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how to style coloured denim {daytime}

April 9, 2012
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yellow tunic blouse and seagull ring from forever21 // colourful scarf from the gap // coral bb dakota coloured denim from muse social fashion house // graham and spencer sleeveless trench from dakota group sample sale // leopard print seychelle pumps and assorted bracelets from plum // gifted marc by marc jacobs watch // barefoot contessa sunglasses
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okay, i’m eating my words.  only a few posts ago, i proclaimed that i could NEVER buy coloured denim and here we are….in coloured denim!  i just couldn’t help myself while browsing around at muse, these coral bb dakota mattox pant had to be mine!  and though intimidated at first, i was determined to figure out the best way to style them.  wore them almost every day last week!
because i was cursed blessed with dancer thighs, i found that i felt most comfortable with a long piece, like a sleeveless trench for more of a balanced leg proportion.  then i decided to go crazy and play around with colour and pattern!  i kept the palette to hues that were in my scarf and threw in a leopard print shoe as a bit of a surprise.  lastly, the neutral coloured trench thankfully breaks up an otherwise offensively bright combination.  and next up? how i wore these coral pants for a night out on the town!

what do you love to pair with your coloured denim?

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  • Natasha Fatah April 9, 2012 at 7:05 pm

    Love this Alicia!
    You know I just got this beautiful but way too big/long Jason Wu for Target scarf and I didn't know how to wear it, but you've given me some great inspiration here. Thanks girl! 🙂

    xoxo
    ~Natasha Fatah~

  • Alison April 9, 2012 at 7:23 pm

    I love the way you've styled these jeans. This outfit looks amazing! And you should never be afraid to wear anything — you have an unbelievable body (dancers thighs are not a bad thing). Beautiful 🙂

    http://www.stylingmylife.com

  • alison*elle April 9, 2012 at 7:24 pm

    I love this whole outfit, Alicia! The colours are gorgeous. Can't wait to see all your coloured denim looks 🙂

    xo, alison*elle

  • Debby April 9, 2012 at 7:33 pm

    I love these photos of you.
    xoxo Debby

    • Alicia April 12, 2012 at 11:49 pm

      Thanks, Debby :)!

  • sip-n-wear April 9, 2012 at 7:59 pm

    I have jeans in that same color… i usually would wear it with something neutral like gray, black, or ivory, but i love how you added some color with that scarf!

  • Ana Magdalena April 9, 2012 at 8:15 pm

    Oh, hellow there. I am belong to group who swore she would never wear color-pant "yet here I am, drooling over your photos, and telling myself I must buy me a pair of colorful-pants."

  • Michelle April 9, 2012 at 8:19 pm

    You look amazing! I also got coral pants from zara recently, and only been pairing with white and beige. You definitely gave me new ideas to try out 🙂

  • Melody April 9, 2012 at 9:05 pm

    I'm a huge fan of colored denim! I love the way you styled these coral jeans– the colors go so well together!

  • Jen April 9, 2012 at 9:07 pm

    I love the bright on bright! I've only paired my colored denim with neutrals or chambray…. I'll make the leap to double color soon. Another beauty post, Alicia 🙂

    http://www.glitterarygirl.blogspot.com

  • Erin at thesparkle.net April 9, 2012 at 9:15 pm

    it's interesting how you styled the sleeveless trench! always find that difficult – nice! x

    http://thesparkle.net

  • Yuli Conversations April 9, 2012 at 9:44 pm

    Gorgeousness!

    http://yuliconversations.blogspot.com

  • Maggie ☮ April 9, 2012 at 10:29 pm

    I love the palette you are working with! I always try to color block or keep it simple and accessorize with print scarfs. =]

  • Sara April 9, 2012 at 10:30 pm

    This is probably one of my favorite outfit of yours! its so colorful, unique, and pretty! you look so beautiful alicia!

    http://sarassweetstyle.blogspot.com/

  • chillairandperfume April 9, 2012 at 11:17 pm

    Gorgeous scarf! I am lovin' it!

    xo,
    Hannah
    http://www.chillairandperfume.blogspot.com

  • Prairie Girl in the City April 10, 2012 at 12:07 am

    Really cute! I took the plunge and bought a couple pairs of coloured jeans. They're just so fun!

    I'll have pics coming soon:)
    Jen xo
    http://www.prairiegirlinthecity.com

  • Kelly April 10, 2012 at 12:35 am

    Ahh you look wonderful! I love coloured denim on you 🙂 your scarf totally rocks.

