We’re Calling It: Cobalt Blue Is The Colour Of The Summer
If there is one colour we are seeing everywhere right now, it is cobalt blue. Whilst it offers a pop of intense shade, it also feels quite utilitarian, meaning it goes with most things – especially summer whites and other peppy primary colours – we especially love it with a pop of red. We’ve handpicked some of our favourite cobalt looks from Instagram, from Lucy Williams‘ low-key travel-inspired look, to Arielle Charnas’ nod to ’80s glam.
Look 1
This month saw the launch of what is set to be one of summer’s biggest collabs, the Lucy Williams X With Nothing Underneath capsule collection. Inspired by Lucy’s well-documented love of travel, cobalt is a defining shade of the range. We love these relaxed trousers styled with a simple white vest, leather flip-flops and bohemian jewels.
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Look 2
We love Lisbon influencer Mafalda’s eclectic style, taking some of SS26’s key trends but making them feel entirely her own. If you want to try (or make a return to) the capri pant that’s everywhere this season, the easiest way to do it is with an oversized shirt, which makes it feel a little less scary and far more wearable.
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Look 3
This COS plaid shirt is giving Bottega, but without the eye-watering price tag. We love the juxtaposition of pairing it with something really feminine, like a lace-trimmed silk slip.
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Look 4
Lessons in layering from Insta star Olivia here. Take a pair of light-wash baggy jeans and layer up with a pretty bohemian prairie dress. A shot of cobalt blue knit finishes off the look and is much needed with this indecisive weather.
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Look 5
Cobalt can look really impactful and chic in the evening – this Gabriela Hearst silk blazer has a punchy ’80s feel to it. Keep the rest of the look really simple with navy pleated trousers and leather accessories.
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Look 6
Cobalt works really well in off-duty jackets – the colour gives your look a pop, but feels quite utilitarian, meaning it goes with most things. Go for a classic men’s worker style or something a little more special, like Karen Millen’s high-collar, sumptuous suede. White denim and The Row-esque (for a fraction of the price) flip-flops finish the look.
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