Colour Block Accessories Fashion Trend
Our Guide To The Best Colour Block Accessories – SS12
Colour blocking played a crucial role at Tommy Hilfiger’s summer show, and nowhere more so than on the oversized totes that were nestled in the crook of models’ arms. Breaking up the body of the bag with complementary statement shades, the resulting look was bold and brave.
Follow in the designer’s footsteps and scour the high street for accessories in primary shades accented with lashings of fuchsia and forest green – one of the easiest and budget-friendly ways to transport your wardrobe slap bang into spring.
Spotted on countless style stalwarts, including Kate Moss, American shoe store Steve Madden can always be relied upon for innovative footwear that garners fashion’s firm approval.
Proving that colour blocking doesn’t have to clash, with their platform and ankle-strap this pair of wobble-free wedges is spot on for adding a splash of colour to your wardrobe this spring. Showcase them with skirts and shorts in neutral shades, or wear with boyfriend denim to dress them down.
Colour block accessories don’t have to be bright and brazen, with its forest green suede and pop of pink leather, Next’s colour block clutch offers a grown up way to tackle the trend.
Pair it with a simple shift for an evening out or trade it for your office bag to take you from desk to drinks in a hurry.
For an instant wardrobe update, Dolce & Gabbana’s animal print scarf can’t be beaten.
With its nod to neon and violet trim, this colour block scarf will look chic layered over a classic t-shirt or used to add edge to your office jacket.
While Etro’s whole spring summer collection was a flurry of colour, our eyes are firmly fixed on the label’s sea-toned rubber bracelet.
Roll up sleeves to showcase the statement piece and keep the rest of your outfit fuss-free.
Causing a fashion stir after cascading a collection of colour block wedges down the catwalk at London Fashion Week, Jonathan Saunders proved just why colour block accessories are such a style staple this season.
Paired with pastels, little black dresses and neon brights, the show’s rainbow shoes added a flirty, fun touch.
Tackle the trend and keep track of time in style with Swatch’s colour block watch.
Merging the shade of the season, tangerine, with a royal blue hue, the pared down lines will give any outfit an androgynous edge.
With their hessian heel and globetrotter tones, Zara’s colour block chunky heeled sandals subtly reference summer’s urban tribal trend.
Style these two-trend ticking t-bars with rolled up denim jeans and a lightweight khaki cover-up to nail casual, city chic this season.
The perfect pair of shoes for sunnier climes, River Island’s colour block sandals will work worn with skirts once temperatures soar or paired with coloured jeans while the weather’s not warm.
Treat feet to a pedicure in a contrasting colour to signal to your fellow fashionistas your style know-how.
Tap into spring’s pastel palette with ASOS’s colour block bag.
Marrying mint green with sherbet shades, this bucket bag makes the perfect partner for the school run while also being roomy enough to store the spoils of a weekend shopping trip.
If you aren’t brave enough to buy a block colour bag, Lucy Folk’s ethnic-inspired bracelets offer a wearable way to work the trend.
Wear wrists full in varying hues to make a shade statement, or stick to one to lend your look an urban tribal twist.
For a chic take on the colour blocking accessories trend involving easy to wear black, Red Direct's two-tone tote is a winner. With a detachable coin purse, you can coordinate your colour block accessories with ease. Pair with a classic trench coat and denim jeans to add a stylish flare to wardrobe basics.
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