Left: Frances Valentine mini tote. Right: Jane Post vinyl slicker. Center, from top: Mansur Gavriel ballerinas, Etsy tassel keychain, cocktail ring from Lizzie Fortunato, Emilio Pucci sunnies and Sam Edelman suede sneakers.
LAST week while watching morning TV, I learned that a Talker Research poll of 2,000 Americans found that 17% wanted to move to another country. I can’t say the thought hasn’t occurred to me. When I arrived home from Australia a few weeks ago, I breezed through Customs and then just before going out the door, the customs/border patrol officer acknowledged me with a cheerful, “Welcome home!” I’ve often heard those words before when returning to the States, but this time I felt a little sad.
If you’re feeling blue—for any number of reasons—try wearing some yellow. At the Oscars and associated parties—always a signal of what’s to come in spring fashion—Cynthia Erivo looked regal in a pale yellow Jacquemus dress with a contrasting corset belt. (Pale yellow hues flatter most every skin tone.)
You don’t need a wardrobe overhaul—just a refresh, say, with a Jane Post slicker, a long-sleeve T-shirt from Kule or Gap wide-ankle jeans. Or accessorize with Mansur Gavriel mesh ballerinas or Pucci sunnies. Consider buttery yellow a neutral—a beige alternative with a mood-boosting benefit. It looks terrific with blue, white and brown.
The Pucci brand’s joie de vivre lives on. Don these sunglasses with shiny frames and blue lenses and be transported to sunny days with blue skies, salty air and ocean waves. BTW, the butterfly silhouette suits oval and round faces.
Boat shoes are everywhere, thanks to a 2024 Miu Miu runway show. Although I think boat shoes belong on boats, this preppy pair from 140-year-old shoemaker Barker could put a spring in your step.
Instead of the usual denim and white suspects—opt for jeans in butter yellow. This well-priced pair ($79.95) from Gap is fitted in the waist and hips but relaxed at the leg. For those who don’t like too much stretch, they’re 99% cotton with only a measly 1% stretch.
Striped T-shirts are practically a rite of spring. And this long-sleeved one in white and yellow is a welcome change from the typical combos. You don’t have to wait for warmer weather; slip it under a jacket for now.
They got a bad rap in the ‘90s, but they’re gentler on curly and fragile long-hair locks than hair ties and the like. And this is such a lovely shade of lemon.
Jane Post’s slicker puts a fresh spin on the classic with an above-the-knee length, a lining and detachable snap-off hood. For extra coverage on rainy days, there’s a Spring City Slicker that’s a few inches longer.
Sometimes you need a big bag; sometimes you don’t. FV’s limited-edition tote downsizes the original Sweet Pea to a more compact size that packs your necessities and an extra or three.
As a symbol of rebellion during Prohibition, women wore blingy rings on their right hand while holding a cocktail. Thus, the name, cocktail ring. There’s nothing mellow about this modern version either. It’s handmade in glass and inlaid with faceted sky-blue topaz, peridot and pink amethyst stones.
Sweatshirts and hoodies are a must-have in wacky spring weather. I’ve worn one nonstop either solo or under my coat or jacket for the past few weeks. I might have to spring for this pale yellow specimen for $19.99.
Some mesh shoes look too flimsy for my taste. Not these—from Mansur Gavriel. While airy and molded to the foot, they’re reinforced at the toe, sides and back to shield your feet from sidewalks and such.
Of all the different shades of yellow, I think pale yellow is face-flattering for most complexions. Of course it depends on whether you have cool or warm tones in your skin.
Love the little high heel (left)! And I think I’m gonna spring for the sneakers.
Of all the different shades of yellow, I think pale yellow is face-flattering for most complexions. Of course it depends on whether you have cool or warm tones in your skin.