Colorful Dresses & Tops | Color Theory: Pops of Color

Amanda Uprichard Strapless Puzzle Mini Dress in Shocking Pink, front view

Leo Maxi Dress in Palm Springs

$ 19.99

Amanda Uprichard strapless Berkshire Midi Dress in Lavender - front view

Alessandra Maxi Dress in Chiffon

$ 19.99

Amanda Uprichard halter Ashton Maxi in Pink Combo Ombre

Colorful dresses are at the heart of Amanda Uprichard, and this collection brings our brightest shades together in one place. Pinks run from Shocking Pink to Fuchsia and Magenta. Reds include Crimson, Scarlet, and Ruby. Pomelo brings the orange, yellows burst in Daffodil and Sunshine, greens as Malachite and Palmetto, and Cobalt holds down the blues.

Each color family covers more than one silhouette, i.e. you'll find bright colored dresses in mini, midi, and maxi lengths alongside colorful tops, rompers, skirts, and pants. Shop by the shade that catches your eye, then choose the length and style that fits your plans. Blue in every shade, from baby blue to navy, lives in Blues.

Statement Color for Every Occasion
A colorful dress does the work for you. On vacation, a hot pink colorful mini dress or a Daffodil yellow romper looks right at home by the water and at dinner on the patio. For showers and garden parties, a Sunshine yellow mini dress or a Shocking Pink romper feels festive and still appropriate for daytime.

Weddings are where bold color shines. A Cobalt or Malachite maxi dress is a popular wedding guest choice, especially for evening celebrations, because it photographs beautifully and never competes with the bride. Colorful outfits also work for date nights, birthdays, and any plans that call for a look people remember.

How to Wear Bold Color
Bright color is simpler to wear than it looks. Start with one saturated piece and let it lead. A colorful dress needs little more than nude or metallic shoes and minimal jewelry. Keep accessories in a single metal and skip busy prints so the color stays the focus.

Color blocking is another way to wear brights. Pair a colorful top with a skirt or pants in a second bold shade, such as pink with red or cobalt with green. For a more relaxed look, pair one bright piece with a shade from Neutrals. Bright clothes also pair so beautifully with the prints in our Florals collection when the print shares a color with the solid piece. New shades arrive throughout the year, and you'll always find the latest in New Arrivals.

FAQ

+ - What dress colors are trending this season?

Red is having a moment this season, along with electric blue, turquoise, peach, and yellow. Hot pink and fuchsia continue to hold their place year-round. At Amanda Uprichard, those trends show up as Crimson, Scarlet, Cobalt, Sunshine, and Shocking Pink across dresses, tops, and rompers. Check Trending Now for the shades appearing in our newest styles.

+ - Can I wear a bright colored dress to a wedding?

Yes. A bright colored dress is a popular wedding guest choice because it appears festive and never gets confused with bridal white. Match the shade to the setting. Cobalt, crimson, and emerald suit evening and formal celebrations, while pink, yellow, and coral are perfect for daytime and destination weddings. Check the dress code first and avoid the wedding party's color if you know it.

+ - What is color blocking and how do I style it?

Color blocking is wearing two or more solid, contrasting colors together in one outfit, with no print. Start with a colorful top and a skirt or pants in a different bold shade. Colors that sit across from each other on the color wheel, such as pink and green or cobalt and yellow, create the sharpest contrast. Keep silhouettes simple and accessories neutral to let the colors stand out.

+ - What accessories work with a statement color dress?

Nude or metallic heels, a neutral bag, and simple gold or silver jewelry let a statement color dress take the lead. For a more coordinated look, match one accessory, such as a shoe or an earring, to the dress color. Avoid adding a second bright unless you're intentionally color blocking, and keep prints to a minimum.