Sage: Color Trend Forecast
- Cat Falvey
- Apr 15, 2020
- 2 min read
Updated: Jul 8, 2021
My latest obsession: natural pastels. Yes, you read that right.
Faded washes of pastel shades are popping up everywhere right now. From fast fashion sites to SS20, these fresh takes on traditional springy hues are taking over.
“She had expressed herself, as women will, in a smug broadside of pastel shades.”
Forget everything you know about pastels. These are not your mother's '80s church florals.
pistachio
This light sage shade dominated the runways during SS20 fashion week. Among other muted colors, pistachio debuted in the form of flowing silk a-lines and light-wearing satin suits. This color was seen at countless notable shows, including Marc Jacobs, Ulla Johnson and Alexandre Vaulthier.
Marc Jacobs PHOTO: Vogue RUNWAY
get the look:
image 1:
Fitted Tailored Jacket in 'Pistachio,' VVB Spring Summer 2020
Victoria Trouser in 'Pistachio,' VVB Spring Summer 2020
Ruched Shoulder Sleeveless Top in 'Green Stripe,' VVB Spring Summer 2020
Photo: @victoriabeckham
image 2:
Box Cut Bra in 'Matcha,' Set Active
Leggings in 'Matcha,' Set Active
Photo: @kkeeaattoonn
lilac
Light hues of purple are a Spring staple. However, this shade somehow combines paleness and vibrancy to create a feminine, yet modern take on a classic. In the spirit of androgyny, this traditionally dainty shade is now being seen splashed on tailored suits and sheer layers.
LOEWE PHOTO: HYPEBEAST
get the look:
image 1:
Photo: @weworewhat
image 2:
Doreen Dress in 'Lilac,' Tiger Mist
Photo: @caro_e_
baby blue
The universal symbol for a sunny summer day: blue skies. Light blue is another SS commonality, but this year, it's the prints that really bring this shade to life. Baby blue is popping up on the runway and in commerce. Mid-tier brands like Missguided, Nasty Gal and Forever 21 recently filled their shelves with this peppy pigment. We all know that gingham has blown up on blogs and trendy Instagram accounts in the past year. When combined with baby blue, bold patterns like this create the 'it' look for this summer.
Pretty Little Thing PHOTO: Pretty Little Thing
get the look:
image 1:
Gingham Two-Piece Set, Forever 21 Photo: @catherine_falvey
image 2:
Classic Sweatpant in 'Dusty Blue,' Les Tien
Mock Neck Raglan in 'Dusty Blue,' Les Tien
Photo: @weworewhat
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