It was of course way too early to pack my clothes in late June for our move back to mainland Spain on the first of August. But I had an idea for a self-challenge lurking at the back of my mind and the month of July seemed apt to execute it. I decided to pack my colorful clothes first and just wear my neutral and quasi-neutral colored clothing for 30 days.
I was skeptical about it though because I enjoy wearing colorful clothes, however, the endeavor was exciting for me as a personal styling student. I hope to inspire to mix and match with what is already available and to discover that the classy feel of neutral colors can be achieved easily.
Based on my assessment, neutrals suit my skin tone so that’s a bonus for my self-imposition. I just wore what I had not packed away and in the process, I was hoping to discover more about myself.
True enough, one of the obvious things I discovered about my personal style was that I really don’t want to go all-out neutral. I still want accents through the designs or accessories on my clothing. I like to keep things simple but highlight a part. I also thought that I am totally finished with those boyish years. But as I mixed and matched, my flair for street style resurfaced with a bit of smart casual. I need comfort, but I want to look put-together as well.
Time flew so fast that I finished it without a fuss. It was like a little fun game that had to end. I played with the colors and style depending on my mood that day. It is not really difficult to look presentable, but I still have to work more on my makeup. I used as little as I thought was reasonable for this challenge and the confidence alone that dressing up added when I stepped outside was remarkable. By the way, here are my outfits photographed by my always patient husband 🙂
Day 1. Of a 30-day Neutral Color Outfit Challenge
Day 2. Some things to disregard: the pose and the socks 😉
Day 3. I got inspired by the neutrality of my outfit so I feel I have to pose like a model 😉
Day 4. Military green dress with gray studs
Day 5. Navy-blue and white striped top and shell-pink pants
Day 6. Highlight a gray snake pattern casual long sleeve shirt (also considered neutral)
Day 7. Just a chill outfit with a pop of color (sandals) to take the attention away from the broad shoulders
Day 8. Gloomy weather inspired outfit
Day 9. Off to party in this black-beige dress with side slit accent
Day 10. Loose-tight combo with this black shirt and glittery leggings
Day 11. Modern. Urban. Streetwear.
Day 12. Cropped flare is more modern than bell-bottom.
Day 13. I am limited to neutral-colored clothes that I already own for this challenge, but I can rely on my tribal-print bumbag to elevate today’s look.
Day 14. Added a blue silk ribbon for that vintage vibe
Day 15. A Statement necklace is one of my fave accessories when going neutral. And a simple look gets interesting with cuffs.
Day 16. Any shades of white paired with black looks modern, in my opinion.
Day 17. A bit dressy today with this navy blue and white patterns
Day 18. Minimal and modern color combo again. But an old soul sometimes needs a vintage hair.
Day 19. Sometimes, I follow a trend like this lace cycling shorts, but as much as possible in a neutral color. Black is easy to mix and match. Always timeless
Day 20. Old clothes look updated when mixing and matching.
Day 21. This quasi-neutral shirt is as simple as can be, but black gives it impact.
Day 22. Three of my favorite neutral colors: Gray, Blue, and White.
Day 23. Breaking up monochromatic gray with stripes
Day 24. The shades of blue look classy even in street casual.
Day 25. White, blue and black make me feel enough. They’re my neutrals.
Day 26. Energizing the soon-to-be-finished neutral challenge with a bit of design
Day 27. Delicate and dainty, blue is an appealing color.
Neutrals in earth tones
Day 29. Black and white combo is not always boring
Day 30. Lastly, here is an outfit loaded with neutrals for my travel.
