Winter fashion tips: Go electric this season, brighten up your winter look

Winter fashion tips: Accessories are a great way to add colour to your winter wardrobe. A colourful beanie or scarf can instantly brighten up your look (Image: Canva)

Winter is not just about images of muted tones and sombre hues. But it also reflects in the mood as well as the clothes. Most wardrobes and choices lean towards black, navy and greys, almost as though you have internalised the weather.

But this winter’s look is all about colour and how to stay warm while making a bold statement with your colourful wardrobe – one that is full of colours like red, neon green and blues as well as yellows. This winter is about staying warm and also making bold fashion statements.

• Start with a statement piece:

When you think electric colours, the odds are that you will try and shy away from them. Probably duck away from the section or the colours to safer choices. But you can get that look without feeling out of sorts. Start with a vibrant coat, sweater, eye-catching boots. They can be in a relatively safe colour like red or cherry. You could also go in for bold knit colours like brat green, which can be a playful addition to an otherwise sombre look.

• Layer with colour

One great way to add colour and still feel safe is to layer. This way you can wear colour and also remove colour, based on your need for the day. It is also a great way to introduce many colours in your outfit without feeling overwhelmed by the idea of going bold. Start with a neutral base, a pair of black jeans or a gray sweater, and then add colour. For example, Use a bright yellow turtleneck under a denim jacket or pair a vibrant pink scarf with a neutral-toned coat.

• Accessorise with colour

Accessories are a great way to add colour to your winter wardrobe. A colourful beanie or scarf can instantly brighten up your look. You can also use chunky colourful jewellery like a bold necklace or earrings to add colour to your look.

• Mix and match

Don't be afraid to mix and match different colours. For example, you could pair a bright red sweater with a pair of green pants or a yellow coat with a blue scarf. The main thing is to keep the overall look balanced. Avoid clashing colours.

• Consider your skin tone

When choosing electric hues, factor in your skin. If you have a warm skin tone, choose colours like orange, yellow, and red. If you have a cool skin tone, opt for blue, purple, and green.

• Embrace monochromatic looks

Monochromatic outfits are an easy way to go electric. Choose a colour you love and dress it head-to-toe. For example, pink head-to-toe with a pink coat, pink sweater, and pink boots. It is both bold and trendy.

To complete your winter look, don't forget about your makeup and nails. A bold lip colour or a bright nail polish can add a final touch of colour to your outfit.