So, it's taken me a while to get into
Colour Lovers, but now that I have I can honestly say that I love it almost as much as I love the color yellow. What an underrated color with occasionally negative connotations (yellow fever, yellow journalism, mellow yellow)!! Here's my palette of yellow and violet. Adding violet to the mix tones down the intensity of the yellow in the same way that black does without being so bee-like.
I recently got this scarf from Target and I love it. It's very soft and warm, and it brightens up my darker winter clothes with an autumnal pop of color. At the same time it's not too overtly feminine and I really like that.
These are some great yellow flats from Urban Outfitters, but I actually got this pair at Gabriel Brothers for $6.99. They are a great departure from my everyday black flats. And finally, the coup de grace of my yellow collection:
I found this gem at Blue Ridge Hospice in Purcellville, and it appears to be handmade in the early '60s (I would guess). It fits like a dream and it only cost $12! After some minor repairs it is ready to hit the bar tonight. Here's a close up on the bow detail:
What's your favorite color to wear in fall accessories? Is there one hue that makes you feel like a million bucks? Any great vintage finds? Let us know!
