Most women talk about how great it would be to do a wardrobe overhaul. They feel like they have nothing to wear. They’re bored with their clothes. But be careful what you wish for. Instead of a complete revamp, most of us need to reframe our stylish outfits as per our liking.
As you look through the ten stylish outfit examples below, consider how adding just one new color this season will help breathe new life into your wardrobe.
If you need a place to start, consider these four questions:
- What trending color(s) do you already have a small amount of?
- Would adding a pair of shorts, a skirt, or a cardigan in that color expand your outfit options even more?
- How about looking for a pair of shoes in a spring color?
- Would a small purchase like a faux leather shoulder bag, cute beaded earrings, a scarf, or fashionable flip-flops give your outfits a fresh and stylish springtime boost?
Today’s Spotlight Color
Bright Pink
Adding an item or two in a new color can be the missing link that helps you mix and match your shorts, skirts, and T-shirts in new ways. Let’s look at 10 ways to combine bright pink to create a stylish outfit.
10 Stylish Outfits With Bright Pink as basic Color
Outfit #1 – Bright Pink + Navy Blue
The blue denim shoes and light blue shoulder bag add the perfect touch of trendiness. If you regularly wear navy or denim, those pieces could be a great addition to your spring wardrobe.
Adding something in navy linen or a linen blend could be a beautiful seasonal wardrobe enhancer, especially if navy is already a neutral you love wearing.
Outfit #1:
- Bright Pink flutter sleeve T-shirt
- Navy Blue flared linen trousers
- Navy Blue thread wrapped hoop earrings
- Blue Denim slingback wedge pumps
- Light Blue shoulder bag
Accent colors: Blue Denim (pumps) and Light Blue (bag)
Jewelry: Navy Blue
Outfit #2 – Bright Pink + Pale Yellow
You may grew up believing that yellow is not your best color. But it’s only been a couple of years since I started wearing it. And I can’t believe how many compliments I get and how much I love wearing this color.
If you can relate, T-shirts and tank tops are a fabulous way to dip your toe in the water and try a new color.
You could always wear pale yellow pants instead of bright pink so that the yellow isn’t close to your face if you like the color but feel it’s not very flattering on you.
Outfit #2:
- Pale Yellow short sleeve V-neck sweater
- Bright Pink wide-leg crop pants
- Gold petal stud earrings
- Bright Pink and Pale Yellow geometric print neck scarf
- Tan ankle strap sandals
- Tan leather tote bag
Accent color: Tan (sandals and tote)
Jewelry: Gold
​Outfit #3 – Bright Pink + Light Gray
The stylish outfit examples we are exploring are inspirations to help you envision how the color pairing could look in real life. For instance, bright pink may not be a color you particularly like.
If that were the case, you can quickly glance at this outfit and see that teal is one of the accent colors.
And if you like a teal and gray combination, you can start to visualize how you could add a bright pop of color by switching how you wear the colors. For example, you could wear a teal or light gray top instead of a bright pink one.
Outfit #3:
- Bright Pink hoodie tunic top with SPF 50
- Light Gray Bermuda shorts
- Silver and Teal enamel hoop earrings
- Light Gray lightweight sneakers
- Teal crossbody bag
Accent colors: Light Gray (sneakers) and Teal (crossbody)
Jewelry: Silver and Teal
​Outfit #4 – Bright Pink + Coral
Want to celebrate your wedding anniversary? You cannot afford to miss this outfit example in honor of the colors of your wedding day.
The bright pink roses in a bouquet would make you look stunning against your dress alongside the white sand beaches.
Outfit #4:
- White linen blend camp shirt
- Bright Pink crop cuff pants
- Coral, Pearl, and Gold embellished hoop earrings
- Coral espadrille wedge sandals
- Coral leather top handle bag
Accent color: White
Jewelry: Coral, Pearl, and Gold
​Outfit #5 – Bright Pink + Mint Green
Here’s the perfect example of using a soft springtime color to kick up an outfit’s style factor. You wouldn’t have to wear the tank top with a blazer.
Instead, you could wear a different layer, like a jean jacket. You could also wear the tank top like a camisole under a V-neck pullover, blouse, or hoodie, so only a hint of it will show.
There are a myriad of ways to combine these two colors. So, let your inner artist have fun creating a stylish outfit that suits you perfectly.