  • WhiteGirlWizdom April 10, 2012 at 12:45 am

    another one of my fave outfits from you! 🙂

  • Cee April 10, 2012 at 12:49 am

    I knew you could do coloured denim, Alicia! I can't imagine a better shade for you than coral, these pants are just perfect. Personally, I tend to pair my coloured skinnies with black – just like I do with everything else 😉
    xox,
    Cee

  • Cara April 10, 2012 at 1:07 am

    absolutely LOVE this, the scarf, the shoes, the sleeveless trench, all so perfect with the bright jeans-very well styled and beautiful photo location!
    xo Cara
    http://www.afashionloveaffair.com

  • Anna April 10, 2012 at 1:08 am

    love your colour combo, it really looks fabulous. That scarf does NOT look like it comes from the Gap, love it.

    simplystylishmom.com

  • Rebecca Jane April 10, 2012 at 1:37 am

    I definitely have to admit to my love of coloured denim. ANd I have to say, I really like how you've styled your pair here!

  • TheUrbanUmbrella April 10, 2012 at 1:37 am

    Amazing! So stylish and chic! Love how you mix all those colours and make them all look so fabulous!
    xx


    The Urban Umbrella
    xoxo

    http://www.theurbanumbrella.com

  • JIN @ Love,Loss + Lacquer April 10, 2012 at 2:06 am

    I LOVE THE DENIM! I'VE YET TO FIND THE PERFECT PAIR OF COLOR DENIM FOR MYSELF

  • Myrna April 10, 2012 at 2:13 am

    You look gorg with all your color. I have that same shirt 🙂 colored denim? not quite sure about it yet, I as well was blessed with "THUNDER thighs" so the thought of anything showing that is scary. Fab idea with the trench, great balance.

    XX-Myrna

    http://mybeatboutique.blogspot.com

  • Marisa April 10, 2012 at 4:05 am

    Perfect styling Alicia! I love how all the colours complement each other so well and the trench provides the perfect neutral balance. Can't wait to see your night look with this pair of denim!

    Marisa
    http://style-rhapsody.blogspot.com

  • Juneli April 10, 2012 at 4:38 am

    Love the yellow and orange together and that scarf is bright and vibrant! Love the outfit!

  • Marzena April 10, 2012 at 6:59 am

    Gorgeous look ! I love this colorful scarf. Kiss x

    http://mfashionmyobsession.blogspot.com

  • Semicosmic April 10, 2012 at 7:45 am

    Great outfit, really loving the colours in this look.

  • amuseume April 10, 2012 at 8:15 am

    Absolutely love all the colours going on in this outfit! The sleeveless trench is a great way to layer without the bulk and the precise coral colour of your jeans is lovely! So glad you didn't shy away from coloured denim; it's just too fun to be ignored.

  • Asher April 10, 2012 at 1:39 pm

    This outfit is amazing!! The colors look fabulous together! I actually just bought my first pair of colored denim and have been sticking to neutrals so far until I figure out what else to pair them with !

  • christine April 10, 2012 at 5:44 pm

    i am so glad you decided to keep them! they look fabulous on you and you have inspired me to be a bit more daring when stylizing my own pair! the colours are perfect together, and i love that sleeveless trench with this look. perfect from head to toe!

    xo
    christine

    http://www.musesocialfashionhouse.com

  • Brooke Holmes April 10, 2012 at 9:57 pm

    LOVE it!! Did you get them in Vancouver? I also love your top. Looking fabulous as always!

  • Julia April 11, 2012 at 12:55 am

    You did a great job of styling these colored jeans! One style I've found to work is to wear my denim chambray shirt with colored denim on the bottom. It's a chance to wear a denim top without looking too Britney/Justin, 🙂

    Julia
    Cup of Tea

  • What Sadie Did April 11, 2012 at 3:17 am

    I want this ENTIRE outfit!!!!!! Love how you styled these jeans, and I want your trench too!

    Sadie xx
    http://whatsadiedid.blogspot.co.nz/

  • Rachel - Notes from my closet April 11, 2012 at 6:14 am

    I love this look 🙂 the colour combination and sleeveless trench are just perfect 🙂 can't wait to see how you styled them for a night out 🙂

    Love, Rachel

  • Alicja April 11, 2012 at 9:42 pm

    you did style thie coloured denim in a great way, I love that you did put a vest on top it brings out the whole look, congrats:-)

  • Annie April 12, 2012 at 12:14 pm

    This outfit is SO cute! Love all the fun colors, and that fabulous trench/vest 🙂

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

  • Jennifer April 12, 2012 at 6:21 pm

    I could not love this anymore! Holy hell woman, you can rock color like no other!

    xo Jennifer

    http://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com

  • Like, Whatever April 13, 2012 at 1:26 am

    Love those shoes too!

  • Leonie April 13, 2012 at 4:59 am

    This outfit is so inspiring! I have been wanting to get a pair of colored denim jeans, but always found an excuse for them. Seeing you in this pretty coral pair makes me want to jump up and finally buy them too. There are so many options to style them!

    Anyway… You're looking great in this look!

    xo Leonie

    On Top Of The Hill

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  • colored jeans women July 20, 2012 at 2:21 pm

    Ahh you look wonderful! I love coloured denim on you 🙂 your scarf totally rocks.

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