Lisa Yang tank and sweater, lace up pants, Proenza Schouler heels (more sizes here, similar here), Chanel bag, Ariel Ratner necklace
Butter yellow has solidified itself as the shade that shapes spring dressing. What started as a major presence in ready-to-wear has expanded into handbags, shoes and accessories, making it easier than ever to create a complete look around the color. Rather than using it as a single accent, the most compelling approach at the moment is full saturation, dressing within a harmonious color story from top to toe.
When worn monochromatically, butter yellow looks sharp and controlled. Flowy cotton pants, a ribbed knit tank, a cropped cashmere turtleneck, or a compact knit maxi skirt all capture the palette effortlessly. A light leather jacket of the same shade deepens the look without breaking it. On the softer side, a fluid wrap skirt, a thin long-sleeve knit, or a structured midi dress keeps the lines clean. Finish with suede Mary Janes, a snake-effect heel, a low sneaker, or a tonal shoulder bag to keep everything in the same creamy register.
How I wore it: Palm Beach
In Palm Beach, I wore a Lisa Yang knit tank with a coordinating sweater draped over my shoulders, paired with lacy straight-leg trousers. I kept the palette tight and finished it off with my Chanel 25 quilted bag and Proenza Schouler heels in a matching golden tone. The pieces stayed in the same color family, creating dimension through knitting, sewing and quilting.
