This summer, achieving a fashionable look is as simple as combining these two color trends.
One of the simplest ways to create more stylish outfits is by playing with color. Fashion enthusiasts and stylish celebrities recognize this and often try out unexpected color combinations with great results. With primary colors trending this season and bold hues being worn together on the runways of prominent brands like Prada and Celine for 2026, we’re witnessing a lot of clashing colors this year. A noteworthy pairing was recently showcased by Gwyneth Paltrow: red and sky blue. For her daughter Apple Martin's important graduation from Vanderbilt University last week, Paltrow chose to wear a red jacket from her own brand, Gwyn, over a blue Tory Burch poplin tank midi dress, complemented by red Manolo Blahnik heels. This color combination appeared stylish, modern, and slightly preppy. The contrast of vibrant poppy red and cool pale blue will look fantastic under the summer sun and can be styled more subtly, such as with red ballet flats, jeans, and a sky-blue t-shirt. As summer approaches, take inspiration from Paltrow's color clash and consider shopping for bright red and sky blue items to mix and match.
**The Color Pairing on Gwyneth Paltrow**
**Shop the Look:**
- **Zara**: Oversized Poplin Shirt
- **Whistles**: Red Silk Blend Taffeta Maxi Dress
- **STAUD**: Alba Leather Ballet Flats
- **Vero Moda**: Vero Moda Pull on Full Midi Skirt in Brunnera Blue
- **Nobodys Child**: Light Blue Linen-Blend Wide Leg Trousers
- **M&S**: Linen Rich Collared V-Neck Popover Top
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This summer, achieving a fashionable look is as simple as combining these two color trends.
Clashing is stylish, and Gwyneth Paltrow is on board with that.
