I rarely wear red, except as an accent, but when I found this dress at the thrift store, I thought it would be perfect for the holidays. So, here I am: a redhead wearing red. I like wearing pink, so I’m used to breaking old school rules, but I’m not sure how I feel about this one. Red is probably not my colour, let’s just say.
I’m also not sure how I feel about a red and black pairing, where black is the accent not the predominant colour, but I needed a cardigan, so there it is. I suppose I could have attempted a bolder colour pairing but I was experiencing some holiday fatigue, and decided to go for something (a) simple, and (b) not too eye-searing. I will say that, accessorizing issues aside, this old-ish (?) Anthro dress is quite nice – soft, comfy, and flattering. It’s got pockets too, which always comes in handy (no pun intended). The ruffle detail around the necklace is a nice touch. Altogether, not bad for $13 and change.
Isn’t it funny how certain color pairings are off-putting to some? I, too, share the distaste for red-and-black (though you make it look wonderful, don’t get me wrong). I tend to lean towards pairing red with navy, but being careful to not let the outfit shout “HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY!!” š
I love red and black pairings, just in different proportions. Red accents in a black (and white) outfit? Perfection! But black as an accent for red (or black and red in equal measure) just seems … too loud to me. Probably because I find red a bit overwhelming in large doses.
I love red and black pairings, just in different proportions. Red accents in a black (and white) outfit? Perfection! But black as an accent for red (or black and red in equal measure) just seems … too loud to me. Probably because I find red a bit overwhelming in large doses.
Red is definitely your color!
Thank you š I do love me a red accent (and my red hair, of course)
Aw you look beautiful!! Great dress š
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Thank you š
I think that’s a great dress on you, both in color and in cut. I actually LOVE pairing red with black, regardless of which is the dominant color (I’m actually wearing a black and cream dress with a red cardigan and red shoes today)…but those were the team colors of my high school, so I’ve been seeing them together for ages.
See, I think red in smaller doses (or in several items) is fantastic. Or maybe all-over red. I don’t really know why certain pairings of black and red seem “off” to me. You might be right about the impact of familiarity …
I think you look great in red. I still think the best colour I’ve seen you wear was a dark green (I know cliche) but red is still very cute.
I know what you mean about the holiday fatigue. I’ve been wearing either black and white or red and grey since Jan 1st (those are my non-fail combos)
There was some fatigue last week for sure, but I’m super pumped about being back at work – at least as far as getting dressed, LOL! It helps that I bought a bunch of new stuff š