In honor of next week’s Puttin’ on the Pink luncheon and fashion show, I am dedicating this article to the color pink! The event is hosted by The Kupferle Health Board, and the fashion show is sponsored by Highland Park Village.
So, two things you need to know about this event:
- It is an amazing fundraiser with proceeds benefiting mobile health outreach to underserved women.
- …and the fashion show is over-the-top spectacular!!!
If you are attending, I hope you are planning to arrive via a vintage pink Volkswagen van. You will definitely want to arrive in time for a complimentary pre-luncheon pink cocktail and fabulous boutique shopping!
So, what would Holley suggest one wear to such a posh event? Something pink…of course! One of my favorite looks is a light pink Zara pant suit, black and white striped blouse, and grey pumps. For a little pizzazz, think about adding some bling and a cute hat. Maybe you would like a way to repurpose your silver 
metallic pleated skirt from the fall. May I suggest wearing it with a white button- down blouse, a light pink coat and a grey pump. A great look to copy is the tweed pink skirt set worn by Amal Clooney as seen on our Pinterest board. I’m pretty sure George would even approve!
Maybe your favorite shade is bright pink or actually hot pink! Again, I love that pant suits are back on trend, and I’m crushing on the 
fuchsia one Blake Lively wore with strappy black sandals. One of my favorite hot pink dresses is an Alexander McQueen crepe wool dress with tulip sleeves. It’s a dress that can go from the office to a charity luncheon and to a cocktail party in the evening. The Kate Spade floral flounce dress is also a winner and perfect for church, luncheons, and showers. Sounds like a party to me!
Do you own a pink accessory? If not, I’m pretty sure you will want to purchase something pink after you see our Pinterest board. To make a major statement, consider a bold necklace. Two of our featured necklaces include a bright fuchsia link necklace from J Crew and the Sienna layered choker necklace from Anthropology.
Both options could possibly complement one of your pink ensembles, and they would look stunning worn with an all-white outfit. A fashion rule to remember is when you wear a large statement necklace, keep your earrings simple. Think about a wearing pink stud earring that matches a statement necklace. And vice versa, if you wear large earrings, you won’t need a necklace at all. A pair of earrings that would be a great pop for a pink ensemble are opal Galactic earrings from Bauble Bar. And if you are planning to host an “arm party,” wear a stack of pink bangles, an odd number…of course.
Another way to add a pop of pink to your spring wardrobe is with a purse. Kate Spade has a beautiful scalloped satchel that looks great with 
black, white and grey, or consider wearing it with a pink monochromatic ensemble. But again, if you like your colors a little on the hot side, then know you can’t go wrong with a quilted Chanel or Louis Vuitton handbag, both in hot pink. Be sure to be on the “watch out” for a trendy time piece. If you are the girly-girl type, then I’m pretty sure you will love the pale pink Ted Baker watch on our Pinterest board.
The way I’m adding a pop of pink to my wardrobe this spring is with a pink coat. My favorite way to wear it is with a pair of jeans and sneakers, or I can style it up with black slacks, a white blouse, and black heels. It also complements my grey and white jeans. Wow…I love it when I have so many style options! Even though pink seems fancy, flirty, and feminine….it can also be casual and fun! A pair of glittery flats that wink back at you will look adorable with a pair of white jeans and a black and white striped t-shirt. And be sure to add a pair of pink shades and a Panama hat!
Do you like to pamper yourself? Well then….what sounds more luxurious than soaking in a pink bubble bath while sipping a pink mimosa? I’m pretty sure nothing! All you need now is a really cute pair of pink pajamas. Between florals, stripes, and satins seen on our Pinterest board, you have an array of options to choose from. And of course you will want to consider adding a pair of slippers and an eye mask.
Oh my goodness….is this starting to sound like a chapter from the Pinkalicious book series? I hope so!
Holley Williams is a personal stylist specializing in closet inventory, seasonal shopping, closet organization and wardrobe consultation. Contact Holley at [email protected].
Hospitality is in my DNA. I founded Home with a Twist, a daughter’s twist on her mother’s traditions, in memory of my mother to celebrate her life and the gifts she shared with me. Mother loved to celebrate life’s occasions – big and small.
