Fashion 20 Monochromatic Outfit Ideas That Prove One Color Is the Way to Go It's the easiest outfit solution ever. By Samantha Sutton Samantha Sutton Instagram Samantha is InStyle's senior fashion editor. She joined the brand in 2019 and oversees the site's fashion coverage, including trend reporting, fashion exclusives, celebrity style interviews, and Fashion Week coverage. InStyle's editorial guidelines Updated on January 5, 2022 @ 03:00PM Pin Share Tweet Email In This Article View All In This Article Add Accessories Keep It Comfy Slip On Those Sneakers Reach for Structured Bottoms Try a Turtleneck Don't Forget a Coat Think Outside the Box Go with a Scheme Reach for a Suit Bring on the Beige Double Up Stick With Simplicity Don't Overlook Tiny Details Play With Texture Mix Prints Create Contrasts with Sequins or Sparkle Incorporate Personal Style Try Different Proportions Don't Overthink It Experiment When it comes to style solutions that check every box — low-effort, fashion-forward, playful, and (preferably) comfortable — monochrome outfits continue to reign supreme. Although wearing one color head to toe was once considered a somewhat bold choice, the trend has evolved into a classic way of dressing, beloved by red carpet-going celebrities and sweatsuit-lovers alike. You Can Easily Recreate This Spring '22 Trend Using the Clothes in Your Closet Jeremy Moeller/Getty Images Still, there's more to nailing the monochromatic look than simply slipping on those pre-made matching sets. If you're hoping to spice things up this year, there are a few key moves that can help you do so, from adding accessories to alternating between different shades. Gather some inspiration for a future ensemble, ahead. Add Accessories Kirstin Sinclair/Getty Images If you're slipping into a jumpsuit or dress, or already matched your shirt to your pants, complete the look by adding a coordinating hat, handbag, or sunglasses to provide some extra oomph. Keep It Comfy Daniel Zuchnik/Getty Images Sticking to a single color can make your comfiest clothes — such as an oversize sweatshirt and yoga pants — feel a bit more elevated. Slip On Those Sneakers Christian Vierig/Getty Images An easy way to nail the trend? Your favorite dress or jumpsuit with comfy footwear of the same color. Reach for Structured Bottoms Christian Vierig/Getty Images Bright purple pants make even more of a statement with the help of a matching shirt and jacket. Oh Great, 'Work Pants' Are Back — But Thankfully, It's Not What You Think Try a Turtleneck Christian Vierig/Getty Images Layer it underneath a tank dress to create a look that's perfect for chilly days. Don't Forget a Coat Edward Berthelot/Getty Images For the winter months, go all out and dare to match your outfit to your outerwear. Women Who Work Outside Road-Tested the Season's Cutest Winter Coats Think Outside the Box Edward Berthelot/Getty Images Silver and gray are similar colors, so pairing them together can create a monochrome-like outfit, too. Go with a Scheme Christian Vierig/Getty Images So what if nothing matches perfectly? Wearing multiple shades in the same color family will keep things interesting and spice up a simple combo. And yes, accent colors are allowed when doing monochrome. Reach for a Suit Christian Vierig/Getty Images Then pair it with a coat or T-shirt of the same color to take things up a notch. Sorry, Sweatsuits — You've Just Been Replaced By The 3-Piece Outfit Trend Bring on the Beige Matthew Sperzel/Getty Images The color may have reputation of being boring, but wearing the neutral head-to-toe and incorporating multiple standout pieces can help make it feel more lively. Double Up Christian Vierig/Getty Images Should you look be missing a little something, add a shirt that's similar in color but just different enough to create a pop. Then, match your accessories to that specific shade, creating a colorblocked, monochrome outfit. Stick With Something Simple All you need is to match your top with your bottom and done! It's super easy, especially for those summer months. Don't Overlook Tiny Details Achim Aaron Harding/Getty Images Such as a bag that matches your look or the shade of your sunglasses. There's no such thing as going overboard here. Play With Texture Matthew Sperzel/Getty Images Skip the basics. Faux fur, leather, lace, and the like are a great way to add some interest. Mix Prints Matthew Sperzel/Getty Images While the trick may seem confusing or chaotic at first, it's easier and more streamlined when the items are part of the same color family. 7 Ways to Mix Prints Like a Pro Create Contrasts with Sequins or Sparkle Matthew Sperzel/Getty Images Or a bright accessory. The contrast will really pop against your monochrome outfit. Incorporate Personal Style VCG/Getty Images Dressing in a monochrome outfit doesn't mean you have to abandon the pieces you love. Work your favorite graphic tee or platform sneakers into your look, just make sure everything is a similar color. Try Different Proportions Such as a crop top with high-waisted pants or a long duster jacket with shorts. There's no wrong way to pull off this look. Don't Overthink It Matthew Sperzel/Getty Images If you're feeling intimidated, begin with the basics, or simply match your jacket to your dress. Experiment Even items you wouldn't normally pair together somehow look great when they're part of the same color family. Go ahead and try it.