This spring, drop traditional pastels and florals in lieu of the season’s most surprising neutral: butter yellow.
This subtly sunny hue is currently everywhere, from Sandy Liang’s dreamy runways to your local Ulta. It’s hard to wear butter yellow and not feel flooded with serotonin — or at least a little more upbeat and positive. The shade is a touch unexpected, a departure from springtime favorites like baby blues and pinks as well as Miranda Priestly’s beloved florals. And best of all, a buttery yellow hue is soft enough to double as a neutral; use it to balance out bolder colors or brighten a dull outfit. Why wear beige when you could upgrade to something so much sweeter?
Below, see NYLON’s favorite butter yellow picks, from of-the-moment capri pants to a gourmand perfume that will have you raking in the compliments.
Camper Oruga Up
Camper sandals are a spring and summer must-have. The Oruga Up design is practical and enticing, especially in an on-trend blend of buttery shades.
Los Angeles Apparel Loop Terry V-Neck Vest
Tap into a sunnier version of Challengers-ready style in a throwback terrycloth fabric.
Mooncat Eternal Sunshine Nail Lacquer
While Mooncat’s Eternal Sunshine shade doesn’t have anything to do with Ariana Grande’s album, the sweet hue is still guaranteed to leave you feeling optimistic.
By Far Zip-Up Tote Bag
This By Far purse may be small, but it’s mighty in terms of bringing life to an otherwise boring outfit.
Sandy Liang Solow Capri
Crap Eyewear The Jazz Safari
Have you tried seeing the world through butter-colored glasses? May we suggest you start?
Edikted Thalia Flower Pin Ruffle Mini Dress
Stila Stay All Day Muted-Neon Liquid Eye Liner
Imagine a sharp cat eye, but make it buttery.
Abercrombie & Fitch Asymmetrical Draped Top
Upgrade your basic tank to an asymmetrical version in the season’s sweetest color. Bonus: The thick, stretchy fabric is extra soft on the skin.
Jacquemus Cubisto Leather Slingback Pumps
Nothing says spring like a pair of slingbacks — especially ones with the teeniest kitten heel.
Buonissimo Eau de Parfum by Hilde Soliani
For the person who wants to take the trend to a more conceptual level: Fragantica favorite perfumer Hilde Soliani’s Buonissimo will have you smelling like a freshly baked, buttery croissant from a luxury hotel’s elegant breakfast spread.