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Feeling Blue

It's been a long time since I did a post focused on a specific hue (for those who haven't seen it, I also have a post about emerald green) so I decided that it was time.

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Blue is my favorite color, and I am particularly fascinated with shades such as the ultramarine above, which could also be identified as royal blue or indigo. If you are a color fanatic like I am, you probably enjoy targeting specific colors that you wish to add to your wardrobe, going from shade to shade. Blue is a popular color, but I find ultramarine to be such an exotic shade, lending an unusual vibe to a broad color spectrum often synonymous with jeans. If you love blue as much as I do, ultramarine is a great hue to add to your collection of clothing and accessories. It's elegant and sophisticated, and it would be difficult to find a color that doesn't pair well with such a color.

Below are some of my favorite ultramarine/royal blue/indigo pieces along with outfit suggestions.

Rebecca Taylor wool-blend coat, $495

Rag & Bone shirt, Current/Elliott skinny jeans, Kurt Geiger platform heels, Suzanna Dai earrings.

Why this outfit works: Contrast classy elegance with a casual, laid-back appeal. Yellow heels are an unexpected touch but don't outshine the coat.

Witchery jeans, $130

Equipment denim shirt, Vince striped sweater, Zara booties, Mawi necklace.

Why this outfit works: Jeans of such a vibrant hue naturally lend themselves to the double denim trend. A striped pullover worn underneath the denim shirt feels casually chic with sleeves peeking out and the neckline just visible when a few buttons are undone. Rugged boots add a warm, cozy feel and a sophisticated chain necklace is a great finishing piece.