Pantone’s 2016 Color of the Year: Rose Quartz & Serenity – Fall Edition

October is here which means fall has arrived! October is also Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which symbolizes their awareness with the color pink.  Remember when Pantone announced their 2016 colors of the year, Rose Quartz & Serenity?  For this post, I have resorted back to show how to wear these two colors this fall and how you can show appreciation and wear pink for Breast Cancer Awareness through your outfits.

For the fall season, Rose Quartz has transformed more into a Dusty Rose or Dusty Cedar color while Serenity has converted into Pantone’s Airy Blue color.  These two colors are a part of the Pantone’s Fall 2016 Color Report and they pay homage to Pantone’s 2016 Colors of the Year.  According to Pantone’s 2016 Color Report, Dusty Cedar is “a fall and winter versions of the Pinks we’re used to seeing in the spring…it exudes warmth and welcome” and AiryBlue “evokes feelings of light and freedom”.

For this post, I have created three outfits utilizing fall versions of the colors Rose Quartz & Serenity.

Outfit #1: Boho with Fur

For this first outfit, I paired my chambray button-up with dusty rose pants and layered the look with a cream faux fur vest.  I accessorized the outfit with a jewel pendant, a western inspired hat, and opted for a pair of camel ankle boots.

Stylist Tip: If you haven’t already, invest in a chambray button-up. Chambray acts like a neutral – it can be paired with everything and worn all-year round!

Shirt: Old Navy | Vest: Von Maur | Pants: Old Navy | Necklace: The Limited | Shoes: Charlotte Russe | Hat: Forever 21 

Outfit #2: Dusty Rose w/ Dark Florals

For this outfit, I kept the dusty rose pants and swapped chambray for a dark floral blouse.  I layered the outfit with a black blazer and mixed prints together by opting for black and white printed heels to create a casual chic or business casual work outfit.  To complement the florals, I accessorized with a pair of pearl studs and bracelet.  I recently wore this outfit for an after work networking event and dinner with friends. 

Stylist Tip: Yes, florals can be worn all year! During the fall/winter season, opt for moody dark florals instead of your typical pastel spring florals.

Shirt: Kohl's (Lauren Conrad Collection) | Pants: Old Navy | Blazer: BCBG Max Azria | Shoes: Target | Purse: New York & Company | Bracelet: Gift

Outfit #3: Serenity w/Black

Since chambray is similar in color as Serenity and acts as neutral, I decided to create a layered casual fall look.  I paired my chambray button-up with black skinny jeans and a cream oversized cardigan sweater.  I added some texture to the look by adding Stella & Dot’s Genevieve Tassel Necklace and opting for a pair of leopard flats.

Stylist Tip: Add some pizazz to a classic go-to outfit with texture in your accessories or shoes.

Shirt: Old Navy | Sweater: Target | Jeans: JCPenney | Necklace: Stella & Dot | Shoes: DSW (sale)

Which outfit is your favorite? How would you wear pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month?