By Stephanie Costa, GalTime.com
Galtime has debunked 6 of fashion's most common myths with the help of Glambassador & Lifestyle blogger Christina L. Pollack.
MYTH: You can never pair black and navy blue
TRUTH: Black and navy blue don't traditionally work well together because they are so similar in color. The key is to wear shades that differ enough so the pairing looks intentional...and people don't think that you got dressed in the dark! Black and navy blue can also look stunning through the use of a print/pattern. Here is an example of black and blue office attire.
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MYTH: You can't wear gold and silver jewelry together
TRUTH: A big trend in jewelry this season is mixed metals. When paired in an intentional manner, the look is very chic and glamorous, as it combines both the coolness of silver and the glamour of gold. Here's an example of an outfit featuring a striking animal print dress and mixed-metal jewelry.
MYTH: Horizontal stripes will widen you
TRUTH: It's not so much the pattern that widens you; it's the shape of the garment. By selecting a flattering silhouette. such as a peplum top or a dress with a belted waistline, a horizontally striped outfit can look good on anyone. Try something like this...
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MYTH: You should never mix and match prints
TRUTH: When mixing and matching prints, try pairing a smaller, more subtle pattern (such as a pinstripe pant) with bolder print (like an abstract floral top). The key to this look is to choose an overall color scheme that coordinates well. For exampel, if your theme is bright blue and lime green, each pattern in the ensemble should pick-up those colors.
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MYTH: Never wear more than one bold color at a time
TRUTH: Color blocking is a major trend right now! Contrasting colors such as mint and coral look fresh and fun when paired together.
Color Blocking
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