The soft, neutral colors of blush and beige pair perfectly together. We often here the term “neutral colors,” but what exactly does that term mean? In fashion, neutral colors include hues like beige, black, gray, brown, ivory, taupe and white. Neutral usually means “without color,” and specifically highlights the colors you don’t find on a color wheel. These neutral, earthy hues can be mixed with the slightest amount of vibrant color, to create faint undertones of navy blue, dusty pink, charcoal gray and muted yellow.
Furthermore, in color theory, a tint is the mixture of a color with white, which increases lightness, and a shade is the mixture of a color with black, which reduces lightness. A tone is produced either by the mixture of a color with gray, or by both tinting and shading. There really is a method to this color-mixing madness and below I will explain my insanity a little more!
When styling neutral colors, they can be paired with similar, light hues such as white and beige or beige and taupe, or contrasted with a light tint and dark shade such as brown and beige or grey and black. As a fashion lover, style blogger and sartorial mixologist, it is fun to try pairing colors together to see what looks good. One of my favorite flawless looks is the beige, tape, and ivory combination. A camel jacket, a tan sweater and some white denim will always be so timeless to me.
I styled this blush and beige outfit by pairing this soft and slouchy knit sweater with my new favorite blush wide leg pants, which are only $20! I layered on some of my stackable Gorjana rings and paired my jewels with one of my favorite Madewell necklaces that I’ve had for years. For a contrast of materials I styled this look with my rose Gigi New York ‘Catie’ bag that I got at New York Fashion Week. Oh and yes, my initials do spell TEA I can’t wait to style these pieces with other items in my wardrobe. In a perfect world I’d be shopping, styling and shooting all day! Oh a girl can dream…
Styling a neutral color palette is part of my new wardrobe revolution. This season I am trying to aim for a neutral palette and grow my collection from there, essentially everything will match! As I mentioned in my outfit post, Autumn Color: Camel and Maroon, I think the shades camel, maroon, dusty rose, nude and brown all mix perfectly. It is always fun to dive out a little bit and try other colors, but this season I’m trying to stay focused! I think one of my biggest fashion flaws is buying that one crazy stand-out item that will sit in my closet with the tag on for years. With a neutral colored-wardrobe, styling will never be an issue! I’m trying to start with the basics and work my way up.
Tell me in the comments below, what is your favorite neutral color?
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Ashley DTKAustin
November 3, 2016Such a cozy sweater!! And those pants are beyond fabulous!!
tayloraube
November 3, 2016The pants are my favorite! The movement is so fun Thanks so much for stopping by!
Whitney
November 3, 20161. This outfit is simply stunning.
2. This might be weird, but your photos are so pretty!! The lighting and editing are fantastic girl!
tayloraube
November 3, 2016Thank you so much! I’m so lucky to work with such talented photographers
ruthie
November 3, 2016This color is by far my favorite this season…. I don’t own enough of it!! I LOVE your pants so much and I also need that sweater! Beautiful images!! XO
tayloraube
November 4, 2016Same here. Give me all of the blush and dusty rose!!!
Jessica Hart
November 3, 2016Blush and tan looks amazing together. I love the way a chunky casual sweater works so well with a feminine full pleated wide leg pants. Stunning!
Jessica
the way to my Hart
tayloraube
November 4, 2016The pants and the colors really pull this outfit together I think. Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving such a sweet comment!
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November 3, 2016so pretty and looks comfy
tayloraube
November 4, 2016Thank you! Much appreciated!
Terry
November 3, 2016Oh, this look is SOOOOO stunningly beautiful.
Terry
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tayloraube
November 4, 2016Thank you so much Terry You are so kind! <3
Jenna at Boston Chic Party
November 4, 2016Gorgeous look, Taylor! You styled the neutral colors to perfection. Oh and I am pretty sure no one else can rock these pants like you
xoxo, Jenna
Boston Chic Party
tayloraube
November 4, 2016Thanks Jenna! These pants are for sure unique! They are so fun to shoot in because the movement is so graceful.
Greta
November 4, 2016Loving all these pretty pinks! You look gorgeous! I especially love that Gigi New York bag – I’ve had my eye on a few of them lately!
Greta | http://www.gretahollar.com
tayloraube
November 4, 2016Gigi bags are so cute! I love this shape and style with the signature snake skin texture and the clutches as well!
Mollie
November 4, 2016Styled to perfection. These neutrals are fab on you, blush is definitely your color!
xx Mollie
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tayloraube
November 4, 2016Thank you Mollie! I have had a total color crush on blush this season! It’s becoming my favorite.
Maggie
November 4, 2016Great tips! This outfit really is stunning.
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tayloraube
November 4, 2016Thank you Maggie! It’s one of my favorites
Nina
November 4, 2016This look is so feminine and beautiful I love this color on you.
xx Nina
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tayloraube
November 4, 2016Thank you so much!
Morgan
November 4, 2016Totally agree with your description of a neutral! I love faded colors!
-Morgan
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tayloraube
November 4, 2016Me tooo!!! I can’t get enough of an pastel. I think pink works perfectly for fall and winter!
Donna
November 4, 2016Ok!!!!!! SUCH A MODEL!!!! I’m so serious Tay you are such model status! I love all the blush hues in this awesome look. Have a beautiful weekend my love! XX, Donna
http://www.onthedllifestyle.com
tayloraube
November 4, 2016Donna you are too kind! Thank you so much and have a great weekend
Jessica
November 4, 2016I love this entire outfit. I have been trying to incorporate blush and beige into every outfit. They are such great neutrals!
xo Jessica
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tayloraube
November 4, 2016Agreed! And feminine ones at that. I need more camel colored items in my wardrobe for sure. I’m trying to hit the entire spectrum!
