Mustard Is Having a Moment, Here’s How to Make It Your Own

It started back with this fall’s clothing: Gucci and more narrowed in on ’70s-inspired pieces. But you might have noticed that there was a distinct color that kept resurfacing that hasn’t been around in quite some time: mustard. With the advent of J.Lo’s Giambattista Valli dress at the Golden Globes and Michelle Obama’s Narcisco Rodriguez frock at her husband’s last State of the Union, mustard (marigold, quince, goldenrod, ochre) is officially having a moment.

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Sweater

When looking for the right shade of mustard yellow, it might take some trial and error as it can depend on your skin tone. We love this lighter yellow — when paired with earthy brown boots, a luxurious navy wrap coat and simple and clean denim, it takes casual to a new level of elegance. 

Joseph Open-Front Boiled Wool Coat
J.Crew Howden Turtleneck Sweater
Rag and Bone Harrow Booties
Gorjana Chloe Earrings
Merona Crossbody Bag
H&M Super Skinny Jeans

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Skirt

Channeling Joan from Mad Men, this outfit has a vaguely ’50s pinup feel to it, but feels modern due to the color palette. The A.L.C. skirt is a great staple for those who have yellow undertones in their skin; a more flattering color up near the face makes wearing mustard easier for some.

Topshop Slim Pocket Coat
A.L.C. Cook A-Line Skirt
Loeffler Randall Pari Pump
Sole Society Dagger Lariat Necklace
Capezio Nude Fishnet Tights
Dorothy Perkins Olive Zip Back Jumper

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Dress

This dress from UK site Boohoo is a great choice for those who aren’t ready to invest in the trend just yet. It’s an affordable way to try out the color, made cool by the maroon cardigan and fringe-heeled booties from socially conscious luxury brand Maiyet. If the tie-front is a little too cutesy for you, try leaving the ties undone at the neck for a more relaxed look.

Boohoo Natalie Tie-Neck Dress
Silence and Noise Cardigan
Spanx Tight End Tights
Maiyet Fringe Heeled Bootie
Alexis Bittar Chain Link Earring
DVF Secret Agent Hobo Bag

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Blouse

Quick and easy, this knit shell can help brighten up a simple work outfit. The deeper, richer tones help keep the look from looking like a classic yellow and black bumble bee, while the textures in the boucle jacket and scarf help add some depth and texture to the look.

ASOS Knit Shell
Theory Kinde Boucle JacketHermes Vintage Silk Scarf
Kate Spade Crystal Star Stud Earrings
Jessica Simpson Castana Pump
Helmut Lang Wide Leg Pants

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Pant

Mustard can get casual, too! A simple jegging or jean is a great way to incorporate the color at an affordable price point. We’ve paired it with shades of grey and silver to help make the focus about the pant and add a level of wintry, fireplace-approved fun to a simple outfit.

Forever 21 Contemporary Jean
Vince Oversized Shawl Collar Sweater
Steve Madden Silver Tasseled Loafer
Missoni Chevron Knit Scarf
Vita Fede Titan Gunmetal Bracelet
Rebecca Minkoff Julian Fringe Bag

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Coat

We have a feeling mustard isn’t going anywhere anytime soon, so if you’re in love with the color, it might be wise to invest in something for spring like this cotton coat from Tory Burch. To keep it from being too “Palm Beach country club,” add wide leg slouchy pants and a grey cropped sweater. Finish the look off with some Adidas sneakers that really show you’ve mastered not only mustard but here-and-now fashion, too.

Tory Burch Double Weave Coat
Lauren Merkin Caroline Grey Clutch
Adidas Originals Low Top Sneakers
Topshop Slouchy Grey Cropped Sweater
Topshop Geo Bangles
Iris and Ink Navy Wide Leg Trouser