How To Pull Off One-Tone Dressing

Take your cue from the street style set and try dressing head to toe in one colour this spring

One tone dressing
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Dressing head to toe in one colour is an art, which can give you a chic and sophisticated look if mastered. Here's how to make the trend work this spring.

From: Harper's BAZAAR UK

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Tailored To The Gods

One of the simplest ways to master one-tone dressing is to do it with tailoring. Opt for a matching jacket-and-trouser combo and slip a same-toned tee underneath to make an even bolder statement.
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Little Miss Sunshine

Wear matching pieces of the same tone and material for an effortless statement.
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Patterned Perfection

Picking a slightly patterned or textured piece will help break up the outfit if you want to keep it more subtle.
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Play With Textures

Contrast different textures of the same colour like leather and tulle for an interesting twist.
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Layer Similar Shades

Show as much of the shade as you can by opting for lots of layers and high necks.
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Blushed Hues

Picking pieces of the same hue will elevate even the most casual ensemble.
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Go Big Or Go Home

If you're going to try head to toe in a bold tone, make sure to keep the rest of your ensemble fuss free.
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Stick To The Basics

A relatively simple outfit looks remarkably more sophisticated when every element is the same shade, so don't be afraid to opt for basics.
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Accentuate The Shade

Choose pieces which have just a touch of the colour in them to follow the theme across the outfit.
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Play With Intensity

Don't be afraid to slightly vary shades of the same colour. In some cases, it can have an even bigger impact, drawing attention to different elements of the outfit.
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Accessorize

Small touches like a pop of another bright tone in the form of accessories will lift your ensemble and draw attention to the bag, belt or scarf.
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Try Muted Tones

If you are wary of the trend, pick a muted hue for subtle impact.
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Experiment With Silhouettes

This is a great way to experiment with shape and volume.
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Mix It Up

It is also a great way to mix casual and dressier pieces together.
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Punctuate Subdued Tones With Brights

Muted tones with delicate hits of brighter colours is one way to ensure you look office-appropriate.
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Lengthen Your Frame

Dressing all in one colour can help accentuate your height so it's a great trend to try if you are petite.
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