Nicole
November 4, 2016Taylor, you look absolutely gorgeous! Love how your hair pops against that sweater!
ClassToCloset
tayloraube
November 4, 2016Everyone keeps saying this and I didn’t realize it until it was mentioned. My hair is a casual accessory haha!
Stephanie
November 4, 2016You are stunning! I love this combo!
XO – Stephanie
theblondestyleblog.com
tayloraube
November 4, 2016Thanks so much sweetie
Nataly
November 4, 2016I love the colors in the outfit! Those pants look great on you! xo
tayloraube
November 4, 2016Thanks so much Nataly. I wore them to work and everyone love them haha!
Meaghan
November 4, 2016So jealous that you can wear these colors! I look like I’m dying in these haha. They make you look skin look so bright and warm. I love that you’re still sticking with the color pallet you set out for yourself this season. You look lovely!
Meaghan xx
tayloraube
November 4, 2016I’m sure that’s not the case!!! I bet you would rock these colors. You can always add a darker shade via accessories!
Nicole Leffew
November 4, 2016Love this colors on you babe! What a great deal on those pants! I love all neutrals. That last picture is my favorite! Gorgeous xo
tayloraube
November 4, 2016I know the pants were quite the steal! Uniqlo has great price points
Tiffani at Breton Bay
November 4, 2016I ADORE this look!! First I also love pairing “neutrals” together Secondly, the flow in those pant is perfect. And finally I love the look of two oversized pieces. So well done Taylor!!
xoxo
Tiffani
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tayloraube
November 4, 2016I agree these pants flow so gorgeously!! The movement is captured so well in pictures. Thanks so much for your compliments!
Heather
November 4, 2016These colors look SO good on you! I’m loving the neutrals!
tayloraube
November 4, 2016Thanks so much Heather!
Molly
November 4, 2016Girl thanks for sharing your tips! This outfit is sooo lovely! I am obsessed with blush tones lately!
Keep smiling!
Molly | http://www.stylemissmolly.com
tayloraube
November 4, 2016Same here girlie! I love that it’s a great transition color too – perfect for fall/winter and spring/summer
Meggan
November 4, 2016Seriously my favorite colors ever! Love the oversized sweater!
tayloraube
November 4, 2016I could live in this sweater it’s so slouchy and comfy!!
Stephanie
November 4, 2016Omg this look is eveything! Love the sweater!
tayloraube
November 4, 2016Thanks love!
Jaime
November 4, 2016I am neutral obsessed and LOVE this color pairing!! That sweater looks so cozy!
tayloraube
November 4, 2016Thank you Jamie!! I can’t wait to wear more neutrals this season!
Belle
November 4, 2016Love the pants and purse!
One Awesome Momma
tayloraube
November 4, 2016Thank you Belle, my purse is my new favorite accessory!
The Golden Girl Diary
November 4, 2016The blush shades are absolutely gorgeous, just like yourself! I love this outfit and how you styled it.
xo, Amanda | http://www.thegoldengirldiary.com
tayloraube
November 4, 2016Thank you so much Amanda. I’m loving these pants and sweater so much!
Vanessa Espinoza
November 4, 2016You are gorgeous! That those colors bring out so much beauty!
tayloraube
November 4, 2016The lighting and the colors really did work well together. Thanks so much!
Jamie
November 4, 2016The photos are so beautiful! They capture your look so well!
tayloraube
November 4, 2016Thank you so much Jamie!
Victoria
November 4, 2016I love this neutral look! The blush tones are so pretty, right down to the bag! Flowy and effortless!
xoxo
Victoria
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tayloraube
November 4, 2016I’m having a lot of fun playing with blush tones this season – let me reiterate.. Neutrals are AMAZING!
January Hart
November 4, 2016Ok, those pants are crazy amazing on you!! LOVE this color palette!!
tayloraube
November 4, 2016January you are so kind, thanks so much for stopping by!
Emily
November 4, 2016This is a gorgeous look!! These colors look so fabulous with your hair!!
tayloraube
November 4, 2016Thank you Emily, what a sweet compliment!
Mindy
November 4, 2016Taylor! You look amazing! Love how you styled the neautrals in this look. Those pants look so comfy!
<3, mindy
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tayloraube
November 4, 2016These pants are SO comfy and are so fun to wear! Thanks so much Mindy
Shizuko
November 8, 2016Such a beautiful colors! I love the outfit!
tayloraube
November 9, 2016Thank you so much!
Cinzia Satta
November 9, 2016I love neutral color, and this blush rose is one of my favorite colors, perfect on you! The pants are super fab!
kisses
cinzia
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tayloraube
November 9, 2016Than you so much! I bet they would look SO good on you babe!
Liz
November 11, 2016Blush is definitely my favorite. I’m so obsessed with this outfit! I want every piece!! Happy weekend!
Liz
http://Www.lizzieinlace.com
tayloraube
November 11, 2016Thank you Liz! Blush is the perfect color for fall!
Courtney Bentley
November 12, 2016I wish I looked as gracious as you in blush and neutrals, these colors really drown me out but I LOVE the style so I think I will try this look with a navy and white..hmm we will see! I love this look on you FLAWLESS!
Courtney Bentley || http://www.courtneyvioletbentley.com
tayloraube
November 14, 2016I’m sure those colors you mentioned will look so good on you. Neutrals are so easy to style and I’m sure you would look fabulous in blush
yuka
November 12, 2016I love the pastels and neutrals going on here! so pretty and feminine!
http://prettyinleather.net
tayloraube
November 14, 2016Thank you! I’m still swooning over this outfit!