Monday, March 9, 2009

The Clash

Color combinations once considered taboo are now de rigeur! Pink and red? Yes! Orange and green? Absolutely! Purple and orange? Sure! Anything goes!
Runway coverage courtesy style.com except where noted otherwise.
3.1 Phillip Lim
Albino
Aquascutum
Chris Benz
Christian Dior
Custo Barcelona; this and next two via nymag.com
DKNY
Eley Kishimoto
House of Holland
Iceberg
Isaac Mizrahi
Issa
Julian Louie
Luella
Marc by Marc Jacobs
Marc Jacobs
Matthew Williamson
Detail photos via nymag.com
Mulberry
Ossie Clark
Paul Smith
PPQ, via nymag.com
Thakoon
Vivienne Tam

What to wear? Be creative with color blocking solids that were once thought to clash; or buy a frock that takes up the idea, like this Richard Nicoll draped silk dress; this and next available at net-a-porter.com.
Thread Social silk twill dress
Marquito and Blowman body con dress; this and next at asos.com.
Alice Palmer asymmetric multi-colour knit dress.
Get with the clash, darlings!
xoxox,
CC
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64 comments:

  1. www.janetteria.comMarch 9, 2009 at 10:30 AM

    I adore all of them! Everybody brave. Let's go girls! Haha!

    xoxo: Janet

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  2. Black Patent StilettosMarch 9, 2009 at 10:50 AM

    Never thought those combinations could look so good together. Thanks for showing us that they can! :-)

    blackpatentstilettos.blogspot.com

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  3. NemeraeMarch 9, 2009 at 11:00 AM

    I can's stand pink with red, sorry... I just like the first two ones, good combination!! and also purple+yellow!
    xx

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  4. WendyBMarch 9, 2009 at 11:44 AM

    Pink and orange is one of my favorite combos.

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  5. kathleenMarch 9, 2009 at 12:09 PM

    Wendy B- I agree! I LOVE pink and orange. I went nuts over Dior's collection a couple of seasons ago with that Valley of the Dolls-like vibe. Thank you CC - I am hooked on your blog.

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  6. WanderlustingMarch 9, 2009 at 12:28 PM

    I'm actually a firm believer that pink and green go splendidly together and red and purple always looks regale.

    Great post, it's good to break out of the ordinary!

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  7. KeithMarch 9, 2009 at 12:29 PM

    I love them all. It's definitely some wonderful colors. I didn't know some of them would look so well together, but they do.

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  8. Fifi FlowersMarch 9, 2009 at 12:37 PM

    Hmmmmm... I just don't know about these ensembles! However the purse on the head might come in handy when carrying a lot of shopping bags. Or when you're at a place you do not want to set your purse down.
    ENJOY your day!
    Fifi

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  9. La Belette RougeMarch 9, 2009 at 1:01 PM

    I am loving the orange and purple and pink. I wouldn't dare wear it but I do like it.

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  10. WinnieMarch 9, 2009 at 1:02 PM

    I love love clashing colours. I think they're fun and break up any sort of routine to your clothes. Definitely shows that you have a more fun side to dressing up too!

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  11. AnonymousMarch 9, 2009 at 1:23 PM

    What a great post to start the week with! I'm loving the purple/orange and the pink/orange combos :-)

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  12. AlineMarch 9, 2009 at 1:30 PM

    I love this post!!!

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  13. LisaMarch 9, 2009 at 1:40 PM

    I love pink and orange together, as well as orange and green.

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  14. HemalyMarch 9, 2009 at 2:10 PM

    That Issac Mizrahi hat made me lol so much! I love all of the colors.
    Thanks for the compliment!

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  15. prettyneonsMarch 9, 2009 at 2:50 PM

    Now clash I can do, as I'm always clashing my outfits anyway, example:
    today I'm sporting a... electric blue cardie a abstract 50's style bold, brush stroke floral print T-shirt
    followed by an neon orange pleated skirt and last but not least...fuchisa ribbed tights. Oh and as if that wasn't already OTT I've pooped a polka dot bow in my hair, ha ha! For good measure.
    OK that's enough of the outfit description, me think's!
    Peace and Bows...
    Prettyneons

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  16. paulistanangelinaMarch 9, 2009 at 2:51 PM

    Hey sweetie! I love clashing bright colors. The Thakoon fur is to die for and so is the Alice Palmer on shoulder dress.

    Great selection as always.

