her inner's a pale lavender, while her parachute pants are brighter lilac. Just like Camille, she's wearing a lightweight yellow button-down. 

3. Dusty blue + Off-White 

This pairing is best for dainty, casual outfits. It doesn't take much willpower to attempt this color combo since it's a pretty mild, but it's still definitely worth mentioning. We guarantee you—it's foolproof.  

Reins Mika's in a dusty blue polo shirt, presumably a vintage one. She accessorized with the cutest off-white headband. 

Faye Balogo's OOTD: A dusty blue tee, off-white cropped jeans, Oran sandals, and a white canvas tote. 

4. Apple green + lavender 

We've been seeing this color combo a lot, and it's not hard to see why– green and purple make a striking, chic pairing! If you're planning to rock this combo (and want to avoid channeling Barney or an eggplant), make sure to pick a demure, powdery shade of purple. 

Take notes from Kim Jones and Sarah Lahbati! Kim's wearing a furry green blouse, a purple organza skirt, and strappy square toe heels. 

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Sarah's wearing a stunning printed bomber jacket by Versace. So stunning! 

5. Neon green + Black 

A good rule of thumb: Black will look good with neon, period. Georgina Wilson's bell-sleeved jacket looks so chic with that LBD. We're especially in love with the fact that the jacket and the dress are the same length! 

6. Caramel + Red 

Bloody red is a pretty difficult color to style, so your best bet is to just take the monochromatic route. A warm red orange, on the other hand, is so much easier to pair. Here, Bea Soriano-Dee styles her red sweatshirt with caramel leatherette pants. 

7. Orange + Teal + White 

Want something whimsical with a dash of the exotic? This vibrant color palette, then, is a must-try! 

Ruffa Gutierrez is wearing a cozy robe with a lively zigzag print. To balance out the 'fit, she paired it with grey wide leg cotton pants. 

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8. Red + Beige + Tan 

It's no secret that beige goes with virtually anything. That said, you can use it as a foundational hue that'll keep your outfit looking cohesive if you're planning to experiment with various colors, including red. 

Here, Heart wears a red Louis Vuitton monogram dress over a plaid button-down shirt. Her accessories? A beige Capucines and a pair of red pumps. 

Liz Uy also wears a plaid button-down, but hers takes on a more experimental shape and colorway. Streaks of green, blue, and orange make it into the mix, but the true standout is her choice of sunglasses. We're totally obsessed with this look! 

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