A color that we often associate with summertime is coral, the same way that we might pen mustard yellow outfits on fall. However, you can make coral work all-year round. This look book of 12 coral outfits will prove that to you. I am stying shirts, dresses, sweaters, and more. After you view each style you will have so many ideas to take and run with. You will see a lot of coral pairings with gold, cognac, and taupe, as they compliment each other well. Of course, you can shop similar pieces to everything that I am showing you, and at reasonable prices.
12 Coral Outfit Ideas
1) Downtown for a Day
The first look in my coral outfits will have you shining for miles! I really had a hard time pairing this strapless flounce shirt with other pieces to make an outfit, mostly due to the length. I have decided on neutral soft shorts that are highly similar in color to the top half of the shirt. A gold sequin coin necklace matches the actual sequins perfectly. Gold sandals keep the whole theme going. Finally, I needed a backpack due to being on the go, but you can make any handbag of your choice work here.
Shirt- Almost Famous from Sears
Shorts- No Boundaries from Walmart
Necklace- unknown
Handbag- Charming Charlie
Shoes- Attention from Kmart
Featured | Heathered Rolled-Cuff Shorts + Small Leather Backpack + Hzacye Dainty Layered Choker Necklace + Dexla Sandal + Loving People L.P. Women’s Flared Tube Top
2) Shark Bite Attitude
Second, if you need a solid coral top outfit, I have just the idea for you! This off-the-shoulder piece is anything but boring with a ruffle layer and shark bite, or asymmetrical hem. It leaves a nice open space on the neck, perfect for a rather dainty necklace. Basic denim shorts work well with coral. The floral sandals are a great match, and here you can see how a cognac bag is the perfect finishing touch.
Shirt- Ultra Flirt from Delias
Shorts- No Boundaries from Walmart
Handbag- rue21
Shoes- Bongo from Sears
Jewelry- Charming Charlie
Featured | Naughty Monkey C3TO Thong Sandal + Geo Quilt Crossbody Bag + Vintage Immitation Pearl Clam Necklace + Raw Hem Denim Shorts + Natural Bamboo Off Shoulder Ruffle Overlay Top
3) Nearly Summer
Third is one of a few ideas I have concerning a coral dress outfit. This particular dress has many fine details, such as crochet pieces, buttons, and a babydoll hem. As I continue to play with gold and coral, the sand dollar necklace and earring set is stellar here. There are those floral sandals matching perfectly again. A different cognac bag appears here, but it still coordinates with the color palette.
Dress- Charming Charlie
Jewelry- unknown
Shoes- Bongo from Sears
Handbag- No Boundaries from Walmart
Featured | Naughty Monkey C3TO Thong Sandal + Ritastephens 14K Yellow Gold Sand Dollar Earrings + Gold Sand Dollar Necklace + Crossbody Bags + Amanda Uprichard Clarita Sleeveless Mini Wrap Dress
4) Tea for Two
Fourth is another dress look. This one almost has more of a halter-style going on, including a v-cut and long tassels. It is fun to pair those tassels with a fringe bag, and that bag also matches the peep toe shoes. A heel on the shoes continues the dressy feel. You can sneak a gold shell necklace right in on that deeper v-neck.
Dress- C&E from Ross
Necklace- H&M
Shoes- Time and Tru from Walmart
Handbag- rue21
Featured | CATMICOO Round Crossbody + PJ Seashell Locket Charm Necklace + Delicious Yummy Cutout Stacked Heel Sandal + 8 by YOOX Short Dress
5) The Halter Effect
Fifth in these coral outfits is another perfect summer look. This halter-style bodysuit stays tucked into your shorts all day. Fringe hem shorts add a bit of flair. Simple textured gold hoop earrings really tie the outfit together. You can see that tan also works with the color scheme, hence the studded sandals and bucket bag.
Bodysuit- Hyfve from Madison & Mallory
Shorts- No Boundaries from Walmart
Earrings- Mudd from Gabe’s
Shoes- A New Day from Target
Handbag- No Boundaries from Walmart
Featured | Kainier Big Hoop Earrings + Taupe Studded Gladiator Sandals + Casual Soft PU Leather Bucket Bag + luvamia Casual Denim Shorts + Floerns Casual Sleeveless Deep V Bodysuit
6) She Does Not Play
Next is a versatile look. This long sleeve tunic top can go over shorts just as easily as it can leggings, pants, or capris. I like a khaki look with this to keep everything neutral. The hoop earrings are wrapped in fabric that matches the shirt well. Cognac provides a deeper contrast to break the look up, so here come the sandals and handbag.
Shirt- rue21
Shorts- Rewash from JCPenney
Jewelry- Charming Charlie
Shoes- Route 66 from Kmart
Handbag- Ross
Featured | 14K Gold Plated Sterling Silver Enamel Earring + EVVE Quilted Shoulder Crossbody + Trary Gladiator Sandals + Unionbay Delaney Stretch 3.5″ Inseam Short + PINKMSTYLE Long Sleeve V Neck Top
7) Crushing on Coral
I do have some coral outfit ideas for fall and winter! This long sleeve peasant shirt definitely is unexpected. She pairs well with a choker featuring a coral stone. White jeans are a twist from the usual blue denim or khaki that we are getting used to. Booties are perfect for fall, so again I opt for cognac and a matching handbag.
