With the seasons shifting and the sun lingering a little longer each day, I’ve found myself drawn to a new colour palette—namely, the soft creams and revitalising shades of blue that seem to be everywhere right now. From budding blooms to clear skies, these hues are shaping the season, and while I’ve always admired them in nature, weaving them into my wardrobe has felt less intuitive—until now.
A quick scroll through Instagram offered up the inspiration I didn’t know I needed. There was Gwyneth Paltrow, showcasing just how elegant and wearable this palette can be. Dressed in a breezy blue shirt and cream Bermuda shorts, she served up a wearable take on chic summer styling.
Minimalist but impactful, her look reminded me that simplicity often breeds the most sophisticated style. The beauty of pairing pale cream with soft blue lies in the serene, unfussy finish it creates—a mood that feels especially at home in summer when long, sun-drenched days become our norm. Paltrow’s choice of a slightly sheer shirt and knee-grazing Alexis Shorts, from her own label, Goop, balanced polish with ease, it’s a formula I’ve been eager to try ever since.
Already making waves across the streets of Europe—I've spotted fashion people wearing it in both Stockholm and London—this calming colour combination channels a sense of ease that aligns with any polished-looking outfit. And while Paltrow opted for shorts, the same shirt pairs just as seamlessly with wide-leg trousers or cream denim.
Inspired by Paltrow's easy take on summer elegance, read on to discover the best blue shirts and cream trousers below.
SHOP BLUE SHIRTS AND CREAM TROUSERS:
This comes in sizes XXS—4XL.
Style these with a blue shirt or pair with a cosy knit.
I always come back to With Nothing Underneath for their chic, high-quality shirts.
Style with the matching top or wear with breezy shirt.
This looks much more expensive than it actually is.
These also come in khaki.
This also comes in five other shades.
These come in short, regular and lengths.
Style this with cream trousers or wear with straight-leg jeans.
Style with strappy sandals or pair with a simple mule.
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