#winter brights

[girlwithcurves]

new post: Winter Brights

[litttleblackfairy-blog]

How to wear the coach prairie satchel

[wantering-blog]

How to Brighten Up Your Winter Wardrobe

3 ways to add color to your cold-weather palette

We’re all victims of wearing too much black during this time of year. Your dark style choices may match the gloomy conditions outside, but there’s no reason not to introduce a little color into your wardrobe. Not only will it add a boost of energy to your winter look, it will also put an extra bounce in your step (promise!). Here’s the trick: begin with a black base and, depending on how bold you wish to go, add colorful pieces from there, because brights pop the most against black. Scroll down to see what we mean, and shop the looks below.

1. Pick two similar colors and match them throughout

Susie Lau is the queen of color. To achieve her eye-popping ensemble below, wear two complementary colors together with a trace of black underneath.

Susie Lau at NYFW Fall 2014

Whistles Kumiko Faux Fur Coat

Love Debutante Textured Prom Dress

Whistles Rivington Chain Clutch in Acid Pink

2. Wear a colorful coat against black basics

Wrap yourself in a vibrant coat like blogger Zanita Whittington below, and you don’t need to worry about anything else.

Street style via Vanessa Jackman

Blogger Zanita Whittington

Oversized Bouclé Coat

ASOS Coat With Drop Collar In Textured Wool

ASOS Knitted Jacket In Blocked Pattern

3. Pair contrasting colors together for a bold effect

For an unexpected ensemble, wear two different primary or contrasting colors together with black accessories, and smile at your new style trick.

Stylist and fashion director Anya Ziourova at PFW Fall 2014

Street style via Stockholm Street Style

T BY ALEXANDER WANG ribbed sweater

Asymmetrical Wrap Skirt

'Phoebe' Beaded Velvet Clutch

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Avoiding a style slump takes an armory of arousing accessories: bold bib necklaces, bright bracelets, eccentric earrings and more. Skip the sartorial rut with a little help from the wardrobe weapons found in this troop of trend-right jewelry. Featuring fans of crystals, cord woven chains, and beads for days, this coterie of colorful accents is sure to wake up your winter.