Ring in a Stylish New Year With These Color of the Year Looks

Color of the year looks for 2016.

Get the look of the color of the year with these serenity and rose quartz looks.

The reviews have been mixed on Pantone’s pick for Color of Year for 2016. For the first time in its history the color forecasting giant chose two colors for 2016. Those colors are serenity, a soft blue, and rose quartz, an ethereal pink. The decision has seen somewhat mixed reviews, but like it or not the colors are here to stay. Pretty soon, they will be the colors you will find everywhere.

If you aren’t so sure about the colors, let us put it into perspective for you. In the way of fashion, Serenity and Rose Quartz are a huge improvement over the Marsala pick for 2015. Marsala is a fine color for a wall, but it’s more limiting in fashion. While Serenity and Rose Quartz prove flattering to many more skin tones, Marsala is a much more challenging color to pull off.

If you aren’t convinced, here are some of our favorite Serenity and Rose Quartz fashions to take you into the new year.

Color of the Year for 2016

Color of the year looks for 2016.

Beatrice T-Strap Mid Heels from Boden, $134.40

Wear these rose gold metallic heels on New Year’s to ring in the new year in style.

Color of the year looks for 2016.

Embroidered Chambray Peasant Blouse from NY & Co, $35

Dress this up or dress it down for on trend color of the year style.

Color of the year looks for 2016.

Grace Dress from Boden, $118.80

A little sparkle goes a long way with this pretty party dress. Its straight skirt and fixed waistband gives the dress an easy yet refined edge.

Color of the year looks for 2016.

Blue Zip Sweater from Dorothy Perkins, $35

Be on trend, yet warm and casual with this pretty sweater.

Color of the year looks for 2016.

Colorblock Pleated Skirt from Kate Spade, $213

This colorblock skirt in rose, nude, black, and cream is perfect for work, or a dressier occasion.

Color of the year looks for 2016.

Crop Top Skater Dress from Asos, $56.50

This embellished dress will get you ready for spring.

Color of the year looks for 2016.

Kiera Pleated Cloche Hat from Accessorize, $38.60

Cover your noggin in style with this practical and sweet cloche.

Color of the year looks for 2016.

Ballet Flats from Asos, $22

Ballet flats are just a necessity.

Color of the year looks for 2016.

DKNY Crepe Blazer from Net-a-Porter, $223

This satin-trimmed blazer will make a wonderful addition to your closet for 2016.

Color of the year looks for 2016.

Scalloped Silk Blouse from Banana Republic, $69.99

Pair this blouse with the blazer above to be on trend for 2016.

Color of the year looks for 2016.

Belted Cashmere Sweater from Anthropologie, $28.40

Everyone needs a warm cashmere sweater, right?

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Image: Pantone

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