Fashion
9 Fall Colors That Work Just As Well For Spring — Blake Lively, Lea Michele, Cate Blanchett, and More Prove It
Take a peek into your closet. Chances are you’ll find shades of yellow, pink, mint green, and powder blue — alongside pretty floral prints and seasonal stripes — peering back out at you. And while these hues are must-haves for spring, that doesn’t mean all of your fall shades have to be pushed to the wayside the second warm weather makes its first appearance. In fact, thanks to inspiration from celebs like Cate Blanchett, Blake Lively, and Charlize Theron, it’s easier than ever to transition your typical fall hues into fit-for-spring ensembles. Click through for nine ways to do just that.
Brilliant Burgundy
A rich burgundy hue may scream fall, but when worn in a monochromatic, embellished, and sleeveless ensemble — like the Georges Hobeika number Olivia Munn sported at the 2014 Sports Spectacular Gala — it takes on a breezy spring air.
Brilliant Burgundy
Another simple way to bring burgundy to spring: Show a little (or a lot of) leg with a thigh-high slit, like actress Blake Lively did in her Gucci gown at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival opening ceremony.
Basic Black
Sure, LBDs like Jessica Chastain’s Alexander McQueen number can work all year round, but they get an extra spring in their step when paired with a rainbow-bright heel.
Basic Black
Get your all-black ensemble spring ready by choosing a dress, blouse, or jumpsuit with an intricate lace overlay that shows just a slight peek of skin, like Charlize Theron’s Christian Dior number at the A Million Ways to Die in the West premiere.
Elegant Emerald
Master your girls’ night out look this spring by opting for a one-shouldered frock in a dazzling emerald hue, like the Lanvin dress Julianne Moore hit the red carpet in at the Mockingjay Part 1 premiere in France. Bonus points for the sleek high bun and bright jewelry.
Elegant Emerald
The sophisticated shade gets a major boost come spring when worn in a slinky satin fabric and super-short hemline, like the Blumarine dress Lea Michele donned at the Fox 2014 Programming Presentation.
Neutral Navy
Give this staple fall color a sexy spring makeover by choosing a dress or skirt with a sheer, detailed overlay — like the one on Elizabeth Olsen’s Elie Saab Couture number at a recent Godzilla premiere — that shows off subtle glimpses of skin and is light and airy enough for warm weather.
Neutral Navy
Navy looks anything but boring when paired with a graphic print in a contrasting hue or a structured, futuristic top, like the Delpozo piece Cate Blanchett wore to a recent photocall in Cannes.
Gorgeous Gray
Keep gray from looking dreary come spring by wearing the hue in a sexy silhouette, like the off-the-shoulder, curve-hugging Cushnie Et Ochs dress Sophia Bush wore to the 2014 NBC Upfront Presentation. Add a little extra sparkle with complementary accessories, like an icy blue clutch, metallic pumps, or bright earrings.
