It’s the warm seasons of spring and summer! That means it’s time to dress with colour and capture the vibrancy of this time of year with your clothing. That said, here are eight colourful clothing pieces to replace your neutral wardrobe. We stick to neutral colours because we think they’re safer and easier to mix and match. While that might be true, there is are also a lot of options for colour that will suit you even better. Not all of these colours might be right for your skin tone, but use this list as an inspiration for finding the right look for you!
Baby blue is a popular colour for the spring months and it won’t take you too much out of your comfort zone if you like gentle and subtle colours like white or beige. It goes with most other colours, and pairing your sweater with a light pant like a chino or khaki is always a great way to stay cool and comfy in the spring.
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A great colour for spring, fuschia is a pinkish colour that can be both elegant and playful. Style with darker or lighter colours and just have fun! This colour is reminiscent of youth and vibrancy, so it’s perfect for the freshness of spring.
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An oversized coat is just what you need to perfect your cute spring outfit. Wear it on cool evening walks and liven up your darker coloured outfit. This piece of colourful clothing is a great way to dress up your darker looks, just throw it on top for some fun!
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A cute little number for your warm-weather outings, a pink plaid skirt is a perfect highlight to that white or black t-shirt you’ve been tucking into your denim. This colourful clothing piece can be paired with your favourite sneakers or flats, depending on how formal your look is.
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If you don’t like skirts, plaid pants are a variation on the plaid skirt that a little comfier and better streetwear for your summer adventures. You can pair these with these similar colours or whites and blacks for a sophisticated but cheeky look.
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Suprise and amaze your friends with this cool holographic style. Are you an android from the future? Or just really, really fashionable and unique? No one will no for sure. Pair with anything, since holograph clothing is usually translucent or encompasses a large spectrum of colour in its shimmery surface.
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Yellow paper bag pants are a piece of colourful clothing that you’ll keep in your wardrobe year round. They’re comfy, and add a bit of sunshine to your outfit! Pair with a crop top or a tuck-in shirt of the neutral variation.
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A red crop-top is a great pop of colour to embellish your outfit. It can go with any of the aforementioned colourful clothing pieces! Red is a bold colour that is perfect for this year’s warm months. It’s not just a holiday or Valentines Day colour! Red is worn best when it’s already bright outside.
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