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Rockin' colour blockin' trend

Published: Monday | July 23, 2012 Comments 0
This is a hard one, but we can't seem to get over the patterned blue and green colour combo or the meshed detail to the dress that gives the look a slight provocative sexiness. Perhaps it is all in the eyes?
This is a hard one, but we can't seem to get over the patterned blue and green colour combo or the meshed detail to the dress that gives the look a slight provocative sexiness. Perhaps it is all in the eyes?
A little denim goes a long way and one can never go wrong with this trendy pair donned by Lauri-Ann along with an orange chiffon top and two toned blue heels accessorised perfectly with silver jewellery.
A little denim goes a long way and one can never go wrong with this trendy pair donned by Lauri-Ann along with an orange chiffon top and two toned blue heels accessorised perfectly with silver jewellery.
It's still summer, and although we might all like to dress up, just keeping it simple and fun is also a part of the game. Jelly sandals paired with this multicoloured stripe summer dress are perfect for those hot days.
It's still summer, and although we might all like to dress up, just keeping it simple and fun is also a part of the game. Jelly sandals paired with this multicoloured stripe summer dress are perfect for those hot days.
Risky business? Colour block this season with prints, making a statement that's not too bold. The bold lips with the shoes to match are the perfect addition to stay ahead of the rest in the game of fashion.
Risky business? Colour block this season with prints, making a statement that's not too bold. The bold lips with the shoes to match are the perfect addition to stay ahead of the rest in the game of fashion.
Stylishly bold? Nothing says fun more than a pleated salmon-coloured skirt paired with strappy sandals and a colour- blocked chiffon top. The blue lips give it that over-the-top dramatic effect.
Stylishly bold? Nothing says fun more than a pleated salmon-coloured skirt paired with strappy sandals and a colour- blocked chiffon top. The blue lips give it that over-the-top dramatic effect.
A fusion of mixed patterns such as stripes and polka dots are on trend and a definite must-have this season.
A fusion of mixed patterns such as stripes and polka dots are on trend and a definite must-have this season.
Simple, subtle comfort? Ladies go for maxi dresses for comfort, and understandably so. Lauri-Ann pairs her blue and white striped maxi dress with red heels for that pop of colour.
Simple, subtle comfort? Ladies go for maxi dresses for comfort, and understandably so. Lauri-Ann pairs her blue and white striped maxi dress with red heels for that pop of colour.

Garfene Grandison, Gleaner Writer

Women have been spearheading fashion globally, even moreso in Jamaica. So, naturally, they will be on trend with the season's hottest must-haves.

Following our well received colour-blocking feature for men, we focus today on helping women mix and match.

Colour block is not a new trend, but it is definitely back this season.

What is colour blocking?

Colour-block fashion combines the use of two or more blocks of colour to make the perfect stylish ensemble. It ranges from tops, bottoms, dresses, shoes to accessories, handbags etc. To simplify, it means creating an outfit by putting areas or blocks of solid colour next to each other. It can include monotone, bright colours, muted colours, contrasting and complementary colours. Clothes, shoes, handbags and accessories can all feature colour-block designs or can make up different blocks of colour to be put together for a colour-blocked outfit.

You need to be careful while following the colour block trend as it is easy to go wrong with it. The best way to pair colours is to begin with neutrals such as black, white, brown and gray. In this way, your colour-block outfit will look more polished and not haphazard.

Why should you do the trend?

Apart from it being the new buzz in the fashion world everywhere, there is another gripping reason that you ladies will love. It can be used to hide the flaws of your body. As we all know, dark colours have a slimming effect, so colour-block those baby-fatty arms and wide midsections with dark shades and keep the rest of your outfit light and colourful.

Generally, a colour-blocked outfit will work best if you stick to the usual rules for your body shape. If you are pear shaped, opt for darker colours on the bottom half. If you are apple shaped, avoid horizontal blocks of colour around the stomach area, but highlight legs with colour blocks created by brightly coloured tights. If you are hourglass, a colour block around the waist is a great way of highlighting it and drawing attention to your 'coca cola' bottle figure.

Keep the following tips in mind if you are going to consider the colour-blocking technique.

1 Don't be shy to experiment. Any colour combination is fantastic if you can pull it off properly.

2 Do not combine more than four colours. Simply put, you don't want to look like a rainbow, or worse a clown, with pics of you going viral on social media.

3 Choose what you want to colour block and keep the rest of your look simple, unless looking like a Rubik's cube is your style.

4 Never ever ever combine two colour-blocked items. That's a colour-block no-no.

It's summer, the season of muted tones. It's time to paint the town in all colours possible and have fun blocking colours Be bold! Be stylish!

CREDITS: Make-up by: Paul March
840-5420

Models: Kerri-Jade Ashley
Lauri-Ann Chin

Clothing provided by: Image Etc
28-30 Orange Street
Kingston
Tel: 922-8932

Shoes by: Ignite EtcShop
#4 Village Plaza
Kingston 10
Tel: 906-3042

Photographer: Gladstone Taylor

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