Nude means anything from a dusty pink to dark camel and what ever falls in between.
At the Golden Globes, all the celebs were rocking this color. Chloe Sevigny owned it in a flowing Valentino number and in the most bittersweet moment of the night winning an award for her performance on Big Love and having that gorgeous dress stepped on by her escort. Also giving the color a whirl were Nicole Kidman, Monique, and Drew Barrymore. Then we saw it again at the Oscars on Miley Cyrus and Anna Kendrick. Anna did take a bit of criticism for her choice though because it was too close to her skin color and washed her out. Which brings me to my warning about these shades—be careful when choosing a nude. With Darker skin you can go light, but if you’re already fair, like Anna and me, pick something a little darker.
Now all of these examples I’m giving you are gowns, but I’m sure you’re asking yourself, “Where can I wear this when it’s not award season?” Well, this color also works great casually. I saw it in the windows at both Ann Taylor and Banana Republic. And here are two great pieces one from OLIVE Boutique in Danville, and one from Micheal Stars in Walnut Creek.
And for spring/summer 2010 nothing looks more chic than a classic nude or neutral paired with an electric blue. This dress “Oscar the Third, $198” Dress is a perfect example of the blue I’m talking about.