It seems we are all chasing the rainbow after the storm…
Historically, after times of crisis, mood-boosting colours like joyous yellow, dopamine-releasing pink and red, or high-energy orange, have enjoyed a renaissance. These bright colours apparently trigger positive neurological responses in the brain. So, predictably, technicolour shades are a favourite for spring/summer with designers such as Christian Dior, Valentino, Proenza Schouler, Chanel and Saint Laurent opting for playful palettes.
L-R: Dior, Proenza Schouler, Alexander McQueen.
Vibrant, saturated colour combinations have even more impact; a colourful dress or trouser suit pops when paired with equally bright but contrasting shoes and a great bag. Though crayon-coloured hues have often signified youthfulness and fun, for SS22 designers used them on utterly grown-up suiting, as well as maxi and sheath-like clingy dresses.
L-R: Proenza Schouler, Saint Laurent, Huishan Zhang.
Keep your eyes peeled for these attention-grabbing and often very flattering shades. Banishing black to the back of the wardrobe, we are all chasing the rainbow after the storm, while dreaming of better days to come …
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Yellow cut-out wool-cashmere maxi dress, Christopher Kane, €1,125; www.modaoperandi.com.
Pink Kelaya cotton sweater, Isabel Marant Étoile, €255, at Electra, Donnybrook, Dublin 4.
Orange cotton mini dress, Sportmax, €455, at Harvey Nichols.
Yellow felt beret, €18, at Oliver Bonas.
Two-tone bag, Lastframe, €255; www.matchesfashion.com.
Pink poplin shirt, €19.95, at Zara.
Orange low waist trousers, €129, at & Other Stories.
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