Introducing Color Me Month – Hello Red

I’m not an expert at much, but I do know color.  I would like to think my years of fearlessly embracing it have made me a color pro. So once I month I’m going to be taking a deeper look at a color, and hopefully inspire you to do the same.

Who looks best in each  hue

What colors work together and why

Plus I’ll be introducing #colormechallenge’s along the way for you to tackle and get involved in & every three months there will be a special Color Me Challenge where I push you to ditch the black and dive into color.

Each month will focus on a specific color and a series of posts surrounding celebrating it in style. First up, We’re seeing red!

For our first feature, we’re talking about Red which is definitely the hottest color of them all and in my opinion one of the easiest to wear.

Every time I wear red on instagram I get a comment saying something along the lines of “I wish I could wear red”, or “You look great in red, I could never wear it” and I’m always shocked. In my opinion (and my Grandma’s too) its the easiest color to wear, because you can do just one pop and it will change everything.

So today’s post is all about the perfect pop of red and three EASY ways to introduce it into your wardrobe.

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, if you’re obsessed with wearing black or crazy about cool colors you can easily spice things up with a red lip. A red lip has become a signature to my style, but it’s the easiest (and most affordable) way to completely change your look.

Are you obsessed with jeans and a white tee? Try adding a bold red lip to add an unexpected level of sass to your look.

Find yourself stuck in a black and white corporate look everyday at the office? Make things pop with a cranberry kiss.

Is your go to date night look a LBD? opt for a cherry red lip and sky high stiletto’s  to really catch his (or her) eye.

If you’re looking to invest in a new bag, why not go bold with a red one! If you’re looking for a small bag for date night out, a crossbody to wear on the weekends or a larger commuter bag, they can all work in red! Red pairs well with almost all colors, and will be a great way to brighten up any outfit!

So ready to invest in RED? If so, here are a few of my favorites:

One   $795  //  Two   $685  //  Three     $890  //  Four   $88  //  Five   $46
Six   $228  //  Seven   $1,100  //  Eight   $250  //  Nine   $2,350  //  Ten $298
Eleven   $1,190  //  Twelve   $1,350  //  Thirteen   $250  //  Fourteen   $435 //  Fifteen   $77
Sixteen $345  //  Seventeen $35.40  //  Eighteen $298  //  Nineteen   $89148  //  Twenty   $145

My first big coat purchase was a pink one from Kate Spade, It was $350 with my employee discount and more than I had ever spent on anything at the time. My favorite part about it was the fact that when winter came, I was the only one in a colorful coat. I quickly also invested in a red thrifted one to wear when I was feeling more pink and less red. To this day, I don’t own a black coat (oops, and I just recently bought black pumps) because I always feel “prettier” in my red one. Getting ready in winter is hard enough when its 12 degrees (or less) so the thought of pulling on a big bland black coat is killer enough to make me stay inside – but I always smile when I slip into my red coat, it’s like snow battling superhero cape I never knew I needed, but not can’t live without.

SO If you’re in the need for a winter refresh – try investing in a red coat and see how much it makes you smile, here are some of my favs:

One   $139  //  Two  $119  Three $2,400  //  Four   $149.90  //  Five   $119
Six $98  //  Seven   $725  //  Eight   $77.40  //  Nine   $34.99  //  Ten   $795
Eleven   $1,689  //  Twelve    $318  //  Thirteen   $225
Fourteen   $248  //  Fifteen   $149.50  //  Sixteen   $795  

The good thing about red is it really looks great with every other color, from pink & purple to yellow & green (red & green is my favorite color combo, but more on that later) it’s a can’t miss color. Thats why I never understand why people are so afraid of it. Red does evoke confidence, strength, and fun – its a bold LOOK AT ME color, so the Leo in me loves it – but for those of you who prefer to blend in, I really encourage you to take a step out of your color comfort zone and tip your toe into the hottest color. You’re special (because you’re here, and #colormecuties are special by nature – duh) so you deserve to stand out.

Try a red lip, invest in a red purse or dive in with a red coat! However you celebrate, Tweet me your color me red purchases, looks and inspiration  @colormecourtney using #colormechallenge for a retweet.

You can also share your posts on instagram with #colormechallenge and tagging & mentioning @colormecourtney so I can see them and share!

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 See you tomorrow for a tip post for all my blogger babes!