Well Red

Fall this year is filled with red. I’m really feeling this trend because just about everyone looks amazing draped in this color.  Valentino, Dior, Nina Ricci and Dolce and Gabbana all have fabulous frocks in crimson this fall, but who can afford such glamor? Not I, so I’ve been searching for items that are more affordable or perhaps just one featured red statement piece to carry me through the season. One beautiful red piece worn correctly will turn heads.

Dolce and Gabbana Fall 2013 Runway

Christian Dior Fall 2013

Antonio Marras Red Wine Riding Hat – $160

Banana Republic Graphic Stone Necklace – $79

Gap Cinnabar Red Leather Bag – $98

Hunter Red Bradwell Rubber Short Boots – $115

JCrew Cabernet Minni Pant – $118

Michael by Michael Kors Red Cowl Neck Dress

Red Ray Ban Aviators – $160

RGB Nail Polish in Classic Red – $18

Toms Pink Seasonal Slip Ons – $63

Uniqlo Natural Cella Birtwell T-Long Sleeve – $19

Styling note:

I still prefer mixing red with grey and camel colors, not necessarily black. You have to be quite careful mixing those two bold colors, done the wrong way, it’s just plain cheesy.

Also, pay attention to the undertones of the red you choose – some have more blue and some have more orange. Choose the wrong red undertones and you may wind up clashing with your skin tones. This is especially true for lipstick. For example, when I pick a more orangy-red, my teeth wind up looking more yellow. Ick.

xo

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Equine vet pharmacy tech, equestrian, chef, mother and lover of fashion :) View all posts by Tack and Tweed