I have a confession to make: I’m not too crazy over pastel colors! Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE seeing pastels on others, but somehow they were never really my cup of tea. So when I saw this challenge, I decided it was a time to dig some pastel colors out of my closet and give them a try. I couldn’t resist adding some black to the outfit just to tone the whole pastel thing going on a bit down. And surprisingly, I really liked the end result and might add some new pastel pieces to my closet just in time for spring!

 

 

Dress: Mango

Sweater: J. Crew

Bag: Guess

Shoes: Newport News

Sunnies: Moschino

 

P.S. You can see a close up of my new baby pink Ice Watch on Fashion Fractions Facebook page :) Such a fun color!

 

Thanks for reading!

53 Responses to “Pastels”

  1. Wow! Love that sweater and dress. You look fab and chic!

    Cheers,
    Cathy@The Hungry Children of the Hungry Planet

  2. lyddiegal says:

    i am a big fan of pastels as well, and you look stunning in them!

  3. teddi says:

    well you rocked the pastels your way with the black & it looks wonderful! :)

  4. Katie says:

    Love this outfit on you! I hear ya…I am usually not a big pastel wearing gal either. But, I like the contrast with the black on you – great choice :)

  5. so pretty!! love that minty cardigan! i need it lol.. and the perfect combo with that baby pink dress!

  6. CessOviedo says:

    Looking adorable my dear! The flower pins are a lovely touch to it!

    Cess O. <3 The Outfit Diaries

  7. Larissa J says:

    You have a really good skin tone for pastels! I understand what you mean about not being super crazy about them though- I feel like an easter egg. lol however, have you seen Coury’s blog “Fancy Treehouse”? that girl rocks pastels like nobody’s business! Every time! anyway, love your outfit!
    xo,
    http://livingincolorstyle.blogspot.com

  8. I’m not a huge fan of pastels either… but you definitely made them work! I don’t know if I would have ever really thought to pair them with black but I like them so much more like that!! Much more wearable imo!

    <3 Victoria
    Forever Fashionably Late

  9. Leslie says:

    lovely girl! you paired it perfectly!
    xo,
    LMQ

  10. Miss J says:

    Hello Neris. Amazing outfit. Love the pastels colours. Kisses from Brazil ~.~

    http://www.diariodocoquefrouxo.com.br/

    @MissJota

  11. I feel the same about pastels – i very rarely wear them and always wear bright colours instead. Love your take on pastels though and your new watch is lush!

    Sadie xx
    http://whatsadiedid.blogspot.com/

  12. Laura says:

    Hey honey!
    Nice outfit

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  13. Mei says:

    For a not-so-pastel-lover, you did a great job :3
    Love the flower accessories!

    xx http://icepandora.blogspot.com

  14. Ana says:

    I think pastel colours look great on you!
    x

  15. Very very pretty! Love your hair!

  16. Andreea says:

    I love your shoes and the colors you’re wearing are gorgeous! <3

    xoxo

  17. kaye beeh says:

    Adorable hairstyle i noticed!

  18. I like you paired pastel colours with black and white.
    Looove that pink watch, so cute!

  19. jeimy says:

    the pastels are gorgeous loving the flowers!

  20. Arumy says:

    another question as I subscribe to your blog?

  21. Arumy says:

    I love the pastel colors and ati you are doing well.
    hey want to know how you care for your skin?
    kisses = )

  22. Liz says:

    I’ve never liked pastels much either! A little too … muted, maybe. Only recently have I started grudgingly incorporating them into a few things. You did well! I like the black! Tones down the dreamy factor just enough. :)

  23. Clara Turbay says:

    Wonderfull, love it.

  24. Arezu says:

    Pastels make me look more white. That`s why i rather not wear it too.
    But the combination you wear on this pictures is very beautiful.

    XO Arezu

  25. Stephanie says:

    Well, pastels suit you very well! The colors go so great with your hair color and skin tone! You look gorgeous. I myself love, love pastels and think I too will definitely be adding some more pastel pieces to my spring wardrobe as well. :)

  26. I love that you paired the pastels with black to tone it down! The combination looks amazing on you!
    -Heather

  27. yaaay I LOVE PASTELS!! this is a great transition outfit into Spring!

    <3Amanda
    feast.fashion.faves

  28. You should wear pastels more often Nerris! They look wonderful on you! But it was a smart move to ease into them like you did in this post…

    http://www.inherentstylela.com/

  29. Jola says:

    I love those pastel colours, though I think the black might be a little harsh.

    Have a nice day!

  30. You are so beautiful. I could resist to black and pastels, but i think this combine really works.
    Kisses
    Pau

  31. v says:

    I think you look FANTASTIC in green mint and pastel colours!!! You are such a beauty, full of STYLE!!! You look good on EVERYTHING girl!!!!
    Kisses my lovely!!!!:)

  32. Rachel says:

    I love pastels on you, so pretty! I also love how you paired them with black, it definitely gives the soft pastel hues more edge! I especially love the flowers, perfect touch to this outfit!

    xoxo,
    Rachel
    http://www.rachelslookbook.com

  33. Inez says:

    At first I thought you were holding flowers. Are they a part of the scarf? Love the pastel cardi and I love how you used black to tone it down a bit. The color of the cardi suits you.

  34. Tara says:

    You look pretty in pastels! I too need to add more pastels to my wardrobe!

  35. Stephanie says:

    You look so pretty! What a great location & outfit!

  36. Raffaella says:

    i like sorbet colors! xoxo

  37. Love the pastels, especially with your pretty blonde hair! xoxo A-

  38. wonderful outfit dear Neris!
    the pastels colors are simply stunning on you!
    ciao my dear friend!
    have a fantastic week end!

  39. Cara says:

    Love the pop of mint green with the black and white, it’s a fresh take on the pastel trend!

  40. Love the dress and the sweater is very pretty! You look so pretty in pastels!

    http://www.wayoutsidelookingin.blogspot.com

  41. Yes, this is lovely – pastels look so good on you! I agree that it helps to add another color in the mix to help cut the sweetness of them…great look!! :)

  42. Maria Camila says:

    Beautiful looks! I love the flowers xo

  43. meri says:

    adorable….

  44. Styleclouds says:

    I really like the pastels on you!! The combo with black also works perfectly! You should definitely keep those soft shades in mind! Happy weekend hun! xo,Christina

    http://www.styleclouds.de

  45. Natali says:

    Iako kazes da ne volis pastelne boje na sebi, mislim da
    ti odlicno pristaju :) Krasne su mi te ruzice na jaketi ;)

    http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com

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