Peach Fuzz Is the Color of the Year: 8 Easy Ways to Incorporate It Into Your Daily Style
Notice a surge of peach-toned sweaters, dresses, pants, accessories, makeup and more popping up in your favorite stores? That's because "Peach Fuzz," the vibrant, spring-like pastel, has recently been named Pantone Color of the Year 2024. It's a tried-and-true classic color that instantly brightens up any look and easily complements any skin color. Want to try the Peach Fuzz trend but not sure how to incorporate it into your every day wardrobe? We tapped celebrity stylist Eric Himel, who has worked with Giuliana Rancic and Tia Mowry, for his savvy styling tips. Keep reading to see Peach Fuzz-inspired outfits that will leave you gorgeous snd glowing.
What does Peach Fuzz signify?
According to Pantone, Peach Fuzz signifies "closeness and connection" and "warmth and modern elegance." The color is light, uplifting and warm, and feels like a breath of fresh air. It's bright and cheery, but still classy and mature, making it the perfect option if you want to add a pop of color to your look. It's a softer shade, so if bold colors tend to make you nervous, Peach Fuzz is your new best friend. Plus, since peach is associated with youthfulness and vitality, wearing peach-colored clothing or accessories can evoke a sense of vibrancy and playfulness. Better yet, peach is a versatile color that can be both subtle and sophisticated. It can be worn in different shades and tones, making it adaptable to various occasions and personal styles.
What shade of peach is best for your skin tone?
Pantone says that its color of the year 2024, Peach Fuzz, is "softly nestled between pink and orange," meaning it falls on the warmer side. However, there are many variations of peach, ranging from cool to warm — and Himel explains which shades of peach look best on each skin tone.
"There are cool peach tones with slight gray undertones, and there are warm peach tones with pink and orange undertones, respectively," says Himel.
"If you have a lighter skin tone with pink or yellow undertones, choose a cool peach tone, which will counteract them. If you have a darker skin tone, choose a peach that has peachy/pink undertones, which pop against the brown hues of your skin. It will give you an instant glow and act as a highlighter."
Pantone's Color of the Year 2024 Peach Fuzz inspired outfits
If you want to try wearing Peach Fuzz for yourself, we've put together 8 outfits for any occasion that incorporate a shade similar to Pantone's Color of the Year 2024.
1. Peach Fuzz outfit for the office
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If you prefer wearing softer colors to the office, this peach is for you. It adds some flair to a typical work outfit while still looking professional. A peach tie-belt cardigan paired with a pair of peach satin pants creates an elevated contrast of fabrics and polished monochrome style. And we love these gold ballet flats that are a much more comfortable option than heels (click here for more comfortable flats for women). Plus, this color palette is stylist approved: "Peach Fuzz pairs great with whites, creams, khakis and golds," says Himel.
Shop the look:
Peach tie belt cardigan: Buy from Express, $68
Peach satin pants: Buy from Forever 21, $24
White v-neck T-shirt: Buy from Banana Republic Factory, $15
Gold and pearl floral hoop earrings: Buy from Mary K. Kendig, $52
Metallic gold ballet flats: Buy from Amazon, $39.90
2. Peach Fuzz outfit for running errands
Wide-leg pants are a figure-flattering base for any daytime outfit. You won't feel constricted in these mid-rise, wide-leg peach jeans. To balance out the non-formfitting bottoms, pair with a fitted, shaping bodysuit on top. Toss on a jean jacket for added warmth and sport a pair of chic, peach shades to finish off the look.
Peach jeans: Buy from Old Navy, $54.99
White short sleeve bodysuit: Buy from Shapermint, $34.99
Light wash jean jacket: Buy from Amazon, $23.98
Gold teardrop earrings: Buy from Amazon, $8.99
Tan mules: Buy from Old Navy, $17.49
Peach sunglasses: Buy from Giant Vintage, $30
3. Peach Fuzz outfit for a weekend outing
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Going wine tasting or catching up with family over a nice dinner? This ultra-feminine dress is flowy and comfortable, and won't feel heavy or scratchy. The different shades of peach and pink work together beautifully, and cream accessories complement rather than distract from the dress' soft pattern.