Shirt- No Boundaries from Walmart
Handbag- No Boundaries from Walmart
Boots- Madden Girl Westmont from Delias
Pants- Delias
Jewelry- Walmart
Featured | Steve Madden Sheridan Boot + Ettika Still Surprise You Gold Choker Necklace + Crossbody Bag + Hybrid Hyper Ultra Stretch Comfy Skinny Pants + MIHOLL Long Sleeve Top
8) A Sweet Sweater
Here is a coral sweater outfit that you have to try! This sweater is on the longer side, so it looks great over top of leggings. In fact, this outfit is sort of like a variation of number seven. To class it up a bit I have a thick gold bangle and ring, as well as a clutch handbag and booties featuring heels.
Shirt- Faded Glory from Walmart
White leggings
Handbag- George from Walmart
Boots- Madden Girl Westmont from Delias
Bracelet- Bongo from Kmart
Ring- Walmart
Featured | Steve Madden Sheridan Boot + PAVOI 14K Gold Plated X Ring + Barzel Gold Plated Statement Ring + Humble Chic Vegan Leather Clutch + Conceited Buttery Soft High Waisted Leggings + Amazon Essentials Long-Sleeve Sweater
9) Playing Nice
Continuing on with the coral outfits is a basic button down shirt, but it has a faux tuck. If you need a style for transitional weather, consider wearing yours with capris like I am. The handbag has a lot going on, but at its core it matches the shirt. Simple gold necklaces are all that you need here, besides some cute floral sandals.
Shirt- No Boundaries from Walmart
Pants- YMI Luxe from Ross
Jewelry- Five Below
Handbag- Nine West from Peebles
Shoes- Bongo from Sears
Featured | Naughty Monkey C3TO Thong Sandal + Mevecco Layered Heart Necklace + Kate Spade Payton Dome Crossbody + Lee Relaxed Fit Capri Pant + Beautife Short Sleeve Shirt
10) You Can Stand Under my Umbrella
If you need more coral outfits for summer, allow me to present to you one of my all-time-favorites. I bought the umbrella specifically to match with this outfit as an accessory, and I have never even opened it! Now that is major fashion blogger vibes. I love how the tank top blouse stays loosely tucked into the shorts so that you can see the tie detail. Layered gold necklaces really pull the look together. This is a lighter coral color, and we can see how the sandals coordinate. Finally, the fringe handbag is an added detail.
Shirt- Soprano from Dillards
Shorts- Freestyle Revolution from Dillards
Shoes- Jacklyn Smith from Kmart
Umbrella- Forever 21
Handbag- rue21
Jewelry- Forever 21
Featured | Roxy Costas Sandal + CATMICOO Round Crossbody + Turandoss Dainty Layered Choker Necklace + GiftCraft Pink Flamingo Umbrella + BLENCOT V Neck Lace Trim Tank Top + Dokotoo Casual Summer Smocked Elastic Waist Shorts
11) A Short Affair
Everyone needs a coral blouse outfit, and this is my take on it. This open back number is so elegant! I recommend wearing it over dress pants, or in this case capris if you need something lighter. Jewelry with a special occasion feel work with the gold bar detail on the blouse. You can totally go for a shoe with a heel if you need more of a formal feel, otherwise these floral sandals are great. A nude handbag keeps the entire ensemble in check.
Shirt- Bailey Blue from Boscov’s
Jewelry- Boscov’s
Pants- No Boundaries from Walmart
Shoes- Jaclyn Smith from Kmart
Handbag- Like Dreams from Madison & Mallory
Featured | Al&Tiffy 18K Gold Bracelet + Cowlyn Tennis Choker Necklace + Nanette Lepore Arti Top Handle + Roxy Costas Sandal + Briggs New York Capri + Deep V Neck Wrap Tank Top
12) September Dinner
The last look in these coral outfits is perfect for the office or a dinner date. This quarter sleeve twist front dress is effortlessly chic. I know the handbag is not an exact match, but it does draw plenty of attention! The oval gold hoop earrings provide the right amount of bling. Finally, neutral heels control the colors without distraction.
Dress- G by Giuliana from Gabe’s
Handbag- from Ross
Earrings- C&C California from Gabe’s
Shoes- Soda from Gabe’s
Featured | Minimalist Rectangle Oval Hoop Earrings + Girly Handbags Glossy Plain Top Handle Bag + Athlefit Braided Heeled Sandals + Summer Twist Knot Short Sleeve Dress
Coral Outfits Frequently Asked Questions – FAQs
Below are some frequently asked questions concerning coral outfits:
What matches with coral?
Coral best matches with cognac, tan, and gold pieces, as well as blue denim. Try mixing and matching your coral with nude shoes, gold jewelry, khaki pants, and cognac handbags for style that basically wears itself.
Does coral and yellow go together?
Coral and yellow typically do not go together, as they are of a similar color family and do not offer much contrast. Wearing them together in one outfit will be rather vibrant, and perhaps not in the best way, especially if you want to appear to be a style expert.
Does coral and purple go together?
Coral and purple do not always go together. The concern is that they are too Halloween in nature. I would steer away from purple, and instead opt for hues in the brown family, or even rich blue denims.
Conclusion
In summary of this look book of coral outfits, you can wear this color for any season or occasion. You definitely see a trend of pairing coral with its complimentary colors of browns and nudes, as well as gold. Be sure to change up your shoe and handbag choices to keep every style fresh. Coral is a lovely way to brighten your day, especially if you try it in the dark and cold winter. I also have other blog posts focusing on specific colors, such as my olive green outfit ideas! Until next time, continue to let your true beauty shine.
Do you ever wear coral clothing?
2 Responses
Love the dress in the nearly summer outfit!
Thanks, Helen!