Good morning and happy International Women’s Day, a day that celebrates the achievements of amazing women all around the world. It is also a day that reminds us to go forth and continue to push for gender equality. And while we’re pushing, why not dress ourselves in this season’s dynamic duo – pink and red.
Though you wouldn’t necessarily know it by my mostly monochromatic style, I happen to love this combo. Red lends power to the pretty pink and adds a dash of fierce that lets people know you mean business.
But, make no mistake about it, wearing pink on its own can be equally empowering.
Empowering you say?
That divisive color that seems to signal in so many a major disdain;
the presumption that if you wear pink you must surely be weak;
the girly-girl color meant for six-year olds and Barbie dolls?
Well, I’m here to tell you that stereotypes are made to be broken and wearing pink does not limit you to being some kind of damsel in distress. Yes, pink fell on hard times for a while, and there are certainly those who will never accept it, but it is back big-time this spring and I couldn’t be happier about it.
Perception is rarely reality.
Don’t judge a color by its…well, color.
So what do you think of this combo? Would you wear them together?
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24 Comments
I believe this is a fabulous color combination Mary!! It’s bright and grabs your attention like no other!!
Besides, you have some black in there to tame it down, right? :)
jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
Fantastic look… love the pairing,….
This is actually the same color combo that I will be sporting along with orange and pink for Spring. Loving your whole outfit.
Amazing combination!Great outfit:-)
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I have always loved pink and red together and you do such perfection! This outfit really feels like spring and you look beautiful in it!
Mary this look is beautiful! I love the pink and red combo, just gorgeous!
xx, Elise
http://www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com
I love an outfit that incorporates clever colour blocking! Your pants are amazing and the clutch really suits the look
Adrianna xx
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I love this color combo! It just says love and power to me!
Brooke
pumps and push-ups
I LOVE red and pink together and of course, you make them look so fabulous together!! Love the peplum/ruffle detailing of your top! Such a pretty and bright color!
Sarah
Trendy & Tidy
You look beautiful on this red and pink combination.
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Love this powerful combo! As usual, your pieces are simply gorgeous. I love the sleeves. Your shoes are so fun!
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Love this look- you wear it flawlessly! I agree, a powerful color combo indeed!
love this combo, who can argue with red, it renders brilliant and powerful, perfect color to pair with pink!!!
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You look so stunning with this red and pink looks honey!
xx
Mónica Sors
MES VOYAGES À PARIS
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I am glad that you acknowledged International Women’s Day like I did in my last post, too. I don’t wear pink+red often but I have before and you have reminded me of such a pretty duo to wear together. Every piece you have on is stunning, but I particularly love the accessories, Mary. As always your style is divine!
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This color combo is amazing! I have been seeing it everywhere but have yet to try it myself! Maybe this weekend :)
michellespaige.com
Another beautiful & perfectly styled outfit! The pink and red are so fun together! Hope you had a wonderful Women’s Day!
Marta
http://www.sweatersstripesandsweets.com
I love rocking this same combo too since these are two of my fave colors to wear! Plus, there are so many shades of pink and red that you basically have limitless options.
Abby of Life in the Fash Lane
I love this combo together! It definitely makes a statement and you look beautiful in it!
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I like your style dear! So cute that colors are coming so hard!
xx
Mónica Sors
MES VOYAGES À PARIS
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I love this combination. Even more, I admire it. As you cite, pink has such strong gender-association with negative sexist baggage, just it’s really just a color and a pretty one. When I started wearing female clothes, one of my first dilemmas was whether to combine red with pink. Despite apprehension, I found the two to go nicely together — as you amply demonstrate here. You look marvelous!
This is such a stunning color combination! You look gorgeous!
Jill
Doused In Pink
Love the color combo.
xx
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I love this color combo! One of my favorites!
xo,
Jacqueline
Stylin In St. Louis