If you’re reaching for neutral tones to make a statement this season, stop right there! This time of the year is not meant to live life in black and white – but to go beyond it. We’re amid the most exciting festivals & several reasons to celebrate, and it only gets better from here! On days when your Indian wear wardrobe needs to be the headliner, you ought to sport styles as bright as your mood. But even on the days you’re not celebrating, choose nothing less than colours that put you in a cheery daze. The word of the hour is ‘happy’, so how about you align your closet to match the feeling? Read below and introduce yourself to some of the happiest colours you can wear this season!
Lovely Lilac
Who doesn’t love pastels? We think they’re the ultimate winners when it comes to peaceful palettes! In the case of lilac though, along with being a trendsetting colour, it also appeals to our senses merely by what it symbolizes – sweet flowers and sunset skies! It is away from the colours that appear ‘too pale’, ‘too warm’, or ‘too cold’, and is the perfect hue to give in to! It is also the colour of mystery and intellect and is known to instil great inspiration in legendary artists like Vincent Van Gogh and Claude Monet. So if your dream look is one that resembles an awe-worthy masterpiece – lilac is the colour for you! Here’s a dhoti from Vvani by Vani Vats that is perfect for the desi divas. Be at your glamorous best in a beautifully embroidered lehenga from Papa Don’t Preach by Shubhika!
Luscious Orange
When you want to get your energy levels up, orange is the perfect colour! It is also a risk-taking shade due to its flamboyance and shows that you’re not afraid to take centre stage. Unlike its bolder counterpart red, it isn’t in-your-face and doesn’t seem overpowering at first glance. If you have a long day ahead of you, make orange your go-to. You’ll end up being perky all day long; trust us on that! For intimate gatherings, give in to easy elegance with this anarkali from Paulmi & Harsh. We also love this radiant kurta from Nadima Saquib.
Sunshine Yellow
No matter how cloudy it is outside, this sunshine hue will take all the gloominess away! It resembles a sunflower in full bloom – ready to take on the day while also brightening up others’ faces. Isn’t that a quality we always try to master? Take your place in the spotlight confidently, radiate positivity and let this cheery hue be your best friend. If you wish to let your eclectic side come out and play, then this lehenga from Papa Don’t Preach by Shubhika is the one for you! Wanna keep it simple yet stunning? Choose this kurta from OSE by Jyoti Gupta.
Bright Blue
If the blues don’t remind you of clear skies on a summer day, then they’re not the right hues. One of the happiest, most positive colours on the block, blue is an absolute treat! It is also among the most welcoming colours. So if you’re looking at festive occasions or wedding celebrations as mediums to socialize (with safe distance, of course), then blue will make your personality seem all the more inviting. Even on the regular days, let this hue pave the way for the most fruitful encounters! We love this super cool look that Kiara Advani is sporting, wearing a lehenga from Papa Don’t Preach by Shubhika. But if being the belle of the ball is on your agenda, then we think you’ll love the stunningly embroidered lehenga from Tamanna Punjabi, that fashion blogger Maia Sethna is flaunting.
Blush Pink
From the blush in your cheeks to the blush in your outfit – everything screams ‘happy’! With the ability to make you not just feel fresh but also look fresh, blush pink is a delight no matter the occasion! A beautiful hue that is muted yet stands out, blush pink makes you blend in yet noticeable among a bunch of people. It is easy on the eyes and is a dreamy colour all by itself. It also holds the potential to stir up a fairytale romance with a playful undertone. So if you’re looking to sweep someone off their feet – this is the colour for you. You can go with an ombre stunner from Bandana Narula, or opt for a ruffled lehenga from Priya Chhabria.
Let the festive season be a canvas for you to explore colours you may not have before. After all, what’s life is not lived colourfully?