Not a revelation, but you can actually adult in head-to-toe pink. And, people will take you seriously. Granted, it’s deeply intertwined with Barbie, and that problematic association isn’t going anywhere (fast). But, don’t let that hold you back. Think of Elle Woods and how she rose to the top of the legal profession while wearing magenta. So, break out the DIY tools, pay your taxes and take charge of the boardroom because this is how to wear pink like a fully-grown woman.
Laugh Off The Haters
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The easiest way to introduce a new trend or colour to your wardrobe is through the accessories, like your handbag, your shoes, a lacy bra strap, a faux fur shawl. But, if you want to get to second base with this new trend, or in this case shade, you invest in a statement jacket, or say a pair of on-beat trouser. However, if you’re Daisy Keens and you don’t care for second, or even third, base you go all the way and douse yourself in it. She’s skilfully balanced a sharp silhouette – courtesy of some Topshop tailoring – with texture, like her Charlotte Simone scarf and velvet booties.
Zero Pain, All Gain
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We can’t move without seeing millennial pink right now, but don’t let that stop you from putting this hue in the hot seat. Try it like journalist Alya Mooro and add a slick of patent to a comfy bubblegum tracksuit.
Reveal Your Wild Side
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Give a sheer top and dusty pink trackpants a racy makeover with the peek-a-boo of a leopard print bra, like Olive Faye Smith did. While we rate her extra pose, it’s not totally necessary to pulling off this look.
Throw Some Shade
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How do you tone down a hot pink ruffle dress? Sunglasses, obviously. When it doubt, act like Anna Wintour and throw some shade at the situation. Also, kudos to Irene Agbontaen for breaking out a name necklace like it’s 2002 and Carrie Bradshaw is still prancing around on TV.
Make The Instagram Likers Wink
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Felicity Hayward is a master when it comes to setting up a shot. Just look at her location, it’s the ideal backdrop for this bombshell moment. She’s got the right nude nails, blush phone case and pooling silk wrap dress to ensure this is no girlish folly. This is the grown-up way to wear pink.
Tickled Pink
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Pretend it’s 2001 and J.Lo has just released Aint It Funny, now dress like it. Buy a tracksuit – preferably Juicy, but Primark will do – add some Air Max’s and a boob tube and you’re ready for the school dance, sorry weekend. Let Salem Mitchell teach you.
Legs For Days
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You know how your parents would joke, is that a skirt or a belt. Well, for starters ignore them and then leave both skirt/belt at home because, as Jennifer Grace shows, you don’t need either. Dress like a lampshade and go heavy on the top half with an oversized hoodie and tapered on the legs with thigh high boots. The fit of the boots balances out the weightiness of the sweater, and the saccharine hue stops it looking raunchy. Sold.
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This article originally appeared on The Debrief.