How to wear this year's color of Classic Blue

Make space in your closet for 2020’s color, classic blue - here’s how to wear it

UPDATED JANUARY 9, 2020 2:11 PM ESTJAN 9, 2020, 2:11 PM EST

There’s no doubt that Pantone’s fashion forecasters have a canny way of predicting the color that best suits the coming year. And so it is this year with their prediction that the Classic Blue tone will be brightening up our closets in 2020.

According to Pantone; Classic Blue is “a reassuring presence instilling calm, confidence and connection. Associated with the return of another day, this universal favorite is comfortably embraced."

It’s not surprising that in this fast-paced world, people are craving a more chilled out approach - and classic blue ticks all the boxes.

Queen Letizia of Spain wearing a blue dress at the royal palace in Madrid

Queen Letizia in blue wrap dress

Queen Letizia of Spain stepped into the new year wearing an on-trend blue wrap dress for the traditional Ephiphany parade at the royal palace in Madrid

Classic Blue tailored suit with turtle neck sweater

Head to toe

Double up on fashion trends by combining this year’s tailored suit trend with the color of 2020, Classic Blue. The monochromed look will be the perfect long-term investment.

Color layering

An obvious benefit of layering is its versatility – different looks can be created by combining various items. And colder days are the perfect opportunity to layer clothes this way and add a touch of 2020’s color to your look – whether that be as a coat or just small details like a scarf or purse.

Small is beautiful

If you think that Classic Blue is too bright a tone to carry off on a big scale, then opt for wearing it in a more subtle way. Xenia Adonts looks fab in a cropped sweater in the color while making sure the rest of her outfit is in a more muted tone.

Patterned dress in Classic Blue by Pantone

Contrasting patterns

And wearing the color in a pattern is another option. As long as Classic Blue is the predominant color, don’t be afraid to play with prints. And adding a contrasting tone on top is also another stylish way of pulling the trend off!

In the palm of your hand

Accessories are a great way of incorporating trends into your closet. Purses and large bags are a fantastic way of adding a pop of color to your outfit.

Preppy-style sweater in Classic Blue by Pantone

Classic remix

If Classic Blue is seen as a desire for stability, then how better to wear it than in a classical preppy way? Draping a sweater over the shoulders in an assymetrical fashion over a matching blue blouse – there are myriad ways to work this year’s color.

Cargo pants in Classic Blue by Pantones and Paula'S by Loewe shades

Shades of cool

Make your outfits stand out from the crowd by choosing shades in this color – such as those of Paula’S by Loewe – and throwing in some cargo pants of the same color like stylist Aleali May has done here completes a definate, super cool look.

Susie Lau wears a Classic Blue by Pantone outfit

Up the ante

Blogger Susie Lau knows how to work a trend – contrasting a predominantly green outfit with a pleated skirt and slip-on sandals in this year’s color.

Sita Abellan's dyed Classic Blue by Pantone hair

Head in the clouds

We weren’t joking when we said that this is a trend that can be worn from head to toe! If you’re feeling really brave, why not dye your hair this color to make your face the focal point of your look? DJ and model Sita Abellán shows how to do this perfectly, complementing her daring outfits with bright blue locks.