Blush. That color moment since you’ve been seeing a lot of this color. It’s not quite pink, nor nude. It’s a definite cross of the two–verging and a pinky nude. Call it the pink for the beginner. Ironically, pink is a color that according to my coloring, will look good on me. Well, at least I think anyway. But, I haven’t ever really been a pink wearer. I mean I did attempt this bold pink dress, yet I never felt like myself. In blush however, I do. It’s subtly pink and perfectly neutral. It’s a color you might be seeing more of rose quartz being one of Pantone’s colors of the year. Recently, during a holiday trip in the month of February, I picked up both this blush sweater and blush flats.
*Looking at these pictures, I’m noticing that blush items look more nude than pink. Perhaps that’s the magic of this color–it goes both ways.
Go Ahead, Blush!
I’ve done some searching for you. Choose the item you’d like, and I found it in blush.
Softest Tee: Over at J.Crew they’re known for the softest vintage tees; take your pick in either crew neck, scoop neck, or v-neck. Or take all three!
Jeans: Blush denim is the perfect signal that spring is here!
Culottes: Imagine how chic these (p)leather culottes would be all year long; wear them with a white tee in the summer, white shirt in the fall and spring, and a white cashmere sweater in winter. This mixed fibre pair could also be an option. Nothing wrong with a piece this versatile!
Skirts: This sheen version is the perfect updated ballet skirt. (This matching top turns the outfit into the smartest co-ord.) Or, for some boho chic go with suede with this button mini (I have a very similar version, and I love it!) or this fringe asymmetrical.
Dresses: This simple ruffle dress could be worn to work, the beach, or even to bed. Most importantly, it looks comfortable! Then, there’s this versatile maxi dress that can be tied in three different ways!
Lace: This robe, oh! Click the link just to see how beautiful it is. For sure, one would feel so sexy in this! And then, this romantic dress. Goodness, it’s just gorgeous.
Swimsuits: I’m not sure if a blush swimsuit would pass or if it would just look like underwear, but with a color blocking one piece, it would be no problem. (Plus black on the bottom is sure bet for slimming!)
Shoes: Opt for strappy flats or strappy heels–either way this nude color will elongate many a leg. Or, for making legs look longer, try strappy over-the-knee boots!
Blush: Remember? That makeup that we brush on our cheeks? The namesake of this trending color, blush. Well, NARS makes one, called Impassioned, and it is the best color I have ever found for my cheeks! It surprised me as it seems like it’s barely present, but it’s a sensational color.
Wanna Blush?
Here are all the items mentioned up above in a visual slideshow for your window shopping pleasure. Shop away!
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This post has been linked up to Catherine’s #iwillwearwhatilike. It has also been linked up to Jess’ Turning Heads and to my fellow Fab 40s friend Dawn Lucy’s Fun Fashion Friday Link up.
You’re so right Ann—I think this blush pink trend takes on the colors around it. It’d be so interesting to have you wear it with a brighter pink and see if it photographs differently (or against a different colored background).
I love my blush shoes for that reason—in certain light they look beige, and then sometimes pinkish!!
jodie
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I know you’re right. I wonder if they’ll change color. I bet it all would in front of blue or something. I’ll have to give it a try. Since this sweater and flats I’ve also purchased a suede snap skirt. Now that one I love–it’s on serious repeat. These shoes, even though they’re flat not so much since I’m turning into this tennis shoe wearing woman! Hhaha! Thanks for stopping by Jodie. I always love your comments! Mwau!! Love, Annie
Aww, Mary Kelly! This comment makes my day!! I’m so happy to see you commenting here. And, it’d be my pleasure to round up some perfectly blush items for you. It is DEFINITELY a color for you. I’ll send an email. Thanks again for stopping by Dear MK!! Love, Annie
I can SO see you in a flowy palazzo pant jumpsuit, and taking over the world like only you can, Annie. This colour, it’s weaving some magic over you. It’s making your skin look FLAWLESS and rosy, and, well, magical xoxoxo
Thank you Sheela. As a result I keep purchasing more and more in this color. As if I needed one more off the shoulder shirt, BUT just got one! In blush!! Strap me down and don’t let me enter Forever 21. Seriously, that store should sponsor me!! My whole wardrobe is from there–hence Forever 41!! And thanks for the palazzo pant jumpsuit idea. I’m on it!! A x
Really? Depending on your coloring you might need to go with the blue blush or the orange blush–if that makes sense. It could go either way–kind of like how reds either have blue in them or orange. Out of those two colors, which looks better on you? And yes, to blush shoes!! Thanks for stopping by and commenting Susan. Love, Ann