Suppose you have a neutral-heavy closet yet a strong curiosity to try out all the beautiful color trends every season. Still, you’re very hesitant to try them out because vibrant colors often feel inorganic to your personal style. In that case, you’ve come to the right place. That’s been my reality for many years, and for some reason, I’m feeling the need now more than ever to inject some color into my outfit rotations. To do this in a way that feels natural to me, I have been leaning into a simple approach that has eased me into color exploration without it feeling overwhelming.
The trick is to add one colorful piece into the mix at a time, and there are three chic and easy ways to do this with the help of bags, shoes, or accessories like bright phone cases, sunglasses, hats, and scarves. To get you inspired, I rounded up my favorite picks from each category that reflect the current color trends: bold red, butter yellow, a variety of green shades, and more. Keep scrolling to shop a variety of outfit inspiration that will show just how effortlessly each piece can work the color trends into your wardrobe this season.
Shoes
Prada
Satin Square-Toe Ballerina Mule Pumps
$1120
A fashion-editor favorite.
ZARA
Satin Effect Heeled Mules
$50
So sleek.
BCBGeneration
Marzi Ballet Flat
$89$60
Butter yellows have my attention.
Jeffrey Campbell
Esmerelda Square Toe Mule
$160$120
These come in a variety of cool colors.
MANGO
Leather Ballet Flats With Bow
$80
Red shoes are trending.
Birkenstock
Arizona Big Buckle Sandals
$160
Comfy yet chic.
Manolo Blahnik
Strappy Leather Kitten-Heel Mule Sandals
$645
Worth every cent, IMO.
Steve Madden
Lynley Slingback Sandal
$70
A bright, strappy classic.
Loeffler Randall
Landon Soft Ballet Flat
$250$100
I can’t get these off of my mind.
Steve Madden
Jessa Kitten Heel Flip Flop
$90$60
So chic!
Bags
Melie Bianco
Sasha Bag
$98
Very into this price tag.
ZARA
Crossbody Bag
$50
Butter yellow in handbag form.
DRAGON DIFFUSION
Nantucket Basket Bag
$425
This blue is a standout.
MANGO
Stud Leather Bag
$100
Fun-bag alert.
JW PEI
Lily Faux Leather Shoulder Bag
$69
This shade of green is always a good idea.
BOTTEGA VENETA
Hop Small Intrecciato Leather Tote
$3300
A worthy investment.
BTB Los Angeles
Lucia Hobo
$185
Great for summer outfits.
ZARA
Embroidered Shoulder Bag
$70
A standout.
Melie Bianco
Willow Shoulder Bag
$98
Did I mention I’m all about butter yellow?
zara
Red Leather Mini Bucket Bag
$109
To wear with everything from dresses to jeans.
Accessories
ORNARTO
Silicone Iphone Case
$13
Obsessed with this color.
DEZI
Booked 52mm Rectangular Sunglasses
$75
Such a cool shape.
MANGO
Chain Necklace With Crystal Beads
$40
How cute!
Urban Sophistication
iPhone 15 Pro Glazed Puffer Case
$70
A whimsical find.
Italia Independent
Amalfi Sunglasses
$95
These look designer.
Le Specs
Outta Love 51mm Oval Sunglasses
$65
These give an effortless pop of color.
casetify
Impact Case
$72
I have this one and get complimented on it all the time.
J.Crew
Washed Canvas Baseball Cap
$40
To wear forever.
H&M
Oval Sunglasses
$10$3
