Pastel Perfect, Drama Free

Let’s play a contrast game with the scorching sun and move away from drama to much calmer and softer tones this season. Here is the case in favour of lighter shades.

Unlike bright hues and flashy dresses, pastel colours do not rely on loudness to grab your attention. Although they are gentle and subdued, their softness and elegance, rightly mixed with the structure and texture of an outfit, are enough to turn heads. These soft hues convey serenity and lightness, exactly what you need to cope with this season. These shades include cotton-candy pink, lilac, baby blue, mint green, pale yellow, and many more. Some people believe that these muted and soft shades are the blended hues of the sunset. Dive into these curated pastel-polished looks crafted just for you!

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Look 1

1. Plan C, colourblock cotton dress, approx. ₹1,63,560

2. Rabanne, Mini Sparkle crossbody bag, approx. ₹1,34,770

3. Maison Margiela, 80mm Tabi sandal pumps, approx. ₹1,86,180

4. Erdem, small carnation drop earrings, approx. ₹74,830

5. Versace, Safety-Pin cuff bracelet, approx. ₹54,480

Look 2

1. Ferragamo, draped-detail button-up shirt, approx. ₹3,57,240

2. Ralph Lauren Collection, suede straight trousers, approx. ₹3,06,420

3. Cult Gaia, Nala shell-detail mini clutch, approx. ₹59,010

4. Stella McCartney, 95mm square-toe sandals, approx. ₹1,32,200

5. Alighieri, The Sun Salutations hoop earrings, approx. ₹73,450

Look 3

1. Christopher Esber, Cross Bandeau midi dress, approx. ₹1,03,437

2. René Caovilla, 40mm Juniper crystal-embellished sandals, approx. ₹8,98,400

3. The Attico, Day Off clutch bag, approx. ₹2,19,173

4. Oscar de la Renta, large pavé rose clip-on earrings, approx. ₹1,02,032

5. Brunello Cucinelli, Monili bracelet, approx. ₹1,91,824

Look 4

1. Dolce & Gabbana, monogram midi skirt, approx. ₹2,05,800

2. Oscar de la Renta, rose cut-out tweed top, approx. ₹3,23,480

3. Miu Miu, 55mm fabric slingbacks, approx. ₹1,27,160

4. Jil Sander, small Goji bamboo clutch bag, approx. ₹4,43,050

5. Jennifer Behr, Chelsey earrings, approx. ₹63,060

All prices mentioned are approximate and may or may not include taxes.

From the August 2025 issue of L’Officiel India.