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  17. AnonymousMarch 9, 2009 at 2:51 PM

    I love every mix of color.... nothing is forbidden ! ;D

    Fantastic post, REALLY !

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  18. TiffanyMarch 9, 2009 at 2:59 PM

    fantastic post! I love mixing together unexpected colors but always fear that I look weird. I'm gonna have to try out some of these.

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  19. prettyneonsMarch 9, 2009 at 3:23 PM

    well thank you, I will ponder over the outfit post... However I feel I'm best sticking to the writing, and leave the outfit post's to those who truly do it best, ha ha ;)
    However I *promise I will consider the suggestion.
    Bye for now,
    Peace and Bows...
    Prettyneonsx

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  20. JojoMarch 9, 2009 at 3:24 PM

    I love bright colours but sometimes get scared of clashing but it can totally work and will def be a trend I could rock this summer. Hopefully if the sun comes out so will my colour clashing...

    http://josclothes.blogspot.com/

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  21. JojoMarch 9, 2009 at 3:31 PM

    Hey thanks so much for the lovely comment. Your blog is so informative it's great.

    My waistcoat was a brilliant buy and can instantly up the edge on any outfit...

    http://josclothes.blogspot.com/

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  22. RebirthMarch 9, 2009 at 3:35 PM

    im so excited about this trend..... i am always worried about color clashing. but now i can clash as much as i want...lol
    great post darling

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  23. hope505March 9, 2009 at 3:42 PM

    Awesome pictures! It's definitely spring, isn't it...
    <3 that Chris Benz dress!! !! So feminine!

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  24. erika soroccoMarch 9, 2009 at 3:57 PM

    A purse on the head - only Mizrahi would come up with something that clever.

    By the way, I'm going to take your advice and make that picture my profile pic when I get home tonight! :)

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  25. Dallas ShawMarch 9, 2009 at 4:00 PM

    that bright red is my fav color right now.

    dallas
    http://dillydallas.blogspot.com

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  26. Tina { Luphia Loves... }March 9, 2009 at 4:12 PM

    i love the yellow & purple combo!

    xx

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  27. FrankieMarch 9, 2009 at 4:14 PM

    I do love a good clash x

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  28. Tasha FrankenMarch 9, 2009 at 4:24 PM

    Thanks for the comment! :)

    http://natashassoiree.blogspot.com/

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  29. SeekerMarch 9, 2009 at 4:28 PM

    Love all of this. I'm a colour clashing lover. Now it's my time... lol
    But I'm in a black mood, what's happening????
    Just a phase I assume, because I'm brave enough for all of that.

    Are you going to do your ABC for Spring? I can't wait for it. it's always soooooooooooo good.

    <3

    xoxo

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  30. GuapólogaMarch 9, 2009 at 4:35 PM

    I love the crazy combinations in some shades, they look so shining!
    Wow with the 'purse-hat'!!

    Besos!

    Simone

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  31. Marsi @ The Cottage CheeseMarch 9, 2009 at 4:39 PM

    Pink & Orange are fabulous when well paired (looks like many of us love this combo). I really love almost every one of these looks, and would wear many of these outfits - if only I were fabulous enough to carry it off...

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  32. Jadore-FashionMarch 9, 2009 at 4:54 PM

    I am liking the pink and green and orange and pink. love the Richard Nicoll drap dress--great color combination!!!
    hope you had a nice weekend!! thanks for the well wishes ;)
    xoxo
    stella

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  33. Susana RodriguesMarch 9, 2009 at 4:56 PM

    Hi CC
    I'm a dark colours lover lol although I loved your post because you chose amazing outfits, with fabulous coloured combinations!
    xoxo
    Su

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  34. Frieda l'écuyèreMarch 9, 2009 at 5:51 PM

    I think mint green, this week !

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  35. HollyMarch 9, 2009 at 5:54 PM

    ive always been a lover of pink + red together. and i NEED that thread social dress!!

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  36. SyedMarch 9, 2009 at 5:59 PM

    Colourrrrrr :) LOVE it, I would happily wear any colour combination, bring it on. I am indeed rather pleased to see this trend, I have never been one to avoid clashing colours, provided it is done with a careful eye.

    The Luella blue and green combo was delightful, as was the Paul Smith. And I loved the vibrancy of Matthew Williamson.

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  37. oniomaniaMarch 9, 2009 at 6:01 PM

    wow so much colour.... my eyes hurt.

