
An easy way to add versatility to your neutrals is by adding a patterned scarf and/or patterned blazer to your rotation. Layer existing pieces, mix textures and play with lengths. One of my favorite tricks is to wear a long sleeved sweater under a 3/4 length sleeve blazer to make my staple items feel fresh and trendy.
A pattern doesn't need to be bold or brightly colored to make a great statement, it just needs to visually break up the monotone of a neutral colored outfit.
Pops of neutral pattern to try: Striped button-shoulder pullover Banana Republic $69.50 Striped drop-shoulder pullover Gap $44.95 Atajate jacket Anthropologie $158 Jacquard brocade scarf LOFT $34.50 Watercolor floral scarf Banana Republic $59.50 How I wore it: Scoop neck sweater with military detailing on sleeves -Ann Taylor (Fall 2010) Striped 3/4 sleeve blazer -LOFT (Summer 2012) Patterned scarf -Ann Taylor (Fall 2011) Lace cami -Express Straight leg jeans -LOFT |