Fashion Color Report- Spring 2014

Megan Peterson

This years top ten colors for Spring 2014 steer away from the traditional hues and give a bit of a modern twist with pastels and vivid bright colors to create a unique equilibrium. The colors are inspired by blooming flowers, travels abroad and strong, confident women who want to refresh and revive their wardrobes.

Top 10 Colors for Spring 2014-

– Placid Blue

– Violet Tulip

– Hemlock

– Sand

– Paloma

– Cayenne

– Freesia

– Celosia Orange

– Radiant Orchid

– Dazzling Blue

Placid Blue:

Like a picture-perfect, tranquil and reassuring sky, induces a sense of peaceful calmness. A must-have item for Spring 2014 in this color would be a boxy top done in different fabrics from eyelets to printed poplins. It’s modern, yet playful and is a perfect fresh take on a classic t-shirt shape.

Violet Tulip:

A romantic, vintage purple that evokes wistful nostalgia. A must-have item for Spring 2014 in this color would be a ivory and violet tulip scalloped lace dress with a flared skirt. It is a feminine and flirty piece that you can dress up or down.

Hemlock:

Is s summery, ornamental green that provides a decorative touch that’s very different from the greens of recent seasons. A must-have item for Spring 2014 in this color would be a form fitting dress with short sleeves and fun shapes and lines for the design.

Sand:

A lightly toasted and amiable neutral that conjures images of the beach and the carefree days of the summer. A must-have item for Spring 2014 in this color would be short flirty dress with a baby-doll feel and black leather sleeves.

Paloma:

Serves as a quintessential neutral that is interesting enough to be worn alone or combined with any color for sophisticated poise. A must-have item for Spring 2014 in this color would be an easy button-up shirt-dress with a ribbon tie around the waist.

Cayenne:

Is a high-pitched red that adds a dash of spicy heart to neutrals and heightens the excitement when mixed with other bright contrasting colors. A must-have item for Spring 2014 in this color would be a floaty, long, slip dress in ranging colors of the Cayenne to Bombshell Red or Boudoir Blush.

Freesia:

Is a blazing yellow that is sure to illuminate wardrobes this season with its tropical and floral-inspired shade. A must-have item for Spring 2014 in this color would be a jumpsuit with flared pant-legs paired with a dinner jacket in Precious Amber.

Celosia Orange:

Is an optimistic and spontaneous hue that can be paired with Violet Tulip for a captivating vision of a setting summer sun. A must-have item for Spring 2014 in this color would be a Flamingo, Candy Pink and Celosia Orange t-shirt dress with a beaded front.

Radiant Orchid:

Is a bold counterpart to Violet Tulip that adds confidence and vivacity when mixed with other bold colors. A must-have item for Spring 2014 in this color would be short baby-doll dress with a Jacquard pattern on it.

Dazzling Blue:

Is a scintillating and strong vibrant color that pairs well with pastes and other bold colors. A must-have item for Spring 2014 in this color would be a tropical-print slip dress with a Cayenne colored floral design on it.