Trend of the Week: Colour Burst

Get ready for a serotonin explosion, writes Annmarie O'Connor

Inspiration

Valentino puff sleeve A-line mini dress, Brown Thomas, €1,980

The hue and cry over this season’s catwalk colours isn’t without merit. Flame orange, spicy Saffron, Tanager turquoise, Beetroot purple and neon yellowgreen have lit up the Pantone chart, causing a cataclysm of emotions from cool, calming and comforting to strong, stalwart and self-assured. Want to improve your mood? Feel it, wear it, live it. It’s that simple.

Style Notes

‘Lily’ organza skirt, €555.83; ‘Sophie’ organza jacket, Rejina Pyo

ORANGE AND BLUE:

Bold, optimistic and unapologetic, this colour clash makes the perfect entrance in blazer and trouser duo. Just add a white t-shirt.

BROWN AND GREEN:

Salute the 70s like Marc Jacobs, Gucci and Victoria Beckham with this eracentric colour pairing. Opt for unexpected accents in pistachio or Biscay green.

PINK AND PURPLE:

Channel ‘80s exuberance with fun fuchsia and regal purple rendered with puff sleeves or exaggerated shoulders.

TURQUOISE AND RED:

The sharp optic contrast of this coupling gives serious throwback vibes. Add a slick of red lipstick for eyepopping vintage appeal.

The Edit

Brighten your day with these powerful pieces.

Lapelled straight-cut coat, Mango, €89.99

Rejina Pyo ‘Betty’ button-embellished satin-jacquard midi dress, Net-a-Porter, €875

‘Gabby’ denim jumpsuit, Whistles, €195

Scarf tie flowy midi dress, &Other Stories, €99

‘Natasha’ trousers, Hobbs, €180

‘Billie’ sandals, Hobbs, €165