How to Wear Color, According to Celebrities | Vogue

Among the many trends for Spring/Summer 2026, high-impact color is proving to be one of the season’s biggest surprises. There’s always at least one hue that defines a season—butter yellow, chocolate brown, and cherry red have all been top contenders in recent years—but what seems particularly impactful this season is how many brands have embraced the poignant hue. Whether that means primary color blocking at Celine, quirky combinations at Loewe, or monochromatic dressing at Bottega Veneta, one thing is for sure: it’s all about rich saturation these days. We’re seeing the trickle-down effect on the streets, with many celebrities injecting bolder hues into their off-duty wardrobes – so if you’re looking for a color matching guide, make this your starting point.

Whether you’re a minimalist or a maximalist, take notes from some of our favorite celebrities who’ve nailed the moment. Jennifer Lawrence is always a standout in our books, often appearing in quirky color mashups. For a recent appearance in New York, the actress paired a bold red cardigan with a bright yellow graphic tee, paired with straight-leg blue jeans and her trusty Adidas Tokyo sneakers. A few days later, she was seen wearing a crimson long-sleeved polo paired with pink pants from Siedrés (sadly sold out), paired with suede accessories and her signature ball cap—the actress definitely has a soft spot for red, which is a lesson to us all: When you find the right color, it’s worth dressing up over and over again.

New designer Colleen Allen has been attracting much attention. She combines the simple silhouettes of the 1990s with saturated colors to create a spring atmosphere. Michaela Coel recently wore a salmon-colored draped shirt and royal purple pants from the brand to a press conference for her latest film, virgin mary and christopher familyCarey Mulligan chose a tomato red long-sleeved top paired with a bright orange suspender skirt beef Promotions. Together they provide a compelling reason to keep shapes simple and structured, and let bright colors do the talking.

If you’re on the fence about this idea, go the Zoë Kravitz route and use small splashes of color to match your key neutrals. In addition to a black bomber jacket, earth-toned jeans, ballet flats and a brown suede handbag, colorful accessories such as a pastel yellow T-shirt or a bright beaded necklace add dimension to each wardrobe staple.