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  38. Toni AlexisMarch 9, 2009 at 6:19 PM

    wow i love the dior! what a beautiful and colorful post :) hope you are well!
    xoxo

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  39. essenceMarch 9, 2009 at 6:30 PM

    I like mixtures of these colors, very impressive and I love 3.1 Phillip Lim and Albino looks,
    great great post as always!

    xoxo

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  40. StacyMarch 9, 2009 at 7:03 PM

    So much color!

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  41. shopinchicMarch 9, 2009 at 8:08 PM

    As they say, anything goes! Of course sometimes it takes just
    a little chutzpah!

    Terrific post~

    ~Shop In Chic~

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  42. HekMarch 9, 2009 at 8:09 PM

    All colours go together, just look at nature, the flowers and butterflies have all types of wild colours:)
    I like all of these combinations, but the ones from Phillip Lim are incredible!

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  43. AnonymousMarch 9, 2009 at 8:29 PM

    Wonderful combinations! I adore the purple frilly blouse with the red pencil skirt - it's darling.

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  44. SecretistaMarch 9, 2009 at 9:09 PM

    I'm digging the clash. I don't know if I'm too daring to try it, but I like what I see.

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  45. TrishMarch 9, 2009 at 9:23 PM

    COOL. I love all of it!! Nice job, CC! Thanks for the suggestion on what store should I go to, btw. Really appreciate it!! :)

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  46. Graça Ventura MedeirosMarch 9, 2009 at 9:30 PM

    just love the last four dresses! kiss

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  47. freeteymeMarch 9, 2009 at 10:28 PM

    I noticed those color combination in the confessions of a shopaholic too. I didn't think they would work but it looked great. Cool post!

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  48. phamzyMarch 9, 2009 at 10:45 PM

    i like the last two photos dear. those dresses are so colorful! they good to lift a lonely day!



    http://ckuf-info.blogspot.com/

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  49. EmzMarch 9, 2009 at 10:57 PM

    I love the color of the collections you picked! The world needs more color =)

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  50. TMarch 9, 2009 at 11:22 PM

    I love all the colors -- it's just like a big, glamorous rainbow. Love it!

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  51. estherMarch 9, 2009 at 11:24 PM

    Love it. One of my favorite things is purple and red.

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  52. gybe ♥March 10, 2009 at 12:06 AM

    i love all this photo!!!
    so wonderful colors :' )

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  53. AnonymousMarch 10, 2009 at 2:10 AM

    Totally loving the Upside down tulip dress..

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  54. SparkleQueenMarch 10, 2009 at 4:01 AM

    I kinda like the whole 'clash' on the outfits! I like the unexpected-ness of it. & it's how I like to wear my clothes too. :)

    E

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  55. Annabel Wendt (LoveMore)March 10, 2009 at 5:02 AM

    oh yes oh yes i totally agree! right now you can pretty much wear any colours together and it will look brilliant! the brighter and bolder the better too! i love it.

    also glad you agree 19pairs of jeans is normal! haha

    love LM xxxx

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  56. AnonymousMarch 10, 2009 at 5:30 AM

    Albino and Mizrahi clors were fabulously put together. This season was mismatched to a tee!

    [K]

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  57. SaraMarch 10, 2009 at 6:38 AM

    Wow i love these combinations!!

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  58. Terence SamboMarch 10, 2009 at 7:57 AM

    Waiting anxiously for spring :o)

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  59. AnikaMarch 10, 2009 at 9:26 AM

    CC, once again you've outdone yourself. This article is sheer genius!

    I reckon I'd wear all of it. The secret to clashing colours is to do with attitude, right? ;)

    Hope you're having a fab week.
    p.s. Congrats on the 5 under $50 feature :)

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  60. Brook and LynMarch 10, 2009 at 9:45 AM

    If you don't try you won't know right? My favorite is the PL.

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  61. carolineMarch 10, 2009 at 9:49 AM

    This post is so interesting a surprising! i love clashing...in middle school kids always made fun of me for wearing pink, orange and red...i was just so far ahead. hehehe
    have a fab day!
    xox

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  62. UnknownMarch 10, 2009 at 3:54 PM

    I am definitely a fan of the color clash. I used to keep myself pretty in line with the official permissible color palette, but now I love combining unexpected colors, ESPECIALLY pink and red!

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  63. HoneyBunnyMarch 11, 2009 at 7:30 AM

    Cool! I love red and green combination:))

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  64. SasiMarch 12, 2009 at 1:51 PM

    Gosh, I love those looks with red and green together!

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