The Moment Is Here: These Are The Color Trends Taking Over Spring 2023 Fresh From The Runway
With fashion’s brightest season on the horizon, it’s high time we break out of our winter shells and take a peek at the color trends soon to take center stage. Last year, we saw spring 2023 runways from New York to Paris debuting unforgettable collections creating unwavering anticipation of sunshine and warm weather.
Brands such as Anonlychild made it easy to imagine a delicate yet bold color palette while brands such as Off-White used cooler hues for an edgier approach. Rich purple pigments from LaQuan Smith created images of American royalty while Loewe chose red as a power play. After a season or two of non-stop neutrals, it’s time to reset our warm-weather wardrobe with traditionally bold colors that have remained classics throughout time.
As winter slowly comes to an end, I revisited my favorite runway shows along with researching this year's Pantone trends to share the most obvious color palettes that will soon take over our everyday lives according to design and color experts. With the new season, we’re setting our sights on a variety of saturated, cool, and jewel tones as we embrace a brighter future ahead.
Marigold
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One thing about yellow and its many variations is that it looks absolutely amazing on melanated skin tones. The spotlight of designer shows like Anonlychild, marigold was a common theme amongst the designer collection. From accents to accessories and full looks, there was a golden-esque quality to the show with styles gracefully illuminating the runway.
Pressed for Purple
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Purple will soon have a moment no one saw coming. The underrated jewel tone embodies royalty and prestige, making a one-of-a-kind statement of high-class and sex appeal. Style with chrome accessories for a pop of metallics or for a modern take, stack oversized statement pieces such as acrylic bangles or oversized earrings.
Perfectly Pink
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Depicting the fruits of nature, the deep undertones of a bright and bold pink represent a soft and sweet version of femininity attracting those from all walks of life. Bold in its approach yet subtle in nature, this color was showcased in a number of collections from Aliétte Norma Kamali as well as Carolina Herrera. When styling pink this spring, go for a memorable monochromatic look from head to toe for a tastefully soft and sultry palette.
Better Blues
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Like purple, blue is soon to unexpectedly take over women’s ready-to-wear as one of spring's top color trends. Effortlessly cool, the anticipation of a bold hue for spring is high on my list of statement staples to collect this fall. Designers like Off-White perfectly styled its oversized transitional tailored silhouettes with sleek moto accessories and monochromatic features.
Whether a deep blue or royal hue, this pigment is the unexpected life force we needed. Contrast with black accents for an enticing feel to achieve an “it” girl aesthetic.
Seeing Red
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Designers like Loewe proved that the power color will forever be red as the statement hue of the season. Interestingly enough primary colors took the top spot with designers implementing these timeless shades with red being a source of maximal style. Color blocking is also making a comeback for spring/summer coordinating tones such as red with yellow, or blue for a primary combination.
Freshly Lime Green
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There’s never a season when green doesn’t trend and this year it’s a refreshing lime shade of green with a boldly tropical feel. The highlight of spring, Sergio Hudson implemented lime green throughout his show leaving us wanting more than we could handle. While bright, this is the perfect shade to experiment with black accessories for a fashion-forward contrast as we transition from winter to fall.
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Exclusive: Melanie Fiona On Making High-Vibrational Music & Saying Yes To Partnership
Melanie Fiona is back! After taking a little more than a decade-long hiatus, she has officially made her return to music and blessed us with two singles, “Say Yes” and “I Choose You.” While both singles are very different from each other, they both reflect who she is today and the type of music she wants to make. In our conversation, the mom of two expressed what she learned during her time away.
“It's interesting, even when I said it is like coming back, I don't ever feel like I really left because I was always still performing. I've still been public. It's not like I went into being this recluse person or version of myself, but the thing that I really learned in this process is that I think things take time,” Melanie says in a xoNecole exclusive.
“I think often we're so caught up in it, being on the timing of demand or popularity, or, like, striking while the iron is hot and the thing that I've learned is that everything is on God's time. That's it. Every time I thought I would have been ready, or, like, things were taking too long, I had to reship some things, personally, professionally, in my life. I also gave myself permission to make a living, not just make a living, but make a life for myself.”
Making a life for herself included getting married to Grammy-nominated songwriter Jared Cotter, starting a family, and embracing new landscapes, such as podcasting as a co-host of The Mama’s Den podcast. She also began doing more spiritual work and self-care practices like meditation, sound healing, Reiki, acupuncture, and boundary setting, which allowed her to get in touch with her inner voice.
