5 Ways to Style a Monochrome Look for Spring/Summer
Been meaning to give the monochrome look a go? We've got you covered for the Spring/Summer season with these on-trend, one-hued looks that have been spotted on fashion A-listers like Kylie Jenner, Megan Thee Stallion, Leonie Hanne, and Valentina Ferragni.
White on White
White is the perfect shade for Spring/Summer. Delicate and elegant enough for the cooler springtime, it evokes a glamorous, summertime on the Cote de Azur look. Perfect for those whimsical, seaside getaways in picturesque, coastal villages. Some of Instagram's biggest style influencers – Leonie Hanne, Aimee Song, Valentina Ferragni, and American model Rocky Barnes have all been spotted in all white Spring/Summer outfits.
For that summer on the Amalfi coast vibe, take cues from German fashionista Leonie Hanne. Her two-piece, champagne tinted white ensemble features a silky, luxurious bias cut skirt and knot front bra top. Barely-there nude heeled sandals completed the look while a vibrant yellow Jacquemes mini bag added hinted at the lemons that grow in the region.
For a retro-contemporary summer look, channel Valentina Ferragni, who paired a '50s style fit and flare midi skirt with a copped, sportswear style bra top. For an added dose of vintage glamour, she accessorised with a Dior twilly hair tie and white cat-eye sunglasses. If you've been keeping an eye on the latest spring ready-to-wear collections, western Americana seems to be appearing as a trending aesthetic. If you'd like to incorporate that into a summer ensemble, Rocky Barnes' chic all-white outfit that comprised of a ruched bust crop top and crisp trousers was given a western Americana twist with a cowboy hat and a boho-chic statement necklace.
For the cooler spring, Aimee Song was pictured in Paris wearing an elegant white blazer and matching midi skirt set in a slightly off-white hue. She accessorised the delicate, yet powerfully feminine look with Dior's quilted Caro Bag in bright white and retro-look, white heels that featured a unique, angular, square-toed front.
Citrus Summer
Get ready for hot girl summer with these juicy, citrus hues. Tangy oranges and bright, sassy lemon yellows are sure to make a bold statement in your summer wardrobe.
For an edgy, laid-back, scandi-chic Spring/Summer look, take inspiration from the queen of Scandi-chic herself, Pernille Teisbaek. Her all orange ensemble featured a zesty orange shirt and matching, high-waisted short combo that was teamed with pointed, orange heels in a richer, tone that hinted at tangerine. Effortlessly chic, the look was accessorised with glamorous dark sunglasses and a minimalist gold chain necklace. What more? The look matched perfectly with the orange of her Hermès shopping bag.
Neon orange continues with socialite Kylie Jenner. Her vibrantly sexy summer outfit included a body-hugging, spaghetti strap mini dress, pointed, ankle-strapped, neon orange heels by Brian Atwood and matching, fur textile, top handle bag by Edie Parker.
If you're more into lemony hues, fashion buying director for Mytheresa – Tiffany Hue, has got you covered with an outfit that exudes girlish charm. Her yellow, scoop princess cut neckline dress featured a contemporary, mini flared skirt that added to its princessy vibe. Paired with matching, semi-sheer printed tights, the look incorporated another current trend in the form of chunky, satin yellow, platform heels. These platform heels lent a slight '70s feel to the look.
Bright Pastels
Bright pastels are the perfect candy-hued tones for Spring/Summer. Why? They are soft enough to work for springtime yet vibrant enough for the summer.
For cooler spring days, take inspiration from the soft hues of Valentina's Ferragni's lilac ensemble and Camila Coelho's all periwinkle look. Valentina paired a V-neck knit sweater with matching pants and pointed heels. Fret not, the look was not as basic as it sounds. Valentina glammed it up with a purple, metallic sequined Fendi Baguette bag and her preppy feel sweater was decorated with a glitzy, diamante bow detail that oozed of springtime glamour barbie.
If you'd like to try a feisty summer look, Megan Thee Stallion's vivid, bright-pastel green textured crop top and hot shorts make for a bold, daring outfit that is sure to turn heads. She accessorised with Versace's Medusa sunglasses in bright-pastel neon green and Marshall Colombia's Plush Purse in Lime. The glass bead dangle details and thick frame of the glasses added a hint of retro-kitsch, creating a fun look that combined elements of the '50s with a sexier, modern, street style.
Sporty-Chic
The athleisure trend is not going anywhere so take cues from these fashionistas and A-list celebrities like Megan Thee Stallion on how to do monochrome sporty-chic.
Shorts and a cropped top are key components to achieving this aesthetic. Megan and influencer Camila Coelho were both spotted in this combination. Camila's spring-perfect outfit featured a matchy-matchy luxe cropped sweatshirt and high-waisted lounge shorts set that was dressed in a refreshing, pastel mint hue. She accessorised with chunky white, lace-up boots and Dior's saddlebag in the classic Dior Oblique Print. Megan, on the other hand, evoked some serious Y2k Beverly Hills Barbie vibes with her dusty pink cropped hoodie and hot shorts ensemble. Definitely a cute look to try for the summer.
A sporty-chic look does not necessarily have to mean full-on sportswear from head to toe. It could just mean elements of sportswear incorporated in different forms in an outfit or on a garment. Italian influencer Valentina Ferragni, for example, was spotted in a chic, powder blue pantsuit suit sang of spring. She added a sporty twist by pairing it with a Reebok crop top and matching, chunky, powder blue sneakers.
Leonie Hanne's luxurious white sundress had a definite era of 50's country-club golfwear to it with its polo collar that she paired with the Dior Vibe Hobo Bag in white. The Dior Vibe bags take inspiration from sneakers and help lend a sporty feel to more feminine ensembles like this one. This versatile, all-white look would work well for both spring and summer.
Classic Black
Classic black is good all year round, but how does one do monochrome black for Spring/Summer? With the clever use of balance so it doesn't get too overwhelming.
Rocky Barnes is pictured in an edgy-Americana look that can work for both spring and summer. It featured a fitted black onesie with a statement, oversized, black fringe jacket and mixed-fabric, knee-high, western-inspired boots. With the theme of Americana peeking through on the runways, this ensemble is one to take inspiration from this season.
Knee-high boots are also featured in Kylie Jenner's monochrome black outfit. A great one for sultry summer days, it featured a black shirt which she styled half-buttoned and tied into a crop with a black mini skirt. The shirt also had a slight Americana feel, reminiscent of flannel shirts, it gave the look a sleek, contemporary cowgirl aesthetic.