This is the very best kind of the affliction! Bright, vivid, sunshiny yellow is my favorite color of the season. Not mustard or muted, amber or apricot, goldenrod or chiffon, but true yellow. You know it when you see it because there’s just nothing else like it. An instant and undeniably pick-me-up, rich lemon yellow makes people smile. And it will be sure to make you smile to yourself, especially when it’s in the form of a fluidly draped dress, sparkling convertible tunic, or too-cute little miniskirt. Who says yellow is supposed to be mellow? Kick things up a notch, no matter what storm clouds or dreariness the weather brings, and create your own sunny day.
1) 3.1 Phillip Lim Silk V-Neck Dress: This just might be what Phillip Lim does best: taking the initially most simplistic of dresses and bringing a je ne sais quoi. Not only is the color a standout, his configuration of structure and slouch is rare. At Saks Fifth Avenue for $650.
2) 3.1 Phillip Lim Rhinestone Trompe L’Oeil Tuxedo Shirt: So sunny he made the list twice! Phillip doubles our cheer with yellow that sparkles as much as the midnight sky. A scrunch-able jersey top switches into shift territory for a totally different look. At Saks Fifth Avenue for $195.
3) Roberto Cavalli Jersey Dress: I can’t remember the last time such an innocent shade looked so suggestive. These draped lines hug every curve to bring out your flirty side. Who knew yellow was a bombshell shade? At Saks Fifth Avenue for $995.
4) Diane von Furstenberg Elley Mini Skirt: One word: adorable. This black-on-glowing yellow A-line skirt buzzes with energy. Pair it with easy flats or wedges and a menswear-inspired shirt, and don’t forget to bring as much sunny spirit as your mini. At Saks Fifth Avenue for $265.
5) Thakoon Addition Asymmetric Dress: Thakoon’s take on the hue reads like liquid gold. It’s all in the sheen of that rippling silk, which only improves with movement. A little asymmetry via a ruffle at the shoulder and this dress is a ray of light. On ShopBop
