Atmosphere at Altuzarra SS17. Photo via Vogue Runway. Edit by author.
New York Fashion
Week wrapped up this past Thursday, and its shows were unique, artistic, and—as
always—very entertaining. One cannot help but notice the recurring color
palette in each show, so let’s take a look at this season’s colors of choice
and dive into their significance in the industry.
Photos via Vogue Runway
Whites and
Creams: Complete. Pure. The color of perfection. Purity. Wholeness. Innocence.
Completion. Neutrality. White awakens openness, growth, and creativity as the
color is completely reflective. According to Empower Yourself with Color Psychology, “Many people use white as a
recall of their youth and innocence. It reminds them of a time when their lives
were easier and less complicated.” We cannot help but agree as this season’s
displays the color in youthful styles. White also represents new beginnings;
perhaps its use this season marks a shift in trends and changes in the fashion
industry.
Pastel Blue:
Serenity. Calm. Spirituality. “Psychologically associated with air, lighter blues
have a calming effect,” according to Color
Wheel Artist. The use of pastel blues this season indicated cleanliness and
mimicked the feeling of fresh air. In a world as chaotic as it is today, such a
breath of fresh air is very much needed.
Photos via Vogue Runway
Olive: Space.
Wisdom. Peace. Compassion. Hope. As stated by Vibrational Energy Medicine, the color olive is “the feminine
archetype of compassion, wisdom, acceptance and understanding and modeling it
to others.” For women’s ready-to-wear shows, olive green in a collection seeks
to empower women and represent their strength.
Photos via Vogue Runway
Bright Red:
Energy. War. Danger. Strength. Power. Determination. Passion. Desire. Love. As
an emotionally intense color, red is used to indicate courage as well as danger.
Along with olive green, red gives the impression of female empowerment and
strength. Bringing red into a collection grabs the audience’s attention, and
creates a sense of dominance.
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