How To Embrace Butter Yellow For Fall
The days are getting darker and bleaker, but that doesn't mean your wardrobe needs to be.
We can never truly forget Kate Hudson's Carolina Herrera dress in 10 Things I Hate About You. The butter yellow silk gown, with its open back and effortless elegance, won over hearts just like Matthew McConaughey's character won over Hudson's in the film. Since then, the butter yellow shade has been occupying the minds of fashion lovers everywhere.
And for the past few seasons, brands from Gucci to Luar have embraced butter yellow in their designs. The soft, elegant shade oozes high fashion and "girl next door" energy and can be perfectly incorporated into anyone's wardrobe. Though we're arriving at the chilliest days of the year, that doesn't mean that we need to forgo the warmth of a color like butter yellow in our closets. We've picked below our favorite pieces for incorporating the shade into your rotation as the temperature drops.
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Gucci brought butter yellow to the runway for Fall/Winter 2024, and we have not forgotten about it since. This wool crêpe blazer is perfectly tailored to the body and pairs nicely with various outfits, from matching Gucci mini shorts to slacks to a silk maxi skirt, the possibilities are endless. This is a great transitional piece that can be styled until the flowers begin to rebloom.
Gucci Light Wool Crêpe Jacket, $3,200, Gucci
Sandy Liang knows how to tap into our girlier side, and this cardigan is no exception. The butter yellow frock is made from a cashmere cotton blend, perfect for layering this fall season. We love the detail on the buttons made from mother of pearl and shaped in alternating hearts, stars, and flowers. Sandy Liang incorporates plenty of pastels into her designs, and when looking for a butter yellow piece, is not the brand to ignore.
Sandy Liang Gal Cardigan, $395, Sandy Liang
Nothing screams fall more than an oversized cashmere sweater, and this one from Reformation is the perfect shade of butter yellow for your closet. This is the perfect piece to be paired with boyfriend jeans and loafers on a day when you want to look chic while putting in minimal effort. Of course, we love navy and grey for this laid-back look, but this shade of yellow adds just the right amount of flair to your day.
Reformation, Jadey Cashmere Oversized V-neck Sweater, Reformation
This piece by Stella McCartney is the leather jacket you never knew you needed. This faux leather design in the perfect butter-yellow shade is great for incorporating a touch of color into an outfit on the darkest days of the year. This jacket pairs beautifully with blue and can be worn over anything from jeans to a dress.
Stella McCartney Yellow Oversized Faux-Leather Blazer, $878, Ssense
Suede is the fabric of the season, and if you want to keep up with the trends, you'll want to buy this butter-yellow suede skirt from 16Arlington. This A-line midi with subtle floral detailing pairs perfectly with a tucked white button-down top for a perfect day time look. This piece is both trendy and timeless, adding elegance to any outfit.
16Arlington Dafne Suede Mini Skirt, $1,570, Moda Operandi
We are always on the hunt for the best button-down, and this butter-yellow one from Bottega Veneta is just about perfect. Made from soft cotton, this piece is ideal for the office but is perfect for day-to-night styling as well. Whether you're wearing this button-down with loafers or stilettos, you are sure to look chic.
Bottega Veneta Cotton Shirt, $1,500, Bottega Veneta
It's beginning to be the time when stepping outside requires a coat, so why not a butter-yellow one? This single-breasted wool coat by Jill Sander is in the perfect shade to make a statement while staying warm. In a sea of black coats, this piece is sure to stand out in all of the best ways.
Jill Sander single-breasted belted coat, $3,960, Farfetch
For those who love a colorful pant, these butter-yellow pants by Esse Studios are the ones for you. Even better, these trousers come with a matching vest, making for a chic set sure to turn heads. We love the look of pairing these pants with a grey sweater and ballet flats to add a little pop of color to an everyday outfit.
Esse Studios Yellow Delphi Trousers, $258, Ssense
Just because it's fall does not mean we have to forgo the mini dress! This adorable knit-silk cashmere polo dress in a buttery yellow shade from Khatie is warm enough for the season. This dress is flirty and functional, making it a perfect addition to your closet.
Khatie Graciela Knit Silk-Cashmere Polo Mini Dress, $1,680, Moda Operandi
Another mini built for the chilly weather, this butter-yellow one by JW Anderson is perfect for lifting your spirits on the darkest of days. The hourglass shape is both flattering and fashionable, and the mix of wool, mohair, and acrylic will keep most definitely keep you warm. Everything about this dress is sure to please this fall season.
JW Anderson Hourglass Wool-Blend Mini Dress, $890, Moda Operandi