Shop the look:
Shades of peach dress: Buy from Express, $69.99
Cream heels: Buy from DSW, $59.99
Cream purse: Buy from Amazon, $39.99
Gold watch: Buy from Amazon, $27.63
Gold and peach dangle earrings: Buy from Francesca's, $15
4. Peach Fuzz outfit for cocktail hour
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Grabbing drinks with girlfriends after a long work day is the perfect way to unwind and have some fun. It's also a great opportunity to try out a new fashion trend or wear something fun. This peach, fitted dress features a tie wrap in the midsection, giving shape and structure to the silhouette. Plus, its long sleeves will keep you toasty even when it's chilly outside. Pair with fleece-lined tights and throw on a black trench coat for addd warmth.
Shop the look:
Peach tie wrap dress: Buy from JLUXLABEL, $35
Gold dangle hoops: Buy from Amazon, $13.99
Gold knot bangle: Buy from Kate Spade Outlet, $39
Black and gold booties: Buy from Amazon, $43.99
Black tote bag: Buy from Amazon, $29.99
5. Peach Fuzz outfit for a casual lunch
Statement sleeves, like the trendy balloon sleeves on this sweater, help hide arm insecurities. Plus, the mockneck style doubles as a scarf when you don't want to add more bulky layers to your look. Make it casual with a pair of light wash jeans (this shade of blue denim complements the light color of the peach perfectly) and throw on your favorite pair of white sneakers.
Shop the look:
Peach balloon sleeve sweater: Buy from T.J. Maxx, $24.99
Light wash jeans: Buy from LOFT, $89.95
White and tan sneakers: Buy from DSW, $84.99
Gold oval hoops: Buy from Amazon, $13.89
Peach tweed purse: Buy from Guess, $44
6. Peach Fuzz outfit for getting your steps in
Whether you're doing a home workout, taking a walk around the neighborhood or just want a casual comfortable outfit, you can feel stylish despite breaking a sweat when wearing the Pantone Color Of The Year 2024. Peach Fuzz pairs well with essentially any neutral, including black, making it easy to wear with your favorite leggings. Throw on a lightweight, peach-colored crewneck if it's chilly or sport a breathable, peachy T-shirt to stay cool.
Shop the look:
Peach crewneck: Buy from Old Navy, $19.97
Peach T-shirt: Buy from Amazon, $10.30
Black leggings: Buy from Aerie, $41.96
Peach claw clip: Buy from Amazon, $9.99
Peach and white tennis shoes: Buy from T.J. Maxx, $40
7. Peach Fuzz outfit for date night
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A satin midi skirt that features ruching and a slit is the sexiest way to add flirty flair to your date night outfit. Plus, midi skirts are all the rage and throwing one on is an easy way to look chic without the effort. Light peach and a dark reddish-brown play off each other beautifully. Tie in the darker color with these earrings and your favorite brown booties.
Shop the look:
Peach satin midi skirt: Buy from Revolve, $76
Reddish-brown sweater: Buy from Express, $27.20
Peach and gold necklace: Buy from Amazon, $55
Peach and brown dangle earrings: Buy from LOFT, $17.49
Brown pointed toe booties: Buy from DSW, $59.99
8. Peach Fuzz outfit for a day outdoors
Don't let a day in the park or at the skating rink stop you from hopping on the Peach Fuzz , Pantone Color Of The Year 2024 trend. This long, collared peach puffer coat will keep you toasty and stand out among the typical neutral-colored puffers. Slip into a cozy loungewear set to wear under the puffer, and before you head out the door, throw on platform slipper shoes, fuzzy gloves and stylish earmuffs.
Shop the look:
Peach puffer coat: Buy from Amazon, $64.30
Cream lounge set: Buy from Amazon, $45.99
Cream fuzzy gloves: Buy from JCPenney, $2.99
Cream fuzzy earmuffs: Buy from Amazon, $11.99
Tan platform slippers: Buy from Altar'd State, $69.95
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