How to Nail Colorful Monochrome Suiting
Let's face it: color can be intimidating. In a culture that's high on neutrals and understated palettes, the thought of showing up at the office wearing an all-red pant suit can feel daunting. Even though bold colors have become more prevalent in mainstream fashion, they still remain more of a special thing, something you do occasionally and in measured doses. That's why most of us will reach for a bold red blouse and pair it with the quintessential black pants. Or tone down the bright yellow cami by layering it under a beige suit. Color is just not something you overdose on, according to the creeds of old money aesthetics, effortless style, street style, and most other contemporary fashion codes. But the thing is, fashion is about shaking up the routine and expressing one's individuality. And one of the most effective ways to show some personality is to indulge in bold color, from head to toe. That's where colorful monochromatic outfits come into play.
There are a range of ways to do monochrome outfits. You could go for a bold maxi dress with matching shoes, a mini dress with matching tights, a matching skirt and turtleneck sweater, or simply a pant suit. Here are colorful suit outfit ideas to inspire you to disrupt the neutral humdrum and make a statement.
1. Purple Suit with Oversized Blazer
Purple is a rare color when it comes to suiting which makes it a great choice to spice up your wardrobe. This Ronny Kobo oversized linen blazer and high-waisted linen pants caught my attention thanks to their modern fit and those shapely shoulder pads. The linen material was also a plus for comfortable Summer wear. I wore this colorful suit with a purple bodysuit to play up the monochrome vibe. I finished the look with metallic silver shoes and leather crossbody bag to jazz up the purple hue without distracting from it.
2. Orange Pant Suit
I am very partial to wide-leg pants. I find them easy to style and super versatile. For this look, I opted for a bold orange linen pant suit that I styled as an elevated casual outfit for work and weekend outings. Even with the beige top, the suit still gives off a monochrome vibe thanks to its saturated hue. A rule that I like to follow with bold color is to keep the pieces classic and simple. And this orange suit definitely checks that box.
3. Sleeveless Blazer with Wide-Leg Pants
Vests, waistcoats, and sleeveless blazers have been having a moment and I have embraced them as an alternative to blazers during the Summer. The appeal of this outfit is the exaggerated wide-leg pants and the belted safari-style sleeveless blazer. The pockets add a chic and utilitarian touch to the look. This is the perfect ensemble for office days when paired with classic pumps. This look can also be worn more casually when paired with more relaxed shoes such as platform espadrille sandals and an oversized leather shopper tote.
