Go Nude....but in clothes!

From Lanvin to Fendi to Chloe, the designers are keeping their colour base neutral, focusing their collections on the lighter side of the colour spectrum.

(All available at ENVY)

This season when nude is mentioned everyone automatically thinks the peachy colour which is evident everywhere.  This can not be worn by everyone as our complexions are so different that it drains many of us.  But the palette of nude colours is so vast that there is one to suit everyone....it is just finding it.  Peaches, beiges, silver greys, creams, check which one makes your skin glow.

If the silver grey is too close to your skin tone, go with the muted peach, but please try it – trust me, you will be pleasantly surprised!


Pale works with pale.....full outfit of pales– but if in doubt, team it with a slick of vibrant red lipstick and an extra dusting of bronzer.


Nude “Romantic” Look


Spring’s nude shades lend themselves perfectly to a romantic look; think subdued shades of pink and beige combined perfectly with ruffles and lace. ENVY Boutique has the perfect mix to start building your romance infused look

 Metallic footwear is a good mix with these colours.


Nude “Simple” Look



Keep it looking clean with a relaxed white tee and loose beige linen tousers or vice versa....beige on top, white below.  Cut off 3/4 length trousers are nice and smart  yet allow you to show off nice naturally or fake-tanned (moi) legs.  Wedges and clogs are being chosen as the footwear of the season.  If you not in to wearing these stilts then little pumps are just as popular and even more so since the 'I will never wear flats' Victoria Beckham teamed them with a little smock dress recently.  Comfort is the name of the game for many, especially if you have children to run after (I have gone from 4 inch heels over the last few years to flats....trying to keep up with my 3 rascals) or chores to do.

 

Nude “Ecletic Rocker” Look


Nude can also work in a harder way for a more eclectic look. Layered nudes over pale colours teamed with dramatic make-up.
 Tunic tops are a fantastic transitional item between winter and spring. ENVY have a beautiful black and white stripe top/dress (depending on your height!) with stone coloured net overlay €60. Combine this with some casual linen or skinny white jeans for a funky look.

 Even if you add a little cardi like the one pictured available at ENVY, it adds the nude romantic look to your outfit.  Soft with detailing of chiffon rosettes gives a soft mix to the whole look.

If you’re still not convinced, stick to accessories.

Pearls in nude colours can even change an outfit as a neckpiece is the nearest thing to your face, chunky pearls are available at ENVY from €15.


(extracts and original image from whatshewears)