Monotone, Not Monotonous

       Do you dare to twirl into color this Spring? Eye-catching monotone fashions- sporting one color from head to toe- are a bold alternative to this season's color-blocking trend and the new monotone is anything, but monotonous!  For Spring '13 Gucci drew inspiration from the primary colors by utilizing hues of emerald, candy red, cobalt, daffodil, and sunset orange to create some of the season's brightest looks.  Unlike the drab offerings of traditional monotone- black, white and grey- these single hued fashions are bubbling with youthfulness.
     You already knew that black was slimming, but that's not the only color that can make you seem leaner and longer all over.  The same simple, but genius logic applies when you rock a bright monochromatic look.   If you're afraid of looking too matchy-matchy when sporting this trend, play with different hues in the same color scheme.  This will ensure that all of the parts of your ensemble are not identical shades of one color.   But if you're really feeling brave don the exact same color from head to toe and then go all out by choosing matching accessories.
       First timers should try easing into the trend with an eye-popping suit.  For example, pair a blouse or top in a lighter or more intense shade of the same hue as your pant for contrast.  Different textures will also give a monotone look some life.  Break up the monotone by adding a patterned blouse that picks up the color of your skirt or pant.  The best part about these solids is that they're great investment pieces. Because they are so basic they can be worn with anything already in your wardrobe.  Challenge yourself to embrace color in new ways this Spring and revitalize your life in the process.