“I wasn't putting out music, and I wasn't experiencing a number one record, but I was being a number one mom,” she says.
“I was experiencing things that were allowing me to heal and get in touch with myself so that I could make new music from a space of joy and freedom, and excitement again because I definitely feel like I did lose some excitement because of just politics and industry and what it can do to your mental health and even your physical health. So giving myself the space to really just say, ‘Hey, it's okay. Everything's right on time.’”
The joy and excitement are felt in one of two new singles, “I Choose You,” which is more of a lovers rock vibe, a tribute to Melanie’s Caribbean roots. While the Grammy award-winner is known for ballads like “It Kills Me” and “Fool For You,” she is becoming more intentional about the music she makes, calling it high-vibrational music. She says her music is a “reflection of my life,” as it captures every facet, from hanging out with friends to riding around in her car.
“Say Yes” has the classic R&B vibe Melanie is known for. However, both songs are inspired by her relationship. Melanie and Jared got married in December 2020, and the Toronto-bred artist dished on their relationship. Fun fact: he is featured in the “Say Yes” music video.
“When we first started dating, I had come into that relationship post a lot of self-work. I had gotten out of a long-term relationship, I had a year and a half to date and be by myself and do a lot of work on myself alone. And when we met, I remember feeling like this has to be my person because I feel it,” she says.
“And so when we went into that relationship, and we started dating, I was very clear. I was like, I know what I want. I'm very clear on what I need, and I'm not going to withhold my truth about myself in this process because of pride or fear of rejection. I know you love me, but I'm coming with my heart in my hand to let you know that if we're gonna get there, we have to put fear aside and say yes. So that was kind of like my open letter to him, which is why the video is us having a conversation.”
Melanie also shares that saying yes to her partner has empowered her in many ways, including motherhood and showing up for herself. Her new EP, also titled Say Yes, will be available at the top of 2025.
Check out the full interview below.
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There's something about snuggling up in your favorite blanket and watching a comfort show or movie on Netflix, and what better time to do just that than in December? As the weather outside gets cooler, staying in becomes more of the norm. Thus, Netflix and Chill is a go-to. Luckily, Netflix has released new Black films and series on their popular streaming platform.
From Tyler Perry's historical drama The Six Triple Eight, starring Kerry Washington, to the Will Packer-produced comedy starring Marsai Martin, Regina Hall, and Issa Rae, Little, this season is looking up.
See the full list below.
Little (12/1)
Regina Hall's character is a bossy tech mogul who has everyone scared of her, including her assistant, played by Issa Rae. However, when she transforms into her younger self (Marsai Martin), she learns how to be more kind to others.
Daddy Day Care (12/1)
Eddie Murphy stars in this film as a father who decides to open a daycare after losing his job.
30 For 30 Collection (12/2)
30 For 30 is an ESPN docu-series highlighting some of sports' legendary figures and moments. Some of the episodes include Winning Time: Reggie Miller Vs. The New York Knicks and Celtics/ Lakers: The Best of Enemies.
Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was (12/10)
In this special, the multi-talented Jamie Foxx returns to stand-up to give an unforgettable performance.
Blood, Sweat & Heels S2 (12/13)
The short-lived Bravo reality TV series documented the lives of a group of girlfriends making it in NYC. The show starred model-turned-podcaster Melyssa Ford, author Demetria Lucas, and the late TV host Daisy Lewellyn.
The Equalizer S1-3 (12/16)
The hit CBS show starring Queen Latifah is now available on Netflix. Watch the beloved actress kick ass and take names in this popular drama.
The Six Triple Eight (12/20)
The new Tyler Perry film starring Kerry Washington is a true story about the first and only Women’s Army Corps unit of color during World War II.
Christmas Game Day Ravens Vs. Texans (12/25)
While many will tune in to watch the Baltimore Ravens vs. Houston Texans game, others will tune in to watch Beyoncé perform during halftime.
Michelle Buteau: A Buteau-ful Mind At Radio City Music Hall (12/31)
Comedian Michelle Buteau's comedy special will focus on her life with twins, going viral, and much more.
Evil S3 (12/31)
While Evil was unfortunately canceled by CBS, viewers can rewatch the series on Netflix, with season three premiering December 31st.
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