If you’ve been thinking about ways to sweeten up your look, spring’s the perfect time to do so! With pastels sweeping the racks of nearly every store right now, this season brings a great opportunity to take your wardrobe to new levels of cute and playful.

This week’s Fashion Inspired by Art post showcases the work of American artist Wayne Thiebaud, and we’re drawing sweet inspiration from a painting that features a dessert favorite – the cupcake!

Wayne Thiebaud’s “Cupcake”, via Wikimedia Commons

Read on to learn more about Thiebaud, and to see three outfits inspired by this delectable painting.

Table of Contents

Overalls, Sweater, Sneakers, Heart Cookie Ring, Doughnut Ring, Backpack

Overalls are definitely back, and just in time for the energy of spring! If you’re looking for pants as opposed to shorts for your overalls, try out this pair. Lighter denim works as a nice foundation for pastel looks, but if it’s contrast you’re after, there are plenty of overalls available in a darker wash.

Mint green is no longer just for toothpaste or for the walls of your dentist’s office. This refreshing color is everywhere this season, so add some flavor to your look with this comfortable mint sweater. The striped backpack adds another sweet dose of pastel.

The light grey hue of these Converse helps hold the pastels together while still complementing them. Finish with accessories that look sweet enough to eat – these rings are scented, too!

Sugar and Icing

Earrings, Bag, Shoes, Dress

There is no quicker way to sweeten up your look than with a pastel dress, so why not take the charm a step further and go for this cute, retro number? This ice blue bag adds a refreshing touch to your rosy outfit, and bold earrings pop against the pale palette.

Whether you’re planning to take a sunny stroll through the park or stop by the patisserie around the corner, these low-heeled shoes will get you there without sacrificing comfort for style. Not a fan of matching your shoes to your dress? Check out this pair of kitten heels, and choose from a light cyan, a blushing pink, or a pure white.