Laura K. Sawyier

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How to Wear Monochromatic Head to Toe

Have you ever wanted to wear a single color all over, but hesitated with uncertainty? We all want to get dressed with assurance in our choices, and sometimes we hold back because we've never tried something before. It's a new feeling, new look, new sensation that you're stepping out in. 

Is there a particular color you gravitate towards, one that incites an emotional response, but unsure of how to wear a whole lot of it? Saturate your outfit in this flattering color by adding layers of different textures and hues. Simplicity goes far — not much layering required for tonal dressing. Colorful or neutral, monochromatic dressing can be a fun exploration to take you outside of your comfort zone or deliver a daily dose of uniform dressing you've already locked in. 

When I'm working in a client's closets, I have a rule that I'm almost always in full black - occasionally I wear a white shirt ;)  I want to blend into the background, and it works. To make a full-on black outfit in my life feel like me, I choose different materials and silhouettes to keep it interesting, with a splash of gold jewelry. 

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Fuchsia

Styling Tip: Take this powerful pop of color from office to post-work dinner parties.

RALPH MASRI 18K Rose Gold Sapphire Earrings

ALICE + OLIVIA Robbie Bow-Neck Blouse

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Single-breasted wool-blend leaf-crepe blazer

RALPH MASRI 18K Rose Gold Sapphire Ring

LAURA MERCIER Paint Wash Liquid Lip Colour

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Tailored wool-blend crepe cigarette trousers

DRIES VAN NOTEN Quilted Satin Clutch Bag

GIANVITO ROSSI Portofino 70 suede sandals


Navy

Styling Tip: Bodysuits pair well with high waisted skirts (and pants) in order to stay neatly tucked, smooth, and make for an unfussy waistline.

SUMMERSALT Long Sleeve Day to Night Bodysuit

AGMES Set-of-Two Sterling Silver Rings

AGMES Sterling Silver And Lapis Earrings

HUNTING SEASON Lizard Shoulder Bag

APPARIS Cassaundra Vegan Python Duster

J.CREW Pull-on Slip Skirt

SARAH FLINT The Perfect Pump 85


Saffron

Styling Tip: Layer knits over silk with a flat loafer for a slinky-comfortable day-time look.

AURATE Diamond Square Huggie Earrings

BYREDO Black Saffron Eau de Parfum

dRA Cody Skirt

dRA Mia Top

DEAR FRANCES Cruise Loafer

AURATE Diamond Bar Square Ring

LEITH Dolman Sleeve Cardigan


Olive

Styling Tip: Go tone on tone in shades of military green, it’s never too much.

MOUSSY VINTAGE Oversized MA-1 Bomber Jacket

RAY BAN RB3546 Round Aviator Sunglasses

MAISON IREM Snake Chain Gold-Plated Choker

FRAME Le Mid Rise V-Neck Tee

PAIGE Mayslie Cargo Jogger Pant

L.L. BEAN Hunter's Tote Bag, Zip-Top with Shoulder Strap

VEJA V-12 Sneakers


Ivory

Styling Tip: When wearing whites, break up the palette with textures and subtle prints for an uber chic look.

THEORY Oaklane Admiral Crepe Trench Coat

SCHUTZ Bette Snake-Embossed High-Heel Booties

ALEXIS BITTAR Crumpled Metal Post Earrings

VICTORIA VICTORIA BECKHAM Neck Tie Shirt

VICTORIA VICTORIA BECKHAM Wide Leg Trousers

YSL BEAUTE Glossy Stain Lip Color

TOM FORD T Tote Day Shopping Tote Bag


Lavender

Styling Tip: Bring on spring and suit up with kitten heels for all day wear.

LIZZIE FORTUNADO Oasis Necklace

REJINA PYO Phoebe Lizard-Effect Leather Mules

VERONICA BEARD Renzo Pants

VERONICA BEARD Fogg Dicky Jacket

ESSIE Minimalistic

VINCE Essential Crew Tee


Noir

Styling Tip: To create dimension in all black add interesting elements and different textures.

LOEWE Midnight Bucket Bag Leather Medium

SARAH FLINT Ilene x Gravati

AUDRA Drawstring Trench

ANDERSON'S Skinny Satin-Finish Leather Belt

PAIGE Hoxton Straight Ankle Jeans

VINCE Slim Fitted Blouse

WYETH Billie Fedora Hat


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