Fall Fashion Colors

Fall Fashion Colors

Traditionally fall fashion color trends came from the warm color palette and included conventional colors such as brown, red, orange and gold. Every year at New York Fashion Week, Pantone, the most widely recognized color standard in the world, surveys designers and collects feedback on the most prominent color collections. According to the Pantone fall fashion report, there is a shift towards cool hues with bright undertones. Top fall colors chosen by designers for include:

• Blue Iris is blue with undertones of purple.
• Royal Lilac has red undertones.
• Shady Glade is a true green.
• Caribbean Sea is a turquoise blue.
• Aurora Red is a true red.
• Shitake is an understated neutral that is the color of a mushroom.
• Withered Rose is a pinkish rose with brown undertones.
• Twilight Blue is a twist on classic navy.
• Burnt Orange is a rich warm color of orange.
• Ochre is a traditional yellow with a hint of mustard.

Black remains a classic staple in fall fashion lines. It looks great when paired with a trendier color and always looks fashionable no matter what the season. Neutral colors are a fall classic as well. Tans, grays and off-whites are great basic colors that fit into any wardrobe and pair well with the new shades of fall.

Still popular from past fall seasons are rich hues including wine, espresso brown, gray with violet undertones, green moss, deep turquoise and, of course, black.

Fall Color Trends

Fall colors can be seen not only in fashion but in makeup and interior design as well. Designers create their lines based on what colors are popular for the season. Many fall fashion trends are based on fall colors and reflect the hues of the season.

As soon as summer is over, it is time to try out fall fashions in the latest shades of the season. Some fall fashions to check out include:

• DKNYC Ombre V-Neck Empire-Waist Silk Dress is available at Macy's and its rich berry color is perfect for fall.
• BCBG Max Azria Plum Quilted Cuff Coat in a rich plum color.
• Ralph Lauren Wool-Blend Crewneck Sweater comes in an assortment of fall colors including bright purple heather, black, charcoal gray and oatmeal.
• Old Navy follows the fall trend by featuring its crochet trimmed flutter top in Zeus Blue which is a rich hue that looks almost navy.
• Banana Republic's fall collection includes silk tie neck blouse in a turquoise blue silk and double breasted cardigan in eggplant. All of their fall collection feature rich tones of purples, grays and blue.
• Juicy Couture's fine gauge turtleneck is available in essex green which is a bright green resembling the color of grass.

Color Styling Tips

Always be aware of what colors look good on you when shopping for fall clothes. The latest color trends do not work for everyone. It is best to stick to the basic colors and add pops of new fall shades into your wardrobe. Pair a green top with a basic pair of black pants or try a cashmere wrap in a rich shade of purple. A handbag in a bright fall color will update your look and add a surprise pop of color to any outfit. Remember to wear what works best for you and you will look stylish no matter what!