Prettify your wardrobe this S/S '17 with hot pink
This Spring, dare to bare your vivacious personality in the key trend of fuchsia pink
By Nicola Watson -
Fuschia pink was THE colour of the runways this S/S ‘17, dominating designers such as Valentino and Bottega Veneta. Whilst you may usually shy away from such loud colours, we’re here to help you embrace the bold. Pink is playful, feminine and gives an injection of ‘youth’ into the monochrome wardrobes.
Valentino kept it both strong and block colour bold as well as playing with different fabrics to offer texture to the outfits. If you’re not ready for the full on pink, you can introduce pink into your attire just by picking the right shoes or handbag.
Here’s our top 10 fuschia pink pieces you can buy online today, that will brighten up any cloudy day.
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We’ve never seen something look so cosy. For the days when the office air-con is just too cold, or the rain pours consistently outside the cafe...this knit is the one.
With the boat neck and loose fit, it allows you to hit the trend of ‘pink’ with the cool factor still in tact.
Hello Sweety Wide Sleeves Loose Fit Knit, $88 from Zalora
Wow. Just wow. We never thought ‘oh let’s buy a pair of hot pink trousers’ but as soon as we saw these, we wanted to immediately purchase.
Mid-rise, tailored, tapering to an ankle hem...everything a good set of trousers should offer. Some may think the colour pink can come off as tacky or cheap, but these quality trousers show the exact opposite is true too.
Narciso Rodriguez Wool-blend Piqué Tapered Pants, $1,100 at Net-a-porter
Singapore ladies love an eye-catching pump, and Ted Baker deliver in bucket loads with these hot pink bow detail pair.
The pvc ballet pump is a staple for most (damn this weather and high heels) but with the injection of pink and oversized bow, these are a must-buy for S/S ‘17.
Ted Baker Julivia Bow Hot Pink Ballet Flat Shoes, $116.13 from ASOS
Accessorizing is the easiest way to adapt your style to fit the current trends. That’s why we adore this pink bag by Tagg. Perfect for the forthcoming sunshine days...you’ve got serious arm candy going on with this handle bag.
The black piping breaks up the pink whilst offering that ‘high quality’ look too.
Tagg Top Handle Bag, $46.90 from Zalora
Yes, it MAY look like it will fall down at a blink of an eye...but the elasticated band of this shoulderless dress gives you all the support you need.
With cute bow details on the sleeve balancing out the shift style, this dress is easy to wear and super feminine too.
Desiree Off-The-Shoulder Shift Dress, $313.60 from SheShops
We just adore this long-sleeved sweater top. The ruffle detail gives you that ‘high fashion’ feel to the jumper, along with the colour.
Can be worn with jeans or tucked into a high waisted skirt - this piece is great for weekend shopping plans with the girls.
Ruffled Sweater, $39.90 from MANGO
These are just fun fun fun. Picking up on the hot pink trend, they’ll add that ‘pop’ to any outfit that you feel needs to step up a notch or two.
Not only are they bright pink but they’re also pompoms...which basically screams ‘my inner child is out and about’. Nothing wrong with that ladies...youth isn’t wasted on the young after all.
Barbados Pompom Drop Earrings, $48.85 from SheShops
If complete pink colour block just isn’t your style, then this wool-crepe mini dress could be just the thing.
With the combination of a navy top and hot pink skirt, the dress offers a feminine figure whilst hitting the key trend. Perfect for the office-to-bar day where you have no time but need to look stylish from the get go.
Roland Mouret Natan Wool-crepe Mini Dress, $2,574 from Net-a-porter
The loafer is a closet staple, sure, but these pair in fuschia pink will ensure you’re kept on trend for 2017.
Gucci comfort AND style...can you ask for more? Oh, and they also fold down at the back, should you feel in the mood for a slip-on.
Gucci Loafers, $692 from Net-a-porter
Oh, how we do love to power-dress in the office. But ‘work attire’ doesn’t have to mean black and boring. This structured paneled wool dress in hot pink offers us both the professional and playful ensemble.
Plus, it’s effortless to wear. Simply step in, zip up, put on some heels (it will go with any pair) and you’re ready for whatever the week throws at you.
Narciso Rodriguez Paneled Stretch-Wool Dress, $2,361 at Net-a-porter