To many, the idea of dressing yourself or your home in a bright color can be intimidating. Certainly one of the last places you’d go for inspiration is your child’s crayon box; however, that’s exactly where you should be looking! All the vivid colors we shy away from as we enter adulthood are represented here in perfect accent form. Accessorizing is the ideal way to add a touch of color for those who tend to be color shy, and we’ve found some perfect ways to do it! Whether it’s with a brilliant scarf or handbag from Bella Jules, dazzling jewelry from Sorrelli, vibrant makeup from Bell Tower or bright upholstery fabrics from Saylor House, you’ll add excitement and bring a renewed look into your closet and home with versatility and ease!
Crushing on Orange.
Vibrant orange is a color most are not inclined to reach for first, but as an accent to white in the summer and tans in the fall, it’s that added injection of color that can keep a look from falling flat. If you’re feeling extra bold, couple orange with complementary blues.
Upholstery Fabric in Harmony Reef, $68/yard, Saylor House; Bracelet, $225 & Earrings, $45, Sorrelli; Laser Cut Handbag, $59, Coral Purse, $49 & Ombre Scarf, $25, Bella Jules; Nars Nail Polish, $20, Lip gloss, $26 & Eyeshadow, $25, Bell Tower
Green With Envy.
The color green tends to be associated with nature, connoting feelings of serenity. It also can be quite rejuvenating and an especially perfect accent color for those who prefer neutrals. Against black, these green accents would glow especially brightly!
Scarf, $25 & Clutch, $45, Bella Jules; Moser Meadow Upholstery Fabric, $78/yard, Saylor House; Bracelets, $110-115, Earrings, $45, Ring, $80 & Necklace & Earring set, $300, Sorrelli; Nars Eyeshadow, $25 & Eye Pencil, $24, Bell Tower
Red Hot.
No color commands attention more than red. It exudes a strong and powerful energy. Reach for red when you want to show off your confidence. It’s chosen most frequently by extroverts, but even the most introverted can spice things up by adding these accents to their look and home!
Upholstery Fabric in Newcomer Ruby, $36/yard, Saylor House; Necklace Gift Set, $180, Earrings, $45 & Bracelet, $95, Sorrelli; Clutch, $40 & Scarf, $25, Bella Jules; Nars Lipstick, $32, Bell Tower
Not-So-Mellow Yellow.
Cheerful, sunny yellow is an attention seeker and is considered an optimistic color. It is said to increase mental concentration. Need a boost in your mood? Yellow is the answer! Use it as an accent to grays or tans, and you’ll achieve a gorgeous color palette.
Upholstery Fabric in Memorable Lichen, $54/yard, Saylor House; Necklace, $145, Rings, $50-60 & Earrings, $45, Sorrelli; Clutch, $45, Bella Jules
Out of the Blue.
Those who are drawn to blue are said to be conservative, reliable and trustworthy. We love the idea of combining different hues of one of the most popular color choices. Darker blues can act as a neutral, while the bolder blues can be an added excitement to your look or space.
Necklace, $225 & Bracelet, $145, Sorrelli; Clutch, $49 & Infinity Scarf, $15, Bella Jules; Nars Eyeshadow, $29 & Eye Paint, $25, Bell Tower; Sullivan Mist Upholstery Fabric, $42/yard, Saylor House
Sources:
Macarons c/o – The Well Dressed Cake, 713 Penn Avenue, West Reading, 610.376.2253, TheWellDressedCake.com
Flowers c/o – Through My Garden Gate, 4977 Kutztown Rd., Temple, 610.401.6538, TemplePaFlorist.com
The Store at Bell Tower, 18 State Hill Rd., Wyomissing, 610.372.6379, BellTowerSalonSpa.com
Bella Jules Fashion Boutique, LLC, 700 Penn Avenue, West Reading, 610.208.0600, BellaJulesBoutique.com
Saylor House, 1291 Penn Avenue, Wyomissing, 610.816.7161, SaylorHouse.com
Sorrelli, 220 W. Main St., Kutztown, 610.894.9857, sorrelli.com
By Andrea Folino | Photos by Maria Stamy, Maria Stamy Photography
