Say Hello To Your Color Palette For Fall
Blacks, browns, and grays are our usual go-to's for fall but this season your palette is getting a bright power boost to help liven up your wardrobe. Back in February, the runways from all over the world told us that your favorite neutrals need a break. Fall 2019 is dedicated to the bold and the bright. You may find that color trend reports will vary but we have gathered an array of shades, tones and hues that will make you excited for this new season.
Every time the weather changes, we can depend on Pantone to tell us what colors we should be wearing. While they have their own predictions, we have our prophecies for the most wearable hues.
Keeping our melanin in mind, flip through our canvas of colors for some inspiration.
Shades of Blue
Lindsay Peoples Wagner
This color gives me earthly yet galaxy vibes. While it can be subdued because of its calm undertone, the outfit choices are endless. We predict blues in shades of bluestone, a color of quiet resolve according to Pantone, and galaxy blue which screams royalty.
Of the color palette, these shades of blue are considered the perfect primary color. Our favorite Editor-In-Chief, Lindsay Peoples Wagner, stunned in bluestone knit dress and gray booties.
Look 1: Dress (SHOP HERE)
Merlot-ish
Kahlana Barfield Brown
I like my fashion like I like my wine: merlot. Did you know that when the temperature is cooler, the tones should be warmer? Well, this tint is proof of that as it exudes strength and power with its balmy properties. Designers like Oscar de la Renta and Tom Ford showcased the hue in various ways, showing its massive versatility.
Need some inspo? Kahlana Barfield Brown is your girl! She created a stylish, merlot look by layering leather pieces. She topped it off with a matching lippie giving us so much life.
Fruit Dove aka Popping Pink
Joce Blake
Last year, it was all about millennial pink but this season it's time to cop some bright, hot pink in everything. So bright and hot that it's shocking. Pantone says that it creates a presence that can't be ignored. Jacquemus, Molly Goddard, Chanel, Valentino are all on the pink wave. You can style a suit or coat to give the tone a try.
Since pink is my absolute favorite color, I decided to make it grown and sexy by elevating a bodysuit and high waist trousers with a custom kimono.
Lime Green
Nina Aigbe
Breaking News: the neon trend is here to stay. The electric color is the vibrance fall needs as it is sure to turn heads. You can opt for an oversized sweater or a slinky slip dress; no matter your decision, you will be one to watch.
Nina donned a chic, futuristic suit and we love how she showed some skin by not wearing a top underneath. You can easily rock this look for dinner or add a ruffle top to rock it to work at the office.
Look 1: Suit (SHOP HERE)
Bright Orange
GabiFresh
In an unexpected twist, bright orange is coming for the necks of the other colors. Pantone has variations from orange tiger to dark cheddar. The names are interesting but the color is definitely one that you need in your life.
Fly girl Gabi shows us what bright orange looks like when paired with pink and it's a dream. This fall, we challenge you to pair colors from this palette as a fun fashion experiment. You can even pair this blazer with boyfriend jeans and another day pair these pants with a graphic tee.
Look 1: Similar Look (SHOP HERE)
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Joce Blake is a womanist who loves fashion, Beyonce and Hot Cheetos. The sophistiratchet enthusiast is based in Brooklyn, NY but has southern belle roots as she was born and raised in Memphis, TN. Keep up with her on Instagram @joce_blake and on Twitter @SaraJessicaBee.
ItGirl 100 Honors Black Women Who Create Culture & Put On For Their Cities
As they say, create the change you want to see in this world, besties. That’s why xoNecole linked up with Hyundai for the inaugural ItGirl 100 List, a celebration of 100 Genzennial women who aren’t afraid to pull up their own seats to the table. Across regions and industries, these women embody the essence of discovering self-value through purpose, honey! They're fierce, they’re ultra-creative, and we know they make their cities proud.
VIEW THE FULL ITGIRL 100 LIST HERE.
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THE ITGIRL MEMO
I. An ItGirl puts on for her city and masters her self-worth through purpose.
II. An ItGirl celebrates all the things that make her unique.
III. An ItGirl empowers others to become the best versions of themselves.
IV. An ItGirl leads by example, inspiring others through her actions and integrity.
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Rihanna Talks Shedding Expectations And Finding Balance As A Mother
Since becoming a mother in 2022, Rihanna has defined parenthood by her terms and hopes to pass that sense of autonomy on to her children.
For Vogue China’s April cover story, Rihanna shared her perspective on raising her two sons with A$AP Rocky, and how she hopes to preserve her children’s uniqueness, devoid of societal expectations.
"The most beautiful thing...is that [children] come into the world with their own individuality and sincerity, without any logic or conformity,” she told the publication. “Which usually makes you feel that you must fit into a certain group."
The “Work” artist, known for her trendsetting style and captivating persona, expressed her desire to support children in fully embracing their individuality and encouraging them to be whoever they want to be. "It's really beautiful to see and I want to continue to help them navigate that and make sure that they know they can be whoever they want to be,” she says.
She continues, “They should embrace it completely, because it's beautiful, and it's unique. I love them just that way."
From shattering music charts to shaking up the beauty industry, Rihanna has forged a path that has since created the “dream” life we see today. One that she says has made her parents proud of.
“I’m living my dream,” she continued. “My parents were very proud of that because they just wanted me to be happy and successful. So, I think the key thing is to find some kind of balance. Yes, balance is important. Do this and you get the best of both worlds. You can write your own life the way you want, and it will be beautiful. Sometimes, you just need to let go of everyone’s expectations and start living your own story.”
Rihanna, who shares sons, RZA, 23 months, and Riot, 8 months, with rapper A$AP Rocky, recently shared her vision for expanding her family in the future in Interview Magazine.
When stylist Mel Ottenberg asked about the number of additional children she hoped to have, Rihanna replied, "As many as God wants me to have.”
"I don't know what God wants, but I would go for more than two. I would try for my girl,” she adds. “But of course, if it's another boy, it's another boy."
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