color combo #1

a trip to one of our alma maters this past weekend got us thinking about fashion during a football game (imagine!). lost in a sea of red and black, we were struck by the notion of color combinations and how they work for--or against--each other. for example, red and black should only be worn together while tailgating in the parking lot or inside sanford stadium cheering for the bulldogs (see below).

and the same thing goes for purple and gold: this classic collegiate combination should only be worn by mascots (see lsu tiger).

so what color combinations do work this season? for evening there nothing is more chic than black and gold. megan fox showed off this look at the mtv movie awards, and poole shop has some great options from see by chloe to help you adopt the style as your own.

we admit that at first glance this see by chloe sequin mini dress did have a certain fred flintstone quality about it, but we've come to love this little guy. worn on the right girl, it would be quite the head-turner at any festive soiree.

a great top that pairs effortlessly with a skinny black pant or tucked into one of the season's flirty "ra-ra" skirts.



for a more traditional look, this black tuxedo blouse and vintage-inspired "grandma" cardigan are a great fit that can also go from day to night.

a great accessory can top any outfit -- try this beautiful black and gold pony hair belt from meredith wendell for the perfect finishing touch.