While Pantone has dubbed Living Coral the color of 2019, we’re throwing our support behind another contender: orange. Whether it be of the sherbet variety (a close cousin of Pantone’s pick) or a more pumpkin-y hue, orange is definitely having a moment.
You can trace the renaissance back to the Spring 2018 shows when safety orange dominated the runways. Then the Fall 2018 and Spring 2019 offerings kept the trend alive, especially in neon form . And if you’re thinking the color’s popularity will wane in the new year, guess again. The recent Pre-Fall 2019 collections were an orange lovefest with a large portion featuring the vibrant color.
The street style crowd also has an orange crush. From preppy twinsets to prairie dresses and even quilted coats perfect for layering, the eye-catching hue will probably still be popular outside next month’s Fall 2019 shows. And adding a little orange is a great way to brighten up your winter wardrobe.
Orange can be a tricky shade to pull off so we rounded up outfit ideas from the runways and the streets to provide some colorful inspiration.
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Not ready to go all the way orange? Opt for a skirt suit with an orange floral pattern and pair the pieces with a basic white tee and kicks.
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Even Gigi Hadid is getting in on the orange action. The model layered the vibrant hue for extra punch with her draped moto jacket drawing even more attention to that strategically buttoned shirt. The lacy bottom half of her orange trousers highlighted her floral footwear.
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Make a neutral skirt and white boots bolder with an orange crew-neck sweater.
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Camo pants are an easy way to add a little orange into your life. Teamed with a black tee, a collarless teddy coat and black boots, the pants really make a statement.
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Tame an orange snakeskin dress with buckled boots.
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Roll the sleeves on that classic orange tee and style it with a corresponding floral skirt. Switch out your sneaker laces for an bright orange pair for a cohesive finish.
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An all-black look gets a boost courtesy of that orange jacket.
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Go wild with an orange leopard suit. An orange mini bag worn crossbody and black sneakers only up the ante.
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Orange pants update any look. Try teaming them with an out-of-this-world tee, a maroon sweater sported crossbody and a camel coat.
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Add an orange quilted jacket under your statement trench for warmth and sartorial points. A black suit, snakeskin shoes and an extra pop of orange via a bag polish things off nicely.
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Tackle two trends at once by stepping out in an orange patterned prairie dress . A classic tan trench and black boots make it city-appropriate.
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An orange twinset bolsters navy bottoms. The straw bucket hat , chain-link bag and green kicks are all necessary.
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Orange stripes really pop against their blue and white counterparts. Carry a mini bag in a different color and cap things off with white sandals.
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An orange turtleneck really stands out under a clear raincoat. White cargo pants and sneaks keep the focus up top.
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Make an orange patterned dress work for winter by switching out the slides for black tights and boots. Wrap it up with a cardigan to stay toasty.
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An orange-red shirt and jeans is a winning cold-weather combo. Especially if you also incorporate a logo bag boasting both shades and gilded boots.
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Top off a melon-colored midi skirt with a cozy ivory sweater for a winter-ready look. A brown suede bag and brown ankle boots add warmth.
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Jazz things up with an orange patterned suit paired with a black top and black pumps. Bonus points if you can find matching shades.
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Orange perks up plaid like no other. Pair an eye-catching plaid jacket (preferably Prada) with a white tee, brown pants and black pumps. Striped bag optional.
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Orange and rust red go together surprisingly well. Try teaming a rusty hoodie with an orange pleated skirt and red embroidered boots for added kick.
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Flaunt that orange lining on your bomber jacket by wearing it off the shoulders of a green ruched dress. White boots cap off the look perfectly.
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Combine an orange turtleneck, a muted orange cardigan and rust-colored pants with elastic cuffs for a warm and cozy look. Colorfully patterned slides, a blue bag and statement earrings are cool finishing touches.
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Complement orange plaid pants with a more tartan-inspired scarf. Secure your scarf with an orange crossbody bag to pull it all together.
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Don’t be afraid to pair the neon version of fashion's It color with other ultra brights. Just include a grounding element, like a pretty patterned skirt.
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Spice up a sherbet-colored suit with a sheer black top and complementary boots.
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Layer a neon orange zip-up under a tan suit to show you mean business. Black accessories are a great way to break up the look.
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Since everything animal print is still trending, favor tiger prints to keep the bright color in play. Layer a fierce button-down under a matching coat for a double dose.
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Brighten up winter by slipping on an orange turtleneck under a cozy brown teddy coat. Black pants and matching boots help winterize the look.
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An orange ombre dress is an edgy way to embrace the trend. Skip the fringed bag and leather gloves, but keep the black flats.
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Play up a cropped orange sweater and black pants combo with a black top-handle bag boasting an orange panel. Wrap things up with your go-to trench and bicolor boots.
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Ready to go into orange overload? An orange ribbed turtleneck sweater, flashy earrings and a darker coat really come together paired with blue jeans. Orange socks tucked into purple pumps and a spot of orange on your bag fill the quota.
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Take a two-tone approach by sporting a lighter turtleneck under a more pumpkin-y hooded coat. Reddish brown pants and white mules only enhance the effect.
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Bring out the orange accents on a dress with a quilted coat. Keep your footwear neutral to avoid conflict.
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A black blazer over a turtleneck is a winter staple. Turn things up a notch with an orange patterned midi skirt to break up all that black.
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The in-your-face hue even works in eclectic ensembles. Your best bet is to rely on a cool coat to supply the shade and then build your look with rich reddish colors and winter whites.
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Make orange the centerpiece of your outfit by coordinating a sherbet shearling-lined coat with the accents on your plaid bag. Keep the rest of your look far from basic with a Burberry check shirt, track pants, crew socks and kicks.
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