Emerald. The Pantone color of 2013.

For those of you who don't keep up with fashion news, Pantone came out with Emerald for the color of 2013! This a very rich beatiful color but let's be honest, the only time we really wear it is when on St. Patrick's Day because we don't want to get pinched! So, as a college student with a very tight budget (as im sure most of us have) i didn't go out and buy 10 emerald dresses. Instead, I shopped my own closet first and came across something Emerald...

Above is the close-up of my knit H&M dress i bought a year ago in a thrift store in Burkeley, CA for $7. On the right is the dress, it is very simple and basic which allows for a lot of mixing and matching! I am going to show six different looks you can put together using the same dress

Look 1

Simply putting a colored skinny belt on the waist gives you a retro look. You can wear it with heels to dress it up orflats for a more casual, school-ready look. Belt from Target.



Look 2

Another big trend this upcoming spring is SHEER! I picked up this polka dot sheer tunic at JCP for $10 and i used it to layer over the dress. This is ideal for those that are uncomfortable with wearing color. Cinch with a belt or let it flow and add some accesories! Necklace from Forever 21

Look 3

I am learning to love the idea of wearing dresses over dresses and for the longest time I've been a fan of tutus so i had to put this ultra girly dress on. theres no need to layer a sweater over the dress because the sleeves are long enough. Belt and chain necklace from TJ Maxx. Dress from Forever 21

Look 4 

 For the ultimate cool look I love the motorcycle jacket. I found this denim motorcycle jacket in Wet Seal a few years ago and after so much wear and tear it really looks vintage. Definitely one of my favorite pieces. Spike necklace from Forever 21

 

Look 5

I am the biggest fan of wearing dresses and skirts together. So many times i like the top of a dress but not the bottom so i will do this to have the best of both worlds. This is my boho look, pair the bright color with a neutral earth tone to balance the colors. Chuncky necklace and braided belt from Forever 21 

 

Look 6

This is a really put together look. This is perfect for an interview or a day when you just want to dress up. Houndstooth blazer and chain necklace fromTJ Maxx, belt from Target

-Rebeca Garcia