Tonal Dressing Is the Latest Trend

have been in for some time. The trend transcends seasons proving just as popular in fall and winter as spring and summer. Hell, some shopping sites even have dedicated sections containing every twosome imaginable. But times are (slowly) changing. There’s now a real shift from going matchy-matchy to embracing tonal dressing. So what exactly is tonal dressing? Well, simply put, it’s wearing at least two shades of any color in one outfit. Think pairing bubble-gum pink with hot pink. Or blood orange with safety orange. Grass green with neon green. You get the idea. Zara is a major champion of the complementary/seemingly contradictory movement. Just a quick scan through its latest offerings highlights the sartorial impact of marrying a set of hues originating from one color. There is a method to the madness. Not every shade goes together. Even if they’re derived from the same source. Your best bet is to style darker hues with lighter variations. That way your effort can be appreciated without looking haphazard. It’s also key to buy pieces you’ll wear with other seasonal staples. Because you can’t, or rather shouldn’t, rock two or more tones all the time. After all, variety is the spice of any wardrobe. Keep reading for some easy outfit ideas that tap into the trend.

Two Tone Dressing

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Proenza Schouler Cutout Fringed Stretch-Knit Thong Bodysuit, $690 at Net-a-Porter
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A.L.C. Toby Belted Twill Cargo Pants, $495 at Net-a-Porter
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Mango Openwork Knit Top in Lime, $39.99 at Mango
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Mango Midi Satin Skirt in Green, $59.99 at Mango
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The Garment Egypt Crochet Tank Top in Toast, $415 at The Frankie Shop
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Pixie Market Beige Cotton Wide Leg Chinos, $134 at Pixie Market
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Silk Laundry Cropped Cardigan Wanderer, $315 at Garmentory
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The Frankie Shop Jule Trouser Shorts in Lilac, $112 at The Frankie Shop
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Zara Satin Effect Shirt, $45.90 at Zara
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Zara Midi Skirt With Belt, $45.90 at Zara
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Anna Quan Odil Cutout Ribbed Stretch-Cotton Tank, $300 at Net-a-Porter
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Alice + Olivia Donald Crepe Shorts, $265 at Net-a-Porter
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The Frankie Shop Melody Oversized Shirt in Blazing Yellow, $115 at The Frankie Shop
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Mango Denim Miniskirt in Yellow, $39.99 at Mango
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Live The Process Orion Bra in Holy Basil, $88 at Live The Process
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The Frankie Shop Bea Suit Pants in Melon, $229 at The Frankie Shop
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& Other Stories Cropped Cut-Out Top, $89 at & Other Stories
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Max Mara Bevanda Cotton Gabardine Mini Skirt, $575 at Moda Operandi
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Lee Matthews Stella Silk Satin Camisole, $280 at mytheresa.com
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Loup Charmant Faja High-Rise Organic-Cotton Wide-Leg Trousers, $352 at Matches Fashion
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Zara Bustier Crop Top in Pastel Mauve, $45.90 at Zara
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Zara Pleated Split Skirt, $39.90 at Zara
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COS Oversized Linen Shirt in Pink, $89 at COS
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J.Crew Ribbed Flare Midi Skirt, $128 at J.Crew
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Zara Pleated Ruffled Top, $29.90 at Zara
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& Other Stories Wide Midi Skirt in Lime, $89 at & Other Stories