Monochromatic Outfits Are Trending In 2021

The idea of dressing from head to toe in a one-color may seem to be a bit boring to you. But think about it for a moment. It is one of the easiest ways to look like a million bucks. Now, don’t get stuck on thinking about just wearing black from head to toe. Try dressing in your favorite color dress and shoes or an all-white denim jacket, tee, and jeans. Monochromatic outfits take the guesswork out of getting dressed. Plus, it adds a totally chic element to your look and outfits. Life and fashion are now easy with this simple strategy of embracing a monochromatic style. And currently, monochromatic outfits are trending for 2021.

Woman wearing a monochromatic white and off white outfit!

Remember: You can keep the monochrome look interesting by varying the materials’ textures and shades to your outfit. We are not trying to be perfectly matchy in our monochromatic outfits, with their colors coming from the same palate. Let’s also look at your accessories such as handbags to jazz up the look!

Let Your Shoes Make a Statement!

Red shoes adding a pop of color to a monochromatic outfit.

Feeling a bit adventurous: Add a splash of color with your accessories! One bold way to top off your monochrome look is to wear a pair of statement shoes. 

Mix Shades Of The Same Color For A Monochromatic Style

An example of shades of the same color being used for a monochromatic outfit.

By wearing a darker color on the top and a lighter shade on the bottom is a creative way to step up this monochromatic trend. Any way you do it, one color in different shades can produce a lot of interesting outfit ideas with monochromatic looks.

Try Mixing Patterns

Monochromatic outfits work with pattern mixing.
Blush on Blush Patterned Look

When dressing from head to toe in a single color, it may feel boring, but don’t forget patterns. Get creative and remember your pieces need not be in the same shade. Let your skirt have one pattern and shade. Then choose a top in another pattern, such as shown in the photo above. A slight variation in patterns and shades of color can make your outfit definitely more interesting.

Woman wearing a monochromatic style with a long scarf.

The mixing textures is an excellent way to keep an outfit interesting.

A chic monochrome outfit takes the guesswork out of getting dressed. With this strategy, pulling together an outfit has never been easier because you won’t have to worry if two pieces coordinate.

Woman wearing a monochromatic outfit with contrasting accessories.

Another way to make monochromatic outfits stand out, stick to one pattern and pair it with pieces in a similar color. Now, if you are feeling adventurous, add a pop of color to your accessories.

How are you feeling about the monochromatic trend for 2021? What are your favorite color combinations?

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  1. I am on a huge monochromatic kick recently! In fact, that was the theme for this month’s Good Buy/Good-Bye Book. There were so many beautiful monochromatic outfits submitted for more inspiration! You look fabulous in your monochrome outfits, Rosemary. And I really love the style ideas you shared. Thanks for joining us at the Stylish Monday link up!

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