Outfit #5:
- Bright Pink notch collar blazer
- Mint Green scoop neck tank top
- Dark wash straight-leg jeans
- Gold skinny belt (if needed)
- Multicolor Crystal and Gold hoop earrings
- Mint Green slide sandals with kitten heel
- Mint Green small leather shoulder bag
Accent colors: Dark Blue (denim) and Gold (belt)
Jewelry: Multicolored Crystals and Gold
​Outfit #6 – Bright Pink + Blush Pink
In the previous outfit, you saw bright pink paired with a soft shade of green. We’re using a similar technique here but keeping it more monochromatic instead of using two complementary colors.
That’s why an elegant outfit given below is an example to showcase one way to pair these colors together.
But you don’t have to wear this stylish outfit type when choosing a monochromatic look.
Outfit #6:
- Blush Pink drape neck sleeveless top
- Blush Pink wrap (if needed)
- Bright Pink satin midi skirt
- Rose Gold bar drop earrings
- Pinky Nude strappy sandals
- Light Mauve clutch
Accent color: Pinky Nude (sandals) and Light Mauve (clutch)
Jewelry: Rose Gold
​Outfit #7 – Bright Pink + Chartreuse
If you are living in sunny Florida, Chartreuse is everywhere. There are so many different ways to wear it.
Shorts are fun, playful, and sporty, as seen in this stylish outfit example. So, if you wanted stylish outfit ideas for adapting this summery color pairing to your wardrobe, you could swap:
– The bright pink tank top for a white one
– A graphic T-shirt with these colors on it
Or
– Skip the cardigan and wear a solid, bright pink top
You could also change the outfit look by wearing a bright pink sundress with chartreuse sandals, flip-flops, etc.
And if you’re nervous about adding chartreuse to your wardrobe, it pairs beautifully with neutrals like navy, gray, and white.
Outfit #7:
- Bright Pink fringe cardigan
- White cotton and linen blend tank top
- Chartreuse linen high-rise shorts
- Mother of Pearl and Gold disc drop earrings
- White canvas sneakers
- Pearl White circle crossbody bag
Accent colors: White (sneakers) and Pearl White (crossbody)
Jewelry: Mother of Pearl and Gold
​Outfit #8 – Bright Pink + Lilac
If you’re considering or have already incorporated lilac into your wardrobe, white is a fantastic color for bringing an outfit together.
Navy is also a terrific neutral to pair with lilac and bright pink. You could easily swap out the lilac ankle jeans for dark wash jeans. Or instead of a bright pink jean jacket, you could wear a navy blazer or cardigan.
Outfit #8:
- Bright Pink jean jacket
- White crewneck t-shirt
- Lilac slim ankle jeans
- Silver hammered disc earrings
- Lilac soft cushion flip-flops
- Bright Pink drawstring crossbody
Accent color: White
Jewelry: Silver
​Outfit #9 – Bright Pink + Black
There are so many ways to pair bright pink and black together to create stylish outfits. This particular outfit would be stunning for a wedding or celebratory dinner plans.
But if you don’t have a situation like that planned this spring or summer, how about wearing black ankle pants with a bright pink eyelet top? Even a bright pink T-shirt can liven up a winter wardrobe full of black pieces.
You can often find handmade jewelry at art fairs with touches of bright pink—something to keep in mind to jazz up your spring stylish outfits.
Outfit #9:
- Bright Pink pleated asymmetric hem dress
- Black knit jacket
- Silver teardrop earrings
- Silver layered pendant necklaces
- Black pointed-toe pumps
- Black leather hobo bag
Accent colors: None
Jewelry: Silver
Outfit #10 – Bright Pink + Light Blue
Here’s an updated classic outfit that’s simple to put together. You can choose camel for the accent color because it gives this cool-toned color pairing some warmth.
The great thing about these stylish outfit examples is you can play around with the accent color(s) to your heart’s content.
If you prefer not to wear light blue next to your face, you could wear a camel-colored top with bright pink pants.
You could also wear bright pink inspired stylish outfits that contain:
- Camel knit blazer
- White tank top
- Light-wash jeans
- Bright Pink belt
- Bright Pink flats
It truly depends on your style, comfort level, and the pieces you already have in each color.
Outfit #10:
- Light Blue lightweight V-neck sweater
- Bright Pink stretch fabric pants
- Camel belt (if needed)
- Two-tone love knot stud earrings
- Bright Pink knit pointed-toe flats
- Camel woven tote bag
Accent color: Camel (belt, handbag)
Jewelry: Two-tone
Stylish Outfit Ideas by: Michelle Sachs (The Weekly Hue)
Wrap Up
Are you excited about adding a new color to your wardrobe? We would love to hear what you come up with! Feel free to share your newly restyled combinations with us.
