If you can’t dress for a surge of serotonin in summer, then when can you? Not only is everyone in a good mood when the sun comes out, but your wardrobe can be too with mood-boosting summer dressing.
From bold colour blocking combinations, stand out printed dresses to neon accessories, serotonin styling is all about having fun with your style to bring you joy.
1. Go big with a stand out dress
We all love a throw on and go outfit, and what better way than a colourful summer dress. Go big with loud oversized florals, big prints and dramatic colour combinations. Take happy dressing to the next level with a fun silhouette with trending smock, tea dress and cut out dresses. Combining a happy colour that makes you feel free, with a playful silhouette in mini, midi or maxi styles is a great way to not only brighten your day, but also everyone else’s. The Raya Mini Dress In Blotch Bloom Navy from www.dancingleopard.co.uk is a great combination of bold style and dynamic silhouette.
- Use accessories to add a pop
If you just want to dip into the world of mood-boosting styling then a statement accessory is a great way to add a pop of happiness to any outfit. If you want to start small, a hair clip or scrunchie in a neon or bright colour is the perfect place to start. Other suggestions for when you are stepping out into colourful dressing include fun socks, handbags, belts and shoes. Adding these colour block accessories to a minimalist black, white, or neutral outfit can add a pop of colour and elevate an outfit.
- A statement bag can lift any outfit
A bag has always been a way to add the finishing touch to any outfit, and with summer outings, dining al fresco and picnics in the park, a bag is an everyday essential. A colourful bag or loud colour block bag in pinks, blues, greens and yellow can uplift any outfit, whether it’s day or night. For day time dressing choose a large beach or tote bag in a single bright colour for a dramatic impact. For nights out and holidays, a small shoulder or clutch bag with a fun texture and colour combo is a versatile choice to pair with any outfit.
- Colour blocking two pieces
One of the easiest ways to colour block is using two pieces and co-ords outfits. This can be done by wearing a top and bottom that are either the same bold tone, or contrasting/complimenting colours. Examples of complimenting/ contrasting colours include red and pink, blues and yellow and yellow and pink. This serotonin statement is not for the faint hearted but when done correctly it can boost everyone’s mood.
