This season, no one puts baby (blue) in the corner! Despite actually having the word “baby” in its name, spring’s newest It color is now all grown up. Seen across the runways from Alaïa and Loewe to Chloé and Chanel, the soft shade is an airy and elegant alternative to your typical neutral. While pastels can sometimes veer into juvenile territory, pale blue, when styled thoughtfully, reads as polished and sophisticated, not saccharine.
Similar to pale pink and butter yellow—two other trending seasonal shades—it’s a subtle way to refresh your wardrobe with color, without straying from a refined, minimalist palette. And it plays well with others! We love baby blue styled with grays and whites, as with other trending shades like chocolate brown and avocado. For all of our favorite ways to wear it, refer to our styling guide below.
Vogue’s Favorite Baby Blue Pieces:
With a Navy Knit, Pale Blue Trouser, and Patent Pump
For a playfully sophisticated twist on suiting, pair pale blue trousers with a navy polo and heels. The peek of a white tee’s collar will frame your face.
With a Multicolored Tank, Anorak, and Swishy Midi
Explore contrasts by wearing a feminine baby blue skirt, a white anorak and a subtly textured tank.
With a Spring Knit, Micro Mini, and Boat Shoes
It doesn’t get much more ethereal than an airy micro mini in pale blue. Bring the look back down to earth with boat shoes and gray knits.
With a Suede Jacket, White Maxi Skirt, and Sculptural Sweater
A baby blue sweater and a white maxi skirt are spring’s dream combo. Add a suede jacket for a bit of extra heft.
With a Trench Coat, White Sneakers, and Preppy Shirtdress
Pair a pale blue shirtdress with a trench coat and clean white sneakers for a sweetly simple look.
With Relaxed Suiting and an Eye-Catching Bag
A baby blue button up (and an avocado bag) add a touch of whimsy to a fitted suit.
