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How to Achieve *THIS* High Fashion Trend on a Budget: Matching Neutrals

This trend is chic, sophisticated, and easy for everyone to wear. Here’s how.

Last Updated on May 14, 2019 by Anjelika - Berkeley College
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model in monochromatic khaki
Burberry SS 2019

Welcome back to our High Fashion series – where we go over runway trends, show you which influencers are rocking these trends, and explain where/how to get the looks for yourself!

Last week we looked at the latest Shades of Yellow trend. This week, we’ll look at another color-based trend: Matching Neutrals. You can expect to see this trend all year round as it’s easily translatable between seasons.

HIGH FASHION TREND: Matching Neutrals

Neutrals are a staple of all closets and runways alike and are universal. However, the 2019 runways featured monochromatic neutral designs that we are loving.

Runway Examples:

First up we have Burberry, a brand that’s known for its neutral trenches, but was especially loving the khaki vibe this season. There were multiple designs in the collection that showcased monochromatic khaki outfits:

models in monochromatic khaki outfits
Burberry SS 2019

Max Mara is another respected designer that showed monochromatic neutrals this season. They promote the trend specifically on their webpage, calling it, “The New Neutrals.” You can find not only khaki in this collection, but beautiful hues of camel, beige, browns, greys, olives, and even rust (a nod to the retro mid-tones trend).

models in matching brown outfits
Max Mara SS 2019

One of the biggest names in the industry, Tom Ford also approves of this trend. He created monochromatic palettes of platinum, black, and nude pinks on his runway.

models in monochromatic outfits
Tom Ford SS 2019

Influencers in Matching Neutrals:

Kim Kardashian West is known for these types of looks. A quick look at her Instagram page shows that she’s a huge fan of monochromatic outfits in general, whether they’re hot pink or neutral.

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Kinda missing blonde hair

A post shared by Kim Kardashian West (@kimkardashian) on Feb 13, 2019 at 8:32am PST

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Wearing the new @kkwbeauty Hot Sauce red lipstick & red lip liner 2, launching today along with the best of sets for Valentines Day!!!! Swipe to check them out! KKWBEAUTY.COM

A post shared by Kim Kardashian West (@kimkardashian) on Feb 5, 2019 at 8:21am PST

Actually, the whole Kardashian/Jenner family was spotted in monochromatic neutrals, particularly platinum and nude, in celebration of the family’s reality show’s 16th anniversary.

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Our Sweet 16! Can’t believe Keeping Up With the Kardashians is premiering our 16th season tonight! Be sure to tune into E!

A post shared by Kim Kardashian West (@kimkardashian) on Mar 31, 2019 at 3:04pm PDT

Celebrity, and obvious fashion queen, Rihanna is all aboard on this trend. Here, we see her rocking this awesome ensemble with monochromatic cream:

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A post shared by Who What Wear (@whowhatwear) on Apr 25, 2019 at 9:26am PDT

Another fashion influencer who loves the trend is María Bernard. Below we see her in this matching white, sheer, ensemble with pleated detailing.

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Morning yoga

A post shared by María Bernad (@maria_bernad) on Apr 15, 2019 at 8:18pm PDT

Sisters and fashion influencers, Shelcy and Christy rock their head-to-toe neutrals in a tinted blue-grey and cream-white:

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It’s a beautiful thing to have your work noticed. In a sense, we all strive for it. But there’s a caveat there. It’s easy to let external validation be your WHY. It can come from the things that have little to do with you or your work (the people you rub shoulders with at parties, the clothes you wear, where you live etc.) Some people may think you’re successful only because you know someone they admire, or because you’ve worked with a brand they love. Never mind that it took 22 rejected emails and a couple sleepless nights to do the work to get there. While it’s nice to have (especially when there’s genuine admiration and respect for your talent), I think the most important thing is to answer YES to these questions. Would you still do it for an audience of one (yourself)? For the pure joy of it? Would you still create if no one was watching, listening, reading or cheering you on? Would you still enjoy it if no one likes or sees it? #nycxclotheseditorial

A post shared by by Shelcy & Christy (@nycxclothes) on Apr 7, 2019 at 6:50pm PDT

How to Buy the Matching Neutrals Trend on a Budget:

Most of us already have some neutral pieces in our closets in the form of basics: tank tops, handbags, shoes, etc. But, let’s see some more options to tie a monochromatic neutral ensemble together!

Affordable Matching Neutrals, Outfit #1:

This first outfit is perfect for your last week of school or for your first day of the summer or fall semester. All black means you’re all-focused. All black is a great way to look sleek and professional, as well.

A pair of faux leather biker shorts, a half-tucked peasant top, and sandals are a stylish and comfortable way to get through the day!

outfit panel in all black

Products: Top – Neiman Marcus; Shorts – ShopBop; Bag – DSW; Sandals – Macy’s; Earrings – Express; Headband – Etsy

Affordable Matching Neutrals, Outfit #2:

Our next outfit is a monochromatic white that’s perfect for a beautiful sunny day out with your friends.

Pair together a white jumpsuit, heels, and a basket bag for a particularly light and summery outfit.

outfit panel in all white

Products: Top – Express; Shoes – ASOS, Bag – Urban Outfitters; Necklace – Macy’s; Cardigan – Kohl’s; Sunglasses – Free People

Affordable Matching Neutrals, Outfit #3:

Lastly, we have a monochromatic nude/beige ensemble for a casual night out! This look is so effortless and chic.

To get it, take a body-con t-shirt dress and pair it with some simple accessories like nude nail polish, a headband, and nude heels. Lastly, a beige belt bag like this one will keep your hands free all night!

outfit panel in all beige

Products: Dress – Boohoo; Heels – DSW; Belt Bag – Macy’s; Headband – Top Shop; Nail Polish – Kohl’s

How do you rock the Matching Neutrals trend?

Which high fashion trend would you like to see next? Share with us in the comments below!

Tags : Casual Outfits, Kardashians, Kim Kardashian, Neutrals

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Originally published on May 15, 2019
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