The Art of Wearing an Orange T-Shirt

There is something to be said about someone who can harness the power of a bright hue and tame it into a pulled-together outfit. It takes a true optimist, someone with an outgoing attitude, to don a color as ostentatious as orange without letting it overpowering them. And we’re envious of their ability to be so bold. So we’ve studied up and learned a few tricks of the trade to artfully wearing an orange t-shirt.

Mix it Up

Don’t be afraid to turn up the volume on an already loud tangerine when you mix it into a print. A busy or bold pattern will break up the brightness so you don’t need sunglasses to see your shirt. A pattern-heavy top is also a great way to add dimension to your ensemble, so skip the jewellery and grab a solid colored jacket.

Cool it Down

Afraid of this traffic stopping color? Lighten up—literally. Dabble in neon when you find a top that’s more peach than pumpkin. Whether you choose a love-worn tee with a washed out feel or a prim and proper pastel, pair it with other light colors, like bleached jeans or  white culottes.

Keep it Classic

When you’re working with an acidic orange, stick to a sophisticated shape. A crisp polo shirt will make this bright shade feel a lot more grown up. Ladies can play off the preppiness of this collegiate classic with a white high-waisted skirt while the guys out there can count on their go-to khakis to keep this hot color cool.

Compliment it

The key to toning down any hue is partnering it with its complementary color. Orange’s colorwheel counterpart is blue. Be it an icy teal or a deep navy, the presence of oranges opposite, a blue hue, will take it from shocking to sweet. A jean jacket it a good go-to for a wear-with-all for guys or girls. Or, ladies can wear their tee with a full skirt and varying shades of blue accessories.

See the sunnier side of style when you add a dose of orange to ensembles. Whether you pump it up or cool it down, let this hot hue brighten up your wardrobe.

Squeeze some orange into your outfits and brighten up your life.

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