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When it comes to curating a chic wardrobe, neutrals and grayscale colours are staples! The right black trouser, white shirt or beige trench coat is a no-brainer addition to a stylish and versatile capsule wardrobe! However, there is no denying that neutral basics can sometimes get a little boring. If you are looking to add a dash of excitement to your versatile daily outfits, then we’ve got you covered.

Read on for 5 tips and tricks to add colourful richness to your basic everyday wardrobe.

Colour up and carry on

A colourful carry-on can be the perfect way to brighten up your ensemble. If you’re going for neutral outfits, a colourful tote or shoulder bag will instantly spice things up! Keep it fun with primary colours like yellow and blue; or add deep richness to your look with jewel-toned hues like burnt orange and emerald green. Give your casuals, workwear and resort wear looks a style boost with their hip and elegant carry-ons.

Get a colourful view

Here’s a great way to add a dash of vibrancy to your look. Pick up colourful eyewear styles and add a touch of freshness to your neutral and grayscale ensembles! Have fun experimenting with warm tinted sunglasses, tortoiseshell textures or subtle pastel transparent. Rich jewel-toned metallics and soft pastel- coloured transparent frames add a touch of freshness to your everyday classics.

Colour inside the lines

We’ve established that neutral coloured clothing is the most versatile sartorial choice. However, adding a few key pieces to your wardrobe that feature a neutral hue with colourful detailing, can brighten things up. Opt for white, egg-shell, beige and grey-toned clothing with pastel or deep-coloured detailing such as piping, ribbed finishes, top-stitching and colour blocking. Apart from colourful detailing on a neutral base, you can also go for a jewel-toned or midnight-hued base with light-coloured piping. These look great for work, events and travel occasions.

Scrunch it up in colour

Hair accessories are the most ignored part of our outfits. However, when done right, these can make for an extremely stylish statement. An oversized scrunchie in a bright or pastel hue is a subtle and impressive way to add colour to your outfit. You can go for stark colours such as olive green or surf blue or you can opt for noticeable favourites like magenta or yellow. These stunners look great with formal wear, Indian wear, western casuals and Indo-fusion occasion wear. Give your style a unique twist by tying your hair up in a bun or a ponytail with one of these!

Scarf down some colour!

The printed scarf is a colourful classic with unmatched high-fashion appeal. This is a universally effortless way to add colour to your look! Give your neutral and grayscale ensembles a sophisticated touch with printed scarves. You can tie these around your head for a classic retro look or you can wear them around your neck in a traditional style. Either way, these are sure to elevate your style quotient!

Belt it up in colour!

A stylish, cinched belt is an effortless way to spruce up any outfit. It is also a cool way to add a dash of colour to your basic wardrobe staples! Be it a broad, high-waisted belt or a classic leather number, a colourful belt is sure to brighten up your entire look.

Colourful resin danglers for the win

Resin jewellery is all the rage these days and we love the touch of colour it adds to the most basic outfits! Complete with retro vibes and abstract patterns, plant-based polymer trinkets and danglers have taken the center stage in jewellery trends this year. Cool, youthful and exuberant, these stylish pieces are all you need to add vibrancy to your wardrobe! Add these to your wardrobe to give it the colourful boost and quirk it needs!
 

Step into colourful confidence!

Our obsession with stylish footwear is a fashion love story. Be it comfort-oriented or high- maintenance, footwear is an accessory almost everyone puts their personality into. If you would like to jazz up your wardrobe with bright or jewel-toned colours, footwear is your best bet. Even the most basic black outfit is taken up a notch with a pair of bright boots. An everyday work ensemble can be impeccably elevated with a pair of colourful sneakers. Go for what you usually love - just opt for a colourful variant!