Green has always been and always will be one of my favorite colors – not only in my closet, but in my home too! I’ve often said that I find it such a hard color to find. But, I’m seeing more and more shades of green all over the world in 2023, which has me very excited. Just this week, Kate Spade announced that they have teamed up with Pantone to create the perfect green – Kate Spade Green! With this exciting announcement and my lifelong love of green, I thought it would be fun to put together some green outfit ideas, including what colors to pair with green and how to pull off a monochromatic look. I’m also going to share ten of my favorite green wardrobe pieces so you can start mixing and matching this fun color right away!
How to style a green outfit
Considering it’s one of my favorite colors, it’s no wonder I love creating green outfits for every season. I have shared many ways to wear this shade over the years. Some of my favorites include this green and brown outfit , this fun spring green outfit , and this green blazer and gingham pants outfit . With the new resort and spring arrivals on the way, you better believe I’ll be creating a lot more green looks in the near future!
Green Monochrome Outfit Ideas
Okay, so the way I see it, there are two main ways to create an elegant and creative green outfit – monochromatic or by combining strange color combinations. You know I love a matching look and that goes for color too. So, unsurprisingly, I’m a huge fan of monochromatic dressing!
I think a head to toe green outfit is so chic and easy to put together. But I understand that if you don’t usually wear all one shade, a monochromatic green outfit can be a little intimidating at first. Here’s my tip – When it comes to monochromatic dressing, it’s less about creating a look in the same shade of green, and more about mixing and matching shades of green that compliment each other. I think the high and low of the different shades creates more interest. Similarly, the more differentiated textures you add, the better. Layering multiple shades of green in combination with different materials creates a richer look. Here are some green monochrome outfit ideas for inspiration!
Color combinations using green
As much as I love a monochromatic look, creating color combinations in my closet brings me JOY! While I tend to never rule out any combination (where’s the fun in that?) I do have a few favorite green color combinations. Here are some of my favorite colors to pair with green outfits for a fresh spring look.
Green and yellow outfit ideas
I think this is a seriously underutilized color combination, but it totally works! A green and yellow outfit creates a beautiful citrus feel that is perfect for spring. I actually first posted about this color combination back in 2019 with this lemon and lime spring outfit. I think this combination feels as fresh in 2023 as it did then.
Green and pink outfit ideas
Green and pink is a color combination that can sometimes feel a bit overwhelming. In particular, green and hot pink dresses have become very popular – seen in floral prints, stripes and solids. However, I like to create green and pink outfits that are a little more Unexpected. My favorite way to do this is by mixing neon green with pastel pink. This green and pink winter outfit and this green and pink hiking outfit are two examples. These different shades still create the classic color combination, but with a fun and modern vibe!
Green and blue outfit ideas
Perhaps the easiest yet trendiest color combination at the moment – green and blue. I actually wore this green and blue striped top just this week. It made the perfect starting point to create a casual green and blue look. This green and blue winter outfit is another favorite. Again, for me, the key is finding fun nuances of these shades that are slightly unexpected. Apple green, turquoise blue, robin’s egg blue… there are so many interesting shades of these colors to play with when preparing green outfit ideas!
10 favorite green outfits
Are you ready to give these outfit ideas a go? green light? Maybe you’re looking for a special piece to start building a green-centric outfit. In order to get your creative thinking going, I’m going to share my ten favorite pieces of green clothing that are available right now. Whether you live somewhere cold or warm, there’s a little something for everyone (and every budget) in this roundup!
1. Perfect skirt with green pencil
As I mentioned above, Kate Spade recently teamed up with Pantone to create Kate Spade Green – a celebration of their original signature shade from 1993. And of course, it’s one of the prettiest shades of green for spring! It reminds me of a field of grass or fresh flowers. They currently have so many items in this new shade, but this green pencil skirt is definitely my favorite. This piece is easy to dress up or dress down. Personally, I love a pencil skirt paired with sneakers and a striped top! Looking for a green skirt outfit but more in a mini mood? This green mini skirt is so cute (I love the gold buttons) and it’s currently 40% off!
2. Green ballet flats
The internet has been buzzing that ballet flats are back, but let’s be honest, they never went away! These ballet flats are the coolest shade of green and the price is hard to beat. They would look great paired with white cropped denim and this cropped coat for a cool, casual green outfit. Looking for something a little different? These green velvet flats are so fun – I love the unexpected texture!
3. Le Specs Air Heart Green Sunglasses
It wouldn’t be an Atlantic-Pacific post without talking about sunglasses! The finishing touch to any outfit are sunnies. So when I saw that Le Specs had a limited edition pair of green Air Hearts (one of my favorite pairs of sunglasses), I HAD to include them! These would be so chic paired with this perfect green sundress and sandals. PS If you’re a sunglass collector like me, check out this pair, which is currently under $20!
4. A green dress
Still in the throes of winter? Looking for a green outfit that can stand alone and be the clothing? This green maxi dress is just perfect! La DoubleJ creates such emotional, interesting prints and this dress is no exception. This colorful ensemble, this black and white mini dress, and this jacquard ensemble are some of my favorite La DoubleJ looks.
5. Resort-Ready Green Bag
I’ve been wearing this bag over and over and I don’t plan on taking it off anytime soon. A more vibrant and light shade of green, this clutch is perfect for a date or night on the town. It’s just the right amount of green to add a little pop to any outfit. I also love the pretty pearl clasp, which makes it easy to match with all my pearl jewelry, including these affordable earrings!
6. An elegant green mule
I have this shoe in seven colors and I don’t regret it! The shade of green is such a gorgeous color, paving the way for elegant and fun outfits. These shoes are also a great height to wear with a midi skirt or a pair of cropped jeans. At under $50, these green mules look a lot more expensive than they are (and they come in 13 other colors, too!)
7. Oversized green top
You know outerwear is the way to my heart, so I couldn’t do a roundup of my favorite green outfit ideas and not include some great coats. This oversized wool coat is a rich, deep shade of green, making it easy to wear with dark browns and blacks in the colder months. If you’re looking for something a little more fun and edgy, I’d check out this green swing jacket and this green coat!
8. Green Statement Earrings
These earrings combine two of my favorite things: green and hearts! I bought these last year and was afraid I wouldn’t get much use, but boy was I wrong! They bring such a fun and feminine vibe to any green outfit and ended up being one of my most worn earrings of 2022. Paired with a green dress and sunglasses, they completed this all-green outfit perfectly. And if you’re not big on earrings, don’t worry – they even come with a necklace!
9. A Daily Tee
A striped top is one of those items of clothing I can’t live without. I’m loving this wide striped boat neck top – something about it feels so fresh. The combination of kelly green and light blue just screams spring and I’m here for it! If you’re looking to create an everyday green outfit, this is the perfect piece to start with. It would look great paired with these green sneakers or these classic white and green wedges.
10. A dress for Wow
This stunning green dress is ready for the holidays! The asymmetric cut is fresh and unique, the perfect combination! This shade would be so fun to style as a solid green outfit – paired with green sandals and statement earrings. Moreover, it would also look great paired with shoes and accessories in simple shades of brown, brown and raffia.
Green clothing ideas for 2023
So what do you think? Are you green with envy for these fresh spring pieces? I hope you feel inspired by these green outfit ideas and are ready to put together something fun! Be sure to check back because I can promise you there will be more green clothing coming here to the Atlantic-Pacific in 2023!
