With the changing of the seasons, comes a new appetite and appreciation for colour. Fashion fiends should know this all too well, with hues of butter yellow and pristine whites finding their way into our vacation wardrobes and Pinterest pins. In this effervescent summer, no colour is considered too bold or audacious; in fact, the brighter the better. As a fiery red so aptly conveys. And whilst welcomed in other parts of the world, red outfits are commonly recognised in Asian cultures as a colour that represents auspicious blessings and prosperity. The downside to that is being too quick to write the hue off as something enforced upon us or worse, chalking it to a gaudy aesthetic.
However, justice is long owed to the colour red. In fact there are plenty of ways where it can elevate your everyday outfit. Think of it as striking, quirky and even a shouty allure of cool. Take inspiration from the recent street style snaps from the fashion shows, where attendees made an entrance by donning on a siren red by way of colour-blocking or in the form of an accessory. The options? Limitless once you choose to embrace it.
Below, heed these styling tips via these red outfits, that will certainly come in handy just in time for Chinese New Year. There’s no better time to bring out the auspicious hue.
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The power of layering
A little peek-a-boo, if the weather allows for it. If not, opt for thin fabrics that allow for another colour to shine through. After all, you can never go wrong with a white shirt beneath.
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The power of layering
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The power of layering
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Prints, prints, prints
A surefire way to add character and pizzazz sans the effort. Whether it’s the trending gingham or sporty stripes on a casual day, simply choose your favourite aesthetic of the moment.
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Prints, prints, prints
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Prints, prints, prints
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Don't shy away from (fun!) colour-blocking
Red and any sort of neutral might feel the most natural when it comes to pairing your separates, but going against the grain with an unexpected hue? Dopamine dressing at its best.
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Don't shy away from (fun!) colour-blocking
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Don't shy away from (fun!) colour-blocking
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Let accessories do the talking
If you’re not ready for a full-on colour switch just yet, start small with accessories. The aforementioned rules can too apply, so pick out a statement piece that calls out to you—by way of a top handle or even a sleek necktie.
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Let accessories do the talking
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