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Rich, dark hues are the cornerstone of the fall season – case in point, chocolate brown becoming one of the top color trends this year. But butter yellow is a pastel alternative that offers an equally as luxurious and sophisticated look. Just check the 2024 New York Fashion Week runways, where brands like Sergio Hudson, Nanushka, and Tibi featured butter yellow ensembles ranging from mini dresses to midi skirts and vests.
Butter yellow is a hot hue for a reason – it’s a light yet bold color that can easily replace the white garments in your wardrobe. Just a few shades deeper than cream, butter yellow can help transform a simple outfit into a statement look that somehow doesn’t feel too over the top. Even celebrities like Beyoncé and Amal Clooney have recently been spotted in the color trend – that’s how you know it’s here to stay. Whether you reach for a butter yellow maxi dress or a pair of knee-high boots, this color can be seamlessly incorporated into your wardrobe.
If you’re looking to try out the color trend, we’re confident you can find a butter yellow garment that works for you. Keep scrolling for 11 ways you can style butter yellow.
A Long Coat
Channel Dua Lipa’s recent vacation look and add a butter yellow trench coat to your wardrobe rotation. The light yellow hue puts a fashion-forward twist on the classic silhouette, especially when paired with a leather fabric. You can style your coat with everything from a mini sweater dress to a T-shirt and jeans to complete the fall-friendly look.
A Cozy Sweater
If you really want to embrace cozy fall fashion, reach for a chunky butter yellow sweater. We love how the design above has a checkered pattern that perfectly balances the eye-catching yellow with a more muted gray. Whether you reach for a printed sweater or a solid one, keep the rest of your outfit in neutral hues to complement the yellow tones of your sweater.
A Suit
Spice up your office suit collection with a butter yellow design. Dark colors have the most versatility, but there’s something about a pastel yellow hue that takes a blazer and trousers to the next level (and just simply looks amazing). Accessorize with a fun belt and strappy heels for an outfit you can easily take from day to night.
Knee-High Boots
Butter yellow knee-high boots were definitely made for walking. While they do make a fashion statement, these shoes also give off a sophisticated vibe and are the perfect alternative to a white pair. Styling yellow knee-high boots with neutral garments will work best, but don’t be afraid to reach for a black mini dress every now and again. If butter yellow footwear feels too bold for your style, opt for a handbag instead to achieve the same look.
A Sequin Dress
Trade a gold dress for a butter yellow sequin dress this season. It will give off a more subtle shine than metallic hues but still provides an eye-catching ensemble for a holiday party or night out with friends. Layering your dress with a blazer in a darker yellow hue will help ground the look and really make the yellow tones of your outfit pop.
A Pleated Skirt
Seamlessly incorporate butter yellow into your wardrobe by reaching for a pleated skirt. The sleek design is an easy way to try out the trend without committing to a full monochrome outfit. A butter yellow pleated skirt with an asymmetrical hem will add more interest to the silhouette, especially when paired with an oversized blazer and pointed-toe pumps.
A Button-Down Shirt
A white button-down shirt is a wardrobe staple, but we think a butter yellow version will be your new go-to for the upcoming seasons. It feels casual yet polished and can be styled in a multitude of ways. For warmer temps, pair a short-sleeve yellow button-down with matching breezy trousers. Need a winter-friendly look? Opt for a long-sleeved design layered underneath a beige sweater vest.
A Bomber Jacket
No fall wardrobe would be complete without a black bomber jacket, it’s sleek, cool, and can be paired with just about anything. But if you’re looking to upgrade your outerwear, try a butter yellow design instead. It has the same qualities as a black bomber jacket but feels more unique and fashion-forward. Pair with a matching leather skirt, knee-high boots, and your favorite sunnies for the ultimate cool-girl look.
A Maxi Dress
Fall wedding guest outfits are filled with burgundy and chocolate brown, but we’d favor a butter yellow maxi dress for an eye-catching alternative. Whether it’s a simple butter yellow slip dress or a printed design, accessorize with gold jewelry to complement the warm tones. To transform the look for casual events, opt for a puff-sleeve maxi dress with white platform sneakers.
Wide-Leg Pants
Most people are afraid to step out in a pair of yellow pants, and that’s totally understandable. But if there’s ever a time to take the risk, it’s with a pair of butter yellow wide-leg pants. The pastel hue doesn’t feel too shocking and can be the statement piece of your ensemble when paired with a neutral top. To slightly dress down the look, reach for butter yellow wide-leg jeans rather than trousers.