Fashion Inspired by Art: Jean-Honoré Fragonard’s “The Swing”
The contrasting element is this distressed pine-green sweater, which can be worn over the dress on cooler days, but would look even cuter tied around your waist on that last sunny Saturday in October. Opulent, girly touches, like a golden flower crown and a jade ring, tie this look together, while a swipe of a sweet floral perfume will make you feel like you’re floating through a French garden.
Mint and Sage
Necklace, Eyeliner, Nail Polish, Brogues, Sweater, Shirt, Jeans
Colors that are complementary (opposite each other on the color wheel) are great for creating dramatic and dynamic looks, but colors that are analogous (closer together on the color wheel) are great for creating subtler looks that are still unexpected and fresh. This outfit uses the analogous colors that make up the lush verdure that borders “The Swing” to create an ensemble that’s equally polished, edgy, and cute.
The sweet, trendy mint color of this cropped sweater is amplified by dark and punky colored jeans. This outfit would be just fine without the white blouse underneath the sweater, but I love how cool collars look underneath comfy sweaters – especially when paired with a trendy statement necklace, like this spikey gunmetal chain. A smeared chubby liner on your lids, a neutral pair of brogues, and a swipe of a luxe metallic polish complete this comfy, class-worthy look.
Sky Blue and Oxblood
Necklace, Coat, Shirt, Boots, Bag, Tights, Highlighter
I love the color sky blue – to me, at least, it’s the most prominent and vibrant color in “The Swing”, and it plays an important part in creating the illusion of distance and space in the painting. I wish I wore this cool, sophisticated color more – especially because it looks so sharp with a fabulous, warm-toned fall color, like oxblood.
The clean, minimal silhouette of this shirtdress is swingy and flowy enough to be flattering on any shape, while a pair of opaque tights makes it fall-appropriate. A silver statement necklace perfectly complements the dress’s neckline, while sophisticated neutral accessories add to the minimal vibe. A touch of strategic highlighter will give you a soft, glowy look.