Color Block -- Hip to be Square and Colorful

You'll also find pairings of pastels, earth tones, and a variety of contrasting colors in color block fashions. I personally prefer the dramatic statement of black and white or jewel tones. In this lens I'll show you just how prevalent this trend is today.

Shown above is a dress that I adore--it is very trendy this season when paired with dark tigthts. It's the Alice Olivia Color-Block Dress that had a MSRP of $348.00 and was spotted at neimanmarcus.com.

In this dress, white is the more predominant color with black as a secondary color.

It's the Milly Color-Block Dress that was spotted at bergdorfgoodman.com for $355.00.

Black and ecru color-block dotted jacquard. Bateau neckline; sleeveless. Empire waist. Inverted pleats. 48% acrylic, 21% wool, 18% acetate 13% polyester. Made in the USA. Dry clean only.

As you can see, you get a more subtle color block effect with earth tones. Plus, color blocking does not have to be square.

This is the Missoni Pieced Color-Block Dress spotted at bergdorfgoodman.com for $1,665.00. It's a little pricey as it's made in Italy.

Vanilla/mocha/chocolate colorblock. Portrait neckline. Three-quarter sleeves. 55% wool, 45% polycotton. Dry clean only. Made in Italy.




Karen ZAMBOS Square Neck Dress in Chain and Chocolate

Here is another reasonably-priced dress spotted at saksfifthavenue.com for only $380.00. It's the Tibi Color Block Dress.

A cap sleeve bodice is paired with an egg-shaped skirt for a thoroughly modern silhouette. Wide stitched neckline. Side zip closure. Set pleats at waist. About 21-1/2" from natural waist. Italian wool/acrylic; dry clean.




Shumaq Marlena Dress in Brown

This is such a cool and stylish dress that's rather affordable for an Italian-made dress. It's See by Chloé Crinkle Color Block Dress that was spotted at saksfifthavenue.com for $505.00.

A vanilla thermal top is paired with a butterscotch gathered skirt, finished with a dark chocolate hem.
Trim at neckline. Cap sleeves. Back zip. Side slash pockets. Thermal trim at hem. Cotton; nylon skirt lining. Dry clean. Made in Italy.

This dress was so popular that it sold out. It was spotted at saksfifthavenue.com.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Camille Color Block Dress. Sorbet shades of swingy jersey are set apart with piping. A-line shape. Tie detail at keyhole neckline. Cap sleeves with ruffle detail. Ruching at center back. Side slash pocket. Cotton/rayon; machine wash. Imported.




Parameter Block Dress in Multi

The cut and style of this Alice + Olivia Color-Block Shift Dress is definitely retro. It was spotted at bergdorfgoodman.com at an affordable price of $242.00.

Royal with black striped detail. Bateau neckline; three-quarter sleeves. A-line skirt. 85% viscose, 15% wool. Imported.

This dress is definitely a WOW, putting a twist to the fashion trend of color block. You'll definitely make a fashion statement in this Vera Wang Lavender Label Sequined Color-Block Dress spotted at bergdorfgoodman.com for $855.00.

Enhance your curves with this dazzling dress. Black/blue allover sequins. Square neckline; sleeveless. Slim skirt.

While you typically think of color block in designer dresses, it is also prevalent in designer accessories and shoes.

These Loeffler Randall Color-Block Satin Flats were spotted at bergdorfgoodman.com for $345.00.

Taupe satin. Black and blue gathered, color-blocked cap toe. Flat heel. Made in Italy.

These are the adorable Miu Miu Color-Block Ballerinas were spotted at bergdorfgoodman.com for $395.00. There was a limit on the number of these that could be purchased due to high demand!

Red, shrimp, brown, and ivory color block. Supple leather. Spectator toe and heel detail. Made in Italy.

It's patent vinyl with a top zipper closure, interior lining, front and back exterior zipper pockets, and double handles with a 5 inch drop length and a 16 inch strap length. There is an extra shoulder strap that has a 14 inch drop length and a 30 inch strap length.




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