How to Style Pastel Clothes

It all started with Pantone declaring rose quartz (a dusty pastel rose) and serenity (pastel blue) as the colors of 2016. The fashion world went bananas over the shades. The colors kept popping up in everything from magazine spreads to music videos to street styles. So to help you sort through this madness, we have put together this list. If you want to keep up with the trends, here a few Indian designer clothes that will keep you at the fashion forefront. Don’t be mistaken that pastels are only for summer and spring.

1.       Go monochrome - Pick a single color palette for your entire outfit and stick with it. You can go for Indian designer clothes like this Shisha rose saree dress which gives you the grace of a saree with the ease of a dress. To make the look even more monochromatic, wear a pair of strappy dusty rose pink and tint your lips in a similar soft shade of pink. Put your hair up in a chic chignon or a high ponytail with a golden clasp.

2.      Pair with neutrals - Think your pastel is too dull like this dove-gray Elfina dress by The Bungalow? Simply pair your pastels with neutrals to make the pastel piece pop out in your outfit. Accessorize by stacking thin silver rings. As a final touch, add a thick velvet choker in black. For shoes, go for a pair of nude, strappy heels.

3.      Pastels with embroidery - Plain pastel may seem boring. So switch up your style game by wearing it in different prints, textures and fabrics. Take this peach anarkali churidar by Ridhi Mehra which is another example of Indian designer clothes in pastel. Lace and detailed embroidery can sweeten your outfit for a more fashion-forward look. Not only that, it makes it easier to accessorize with metallics mesh or studs or sparkles. This is the perfect look for a bridesmaid.

4.      Potpourri of pastels - Want to go for a pastel soft yet bold look? All you have to do is create a potpourri of pastels by mixing them together. Take this minty green daisy dress by Eka, a brand specializing in Indian designer clothes. Pair a dove gray scarf with it to make it more fall appropriate. Or wear a pair of light washed denim jeans in boyfriend-fit to keep your legs warm in the winter months. Keep the hair and makeup simple. You can wear your hair in simple, beachy waves.

5.      Switch it up with bright colors - What if you bought into the trend too much and now only have a closet full pastel clothes? Don’t worry. Put an edgy spin to your softer pastels by pairing them with bright, fun colors. To take it even further, you can go neon to get a more striking balance between soft and vibrant. For this look, all you need to remember is to not wear heavy accessories. With this sky blue daisy dress, you can wear neon tights. Or instead try wearing an electric pink lip color.

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6.      Denim to the rescue - When you’re at your wits end as what to do, reach out for your denim. Create a classic and timeless look by pairing this Daffodil dress by The Bungalow (another brand making Indian designer clothes) with a denim jacket and a pair of skinny jeans. Even better if you can find a denim jacket with a flannel or faux-fur lining and you’ll be all set for those nights out-and-about in town.

How many pastel Indian designer clothes do you have in your closet?