a lovely living

Monochromatic: Grey or Gray?

grey

Have you guys ever tried out the monochromatic look, intentionally or not? I’m linking up with my girlfriend Becky over at Mommy in Heels for the What She Wears link-up and this month they chose to have everyone style a monochromatic look. For some reason I had the hardest time putting this look together. I initially came out wearing all blush pink to which my husband remarked, “that’s a lot of pink”. Since I was already questioning the outfit in the first place, I took that as my cue to head back to my closet. It turns out that grey is a very popular color in my wardrobe (which I think I already knew), but I don’t typically wear it paired together because it can feel a bit too dull.  In the end, I ended up trying out two different grey outfits. I’m not sure I would have put either of them together had it not been for this link-up, but I appreciate being pushed out of my comfort zone every now and then.  Have a look and let me know which outfit you like the best, #1 or #2?

grey1

 Details: JCrew coat / LOFT sweater / LOFT pants / Monrow tank / Kate Spade bag (similar) / DV by Dolce Vita booties (similar) / Baublebar necklace (similar)

grey2

Details: Boden sweater (similar) / LOFT pants / Monrow tank / JCrew belt (old) / JCrew Factory necklace / Madewell tote / Blackstone boots

So what do you think? Have you ever or would you ever try a monochromatic look? I’m certainly going to keep it in mind moving forward!

Linking up with Mommy in Heels and Style Sessions

Comments

Amber says:
Love #1
Jennifer Wargo says:
Agreed! #1 is #1!
Staci says:
#1 for sure!
Andrea says:
Both are cute, but #1 really caught my eye! :)
Linda A Cassidy says:
I cannot decide, 2 looks so fun, so both.
Meagan says:
I LOVE both of these all gray look on you! I also have no idea how to spell gray/grey as well. Yikes.
Whitney says:
Love them both but #1 is my favorite. Love the texture in that sweater against your necklace.
Charlie says:
I'm partial to the 'e' version myself, but I am truly partial to the colour. You look fabulous. Grey is a wonderful colour to mix with. and it has amazing nuance - there is always another colour to it. Love it!! Thanks for sharing.
christian says:
Definitely the 1st! You are just beautiful! Love the outfit!
Evelyn says:
I like the first one. I love how you put all the pieces together. Every pieces stand out but doesn't overpower the other. For the second outfit, I specifically love the pop-up of the deep orange/brownish color. ~ Evelyn of http://RagsExchange.com AND http://StyleActuallyBlog.com
Dawnelle says:
You so totally got it!! I won't lie... I'm loving both outfits and I love the lighter gray paired with the darker gray/charcoal skinnies. You look fabulous!
Brandi says:
You were my pick for the link up. I LOVE both outfits. Especially the boots and bag in #2. So something I would wear!!

Leave a Reply

Your email stays private. Comments appear after approval.