20 Colourful Street Style Looks To Brighten Your Mood

Take your cues from the masters of colour blocking

Colourful Street Style
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New year, new you. The prospect of wearing bold colours can be intimidating, but there's no better time to step out of your sartorial comfort zone and try something different. Whatever the situation, our wardrobes can certainly nod to brighter days ahead.

Ahead, we relive joyful street style moments captured in the past seasons—take your cues from the fashion set, the masters of colour blocking and tonal dressing.

Clash 'Em

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The art of clashing prints can be tricky to master. To start, pick patterns at the similar end of the colour wheel.

Spiffed Up

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Spiff up a casual get-up with brights, patterns and layering.

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Make an entrance in a head-to-toe green velvet suit.

Contrasting Shoes

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Give your print dress a playful edge by pairing it with a contrasting pair of heels or pumps.

Offset with Neutrals

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Too much colour? Too bright? Use neutrals to tone down your look and give it a more laid-back vibe.

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Sometimes a statement dress and matching shades are all you need to achieve a winning look.

Orange Crush

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Orange is definitely having a moment. Brighten up your wardrobe with this eye-catching hue.

Shimmy Away

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We love how Copenhagen-based stylist Emili Sindlev gave her outfit a touch of disco with those chic trousers and sparkle pumps.

Purple Haze

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Break a tonal outfit with a pop of colour, like photographer Tamu McPherson did here.

Matchy-Matchy

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Japanese street-style twins Amiaya are known for their standout looks that complement each other. Have fun with statement pieces that make a visual impact.

Pastel Perfection

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Pastel knits never looked better.

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Red Alert

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We love how co-founder of ROTATE Jeanette Madsen's outfit plays on patterns and prints.

Wear Your Greens

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There's something about pairing bright green separates with brown and red pieces that makes the outfit pop.

Hot Pink

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You can't go wrong with hot pink.

Mint Drama

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This unconventional combination is sure to get you noticed. Experiment with layers, prints and textures.

Walking On Sunshine

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There's nothing like some effervescent yellow to lift your spirits. Finish off your outfit with accessories in a muted palette.

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'70s Baby

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Channel the '70s with a patchwork dress, tousled hair, and some boots.

Peekaboo

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Recreate this look by layering a coat or jacket over a colour-pop dress.

The Blues

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Easy breezy and a joy to recreate.

Sporty Chic

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This look hits the sweet spot between smart and sporty. Team your track shorts with an oversize blazer and some dainty slip-ons for contrast.

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