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Easy ways to add colour and print into your winter wardrobe

Stylist Ceecee Chilanga shares three fun looks and expert tips for elevating your outfits this season.
December 4, 2020 10:08 a.m. EST
December 4, 2020 10:08 a.m. EST
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Winter isn't exactly a season that's bursting with colour, so it's time for us to change that! Stylist Ceecee Chilanga shared how to introduce colour and print into your winter wardrobe! These gorgeous, bright looks will keep you looking chic all season long.Find Ceecee's looks below, and click on the video above for even more great fashion advice!

TIP 1: INSPIRED BY NATURE

When adding colour to your wardrobe, look for inspiration from nature! Blues, greens, browns, etc. are a subtle way to start adding colour.

FOR MEN:

VSP Trench Coat | Frank and Oak Granville tapered pant | Frank and Oat workers light overshirt | Clarks UnCosta lace sneakers

FOR WOMEN:

Reflections of Africa Kinshasa necklaceMarshalls Camel Trench coat | Marshalls Green sweater | Marhsalls vegan leather culottes | Style Artist snakeskin boots

TIP 2: EASY PRINTS

If you are looking to add print into your wardrobe start simple, and with one piece at a time. Try out some nice stripes and florals!

FOR MEN:

Capo Salerno plum merino wool turtleneck | Capo Salerno striped drawstring pant | Capo Salerno black and grey leather sneakers

FOR WOMEN:

Reflections of Africa Doba beaded necklace | VSP Consignment Barena blazer | AfricanizeIt Sasha cuffed pant | Zoba Martin Sienna top


TIP 3: PRINT ON PRINT

Once you are comfortable with prints, try multiple prints at a time to really elevate your wardrobe! You can even combine checks with stripes, like in the outfits above.

FOR MEN:

VSP Consignment officine seamless sweater | VSP Consignment Ami flannel shirt | VSP Consignment Brunello fit trousers | Clarks Un Costa Lace sneaker

FOR WOMEN:

The Allen Avenue pinestrap peplum blouse | VSP Consignment Beaufille Valli trousers | Ron White Percilla Tortoise boot

TIP 4: COLOUR BLOCKING

Once you are comfortable with colour try some colour blocking! To start, try wearing a bold top with more neutral/muted bottoms.

FOR MEN:

Capo Salerno mustard turtleneck | Capo Salerno green corduroy pants | Capo Salerno high top leather sneakers | Capo Salerno navy double-breasted coat

FOR WOMEN:

The Allen Avenue blue peacock fedora | VSP Consignment button-detail sweater | Ron White cindy prism pump | VSP Consignment Barena tailored trousers

TIP 5: MONOCHROMATIC

Once you’ve become a colour lover, try monochromatic dressing! Try sticking with the same tone but different shades.

FOR MEN:

Capo Salerno plum long sleeve shirt | Capo Salerno caramel leather sneakers | Capo Salerno burgundy cotton pants | Capo Salerno burgundy down-filled vest

FOR WOMEN:

Winners forest green faux shag jacket | Winners green velvet palazzo pants | Winners gold block chain necklace | Marshalls green sweater | Style Artist Frye sneakers

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