Fab 5: Let’s go colour block

There’s nothing like a heavy dose of colour to lift your mood. If you normally stick to a muted palette of beige, navy, black and white, try adding a splash of red, yellow, green or pink and see how it can instantly elevate spirits — of both you and those around you.

But why stop there? Instead of just one vibrant hue, go wild and add a few.

From graphic printed pieces to rainbow bright accessories, Rebecca Tay presents five colour-blocked styles to liven up your spring.

WALKING ON SUNSHINE

Proving that the trend for ugly shoes shows no signs of waning is these Camperlab ‘Traktori’ clogs, which feature black leather uppers with toothed rubber outsoles and toe cap in a can’t-miss-it shade of yellow. The sky blue logo-ed straps are adjustable, so you can slip into the shoes and clomp around in clogs, or sling them back around your ankles for extra support.

POLO MATCH

JW Anderson and Uniqlo continues to be a match made in heaven — and definitely one of the main high-low fashion collaborations we still get pretty excited about. The latest collection, which launched on April 6, features a range of preppy, collegiate pieces, including rugby sweaters, cardigans, shirts and this polo dress. With its slightly dropped shoulder, maroon-and-pink stripes and crisp white collar and placket, it’s an easy, sports-inspired way to get in on the colour-blocked look.

COLOUR CLUB

If your handbag style veers more toward statement and utilitarian than pared-back and minimalist, consider adding this Longchamps top-handle leather ‘Roseau Sunset’ bag to your arsenal. Sleek and a bit sporty, it features punchy pops of persimmon, turquoise and lime, with a touch of taupe for good measure, and is finished with a removable strap and cool toggle top closure. Wear it with jeans and a blazer for ultimate impact.

KEEP IT SHORT

Not sure about injecting so much colour into your daytime wardrobe? How about your workout one? These ‘Hotty Hot’ running shorts have a retro feel about them — not least because of their highrise, short 4” length and two-tone colour combo, which comes in three variations. Sneakers with a vintage feel and a cropped, off-white sweatshirt will finish the look.

ALL BUTTONED UP

For conservative offices and strict dress codes, there are two-piece suits and pantyhose. For everyone else, there’s cool button-down shirts like this multicoloured, multi-striped number by Gap. Team with white wide-leg jeans to keep things simple, or go heavy into the quirky workwear look with a grey pinstriped skirt and chunky penny loafers.