The idea is for it to streamline your look and keep you looking chic even on those super rushed mornings.
I’m usually of the strong opinion when it comes to dressing and fashion there are no rules. As far as I am concerned anything goes and you can make anything work, as long as you feel comfortable and happy in it. However, having said all that, I’m going to go completely against the grain with this post.
Some of you may have heard of the 1-2-1 rule currently doing the fashion circuit at the moment which has been termed as a “fashion failsafe”. The 1-2-1 rule dictates an outfit should be made up of two block colours, one colour is worn on your top half and shoes and the second is sandwiched in between. The idea is for it to streamline your look and keep you looking chic even on those super rushed mornings.
As a fan of colour blocking I thought I’d put this rule to the test to see if it really is a failsafe. I went with orange as my bulk colour as this isn’t a shade I’d usually wear. Plus, I think it’s quite a tricky colour to style, so anything which makes it easier is good by me!
I broke it up with white to keep it looking summery. I have to say I was pretty happy with the finished look. As it says on the tin, this really is the easiest way to look chic.
As a side note, I have to give these trousers from Oui a huge thumbs up. I love the cut of them and the heavy weight fabric means they fall really well, but best of all they don’t crease. They’re perfect for the office, out for brunch or shopping with the girls.
If you’re of normal height i.e. not 5ft1 like me, then they’d probably be cropped on you but they’re the perfect full length for me(!), so the good news is if you’re on the shorter side as these still work perfectly. They come with in a number of different colours which I’m already planning on investing in. Plus, the black and stone shades are currently on sale so I’d definitely put them top of your wish list.
Outfit details: Sweater – Oui (similar HERE & HERE) | Trousers – Oui (find HERE) | Shoes – Versace (Similar HERE in black & HERE in pink) | Bag – Chanel (similar HERE & HERE) | Necklace – Primark (similar HERE & HERE)
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Splendid photos! Love it!!!
xoxo, Hadasah
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U look so beautiful babe and this top looks awesome on you…!! Great post hun…xx, Neha
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Amazing outfit, you look great!
LA VEINE
I’ve never heard of the 1-2-1 rule as far as being explained, but that’s def a common go-to! I love the way you “followed” the “rule” here. Looks great!
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What a beautiful sweater and love this little corner you picked as a shooting location!! And your dog is just too sweet! Xx Susanne – http://bagatyou.com
Nice color blocking outfit.
Bernie, xx
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The color-blocking rule definitely worked for you! Orange is a tricky color to style, and doing so with white was a great summer choice. Your little dog is adorable, by the way!
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You look great, yoir dog is very cute!
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You look so cute! I love this outfit and thanks for the tips!
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Such a wonderful post!<3
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I love the color combo. That color looks perfect against the white pants.
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Nice post!! This one 1-2-1 outfit is great! 😉
Kisses
Agnese & Elisa
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That shooting location is seriously so cute! And so are you and your photo companion! 😉
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Jecky
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Very cool sweater! Love the doggy too!
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I think you nailed it! Orange is a colour I wear often, well more so coral, and I think it goes perfectly with white, so the 1-2-1 rule here works wonders!
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I never knew about this rule before, but it seems to work perfectly, and I absolutely adore this outfit. You look fabulous.
Amy;
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you look so classy and elegant! i can’t believe that you turned these simple pieces into something elegant! 🙂 you’re stunning! :))
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You look as gorgeous as always, I adore the colors and your puppy is adorable!
Camila,
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love orange color, great look my dear
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Huh, I never knew about the 1-2-1 rule, but it looks like a good rule of thumb to follow. Your outfit looks really well put together :B
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Beautiful photos! Your chihuahua is adorable… I have two of them myself! 🙂
April xx
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Fashion is all about being confident and comfortable. I have never heard of the 1-2-1 rule, thank you for sharing it. I love this outfit on you.
Thanks a lot 😀
Another perfect combo my dear friend 😀 Love the orange contrast!
So cuuute photos 😀
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Lovely outfit! The colourblocking with bold colours is still something I’m a bit scared to do, but maybe one day I will give it a go! You really pull it off, you look stunning! Thanks for sharing, have a great day.
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Love the jumper so much! Great casual look!
Daniel x
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Such a cute pictures!! The dog is so adorable!!
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You look amazing in this bright color! The 1-2-1 rule is so fun when you have a gorgeous orange like that xx
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This is such a great look. The orange sweater is perfect on you. I really like the idea of this rule.
Gemma x
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Great post, I like it 🙂 beautiful bag and dog 🙂
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I love colour blocking especially with bold colours. You look amazing and your furry kid is soooo adorable x
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You’re so lovely, thank you so much! xx
Thank you so much lovely! xx
Thank you doll xx
I totally agree re. orange. I think that’s why I never really wear it but the 1-2-1 rule made it super easy xx
Thank you Benita xx
Thank you xx
Thank you so much hunny xx
Hope you found them helpful hun xx
Thank you, Simba say thank you too! xx
Awww thanks hunny xx
Awww you’re so lovely, thank you! xx
It defintiely makes dressing simple! xx
You are the sweetest, thank you for the lovely words xx
Simba really does steal the show in this post! xx
Thank you hun xx
Thank you very much lovely xx
Awww Chihuahua are such gorgeous doggies! xx
Yes, you’re so right, it definitely is! xx
Thank you doll xx
Thank you so much Daniel xx
Thank you doll xx
It’s definitely nice to be wearing bright colours for once xx
Thank you Gemma xx
Totally agree, colour blocking with vibrant colours is the best xx
Thank you so much from Simba and I! xx
This is a pretty colour blocking I must say, the orange stands out more since you paired it with white. You look taller than 5’1″, you really know how to dress well. Love you look as always babe!
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Gorgeous! You pull off orange so well! I never heard of the 1-2-1 rule, so I’m glad you mentioned it! Will definitely try this next time when there’s a tricky color I want to wear.
Kim
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Thanks hun xx
Thank you sweetie xx
Thank you so much lovely xx
I know exactly what you mean about bright colours being intimidating hun xx
You really are the sweetest, thank you so much xx
I would have struggled to style such a bright orange if it wasn’t for that rule xx
Color blocking is fun! I haven’t heard of that rule yet but it makes sense.
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Fashion style, love you so much.
I love how simple it is to follow and makes colour blocking so easy xx
Thank you so much darling xx
I am crushing over this orange lately. Lovely you looking.
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Thank you hunny! I think Simba stole the show in these photos! xx
Me too! I’m really into orange and red at the moment! xx