This Summer's Top Color Trends to Mix and Match

This Summer's Top Affordable  Color Trends to Mix and Match

[Beautiful girl on beach with summer collection]

Summer is a season of bright colors, but there are a few shades in particular that you'll soon see everywhere. For a long time, searches for these five colors have been gradually increasing in popularity on global shopping sites Lyst and ShopStyle, and a fast swipe through Instagram shows that many influencers are already wearing them in their summer wardrobes. Here are the top color trends to look out for this year, as well as tips on how to wear them no matter what your style is.

BRIGHT PINK is the first color that comes to mind.

During the election, a flurry of women wore Argent's hot pink suit, but Barbie-approved hues have continued to rise in popularity all through 2021, with no signs of slowing down. Instead of a formal suit, a flowy maxi dress or voluminous midi would feel more breathable and relaxed in the summer sun. You can also add a few pops of color here and there, such as a bright handbag with a floral sundress or casual jeans, or a button down shirt with neutral colored short.

2. GREEN SAGE

[Beautiful girl with green dress]

This pale, springy shade does not draw as much attention as bright pink, but it is distinctive in its own right. Sage, like camel, brown, and beige, has a luxe vibe to it, even though you're wearing less expensive pieces rather than designer duds. And, like those light brown shades, it can quickly migrate from spring to summer to fall, so if you do plan to splurge, it may be well worth it. To really let this delicate green shine, pair it with other lighter colors like white, tan, or any pastel, rather than bold patterns or bright pops.

EMERALD GREEN is the third color on the list.

Green is the It color of 2021, whether it's because of our newfound appreciation of nature or because we're all drawn to its relaxing vibes. The most common variation after sage is deep emerald, which is usually reserved for the holidays or the winter months. However, it turns out that it fits just as well for summer, as long as it's paired with muted tones rather than a plethora of other gem tones or brights. If you just want to add a few other colors to the mix, stick with white, gold, or brown shoes, or paler hues.

SKY BLUE (No. 4)

[Beautiful girl with sky blue dress]

Unlike sage green, this light hue is equally at home on its own and as a backdrop for more vibrant hues. It looks especially good when combined with bright pink, but it can also be worn as a neutral with just about any other color. However, our favorite way to wear it is with other blues, such as cobalt or cerulean, and gold jewelry.

YELLOW (5th)

[Beautiful girl with yellow dress]

This year, mustard yellow and even neon are having a moment, despite the fact that most women are sticking to pastels. Many people believe that yellow is a difficult color to wear, but all you have to do is find the correct shade for your skin tone. Daffodil, lemon, or superbright yellows suit those with cool undertones best, while buttercup, goldenrod, and honey tones suit those with warm undertones.