Colour Crazy: 11 Ways to style rainbow wardrobe pieces

Multicolour Edit: 11 Ways to style rainbow wardrobe pieces

Winnie Tan

08 Feb 2017

Be inspired to create a wardrobe out of technicolour pieces with these impeccably chic streetstyle looks.

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Layer with denim
Make rainbow florals edgy by pairing a midi-length dress with a slightly oversized denim jacket and shiny black biker boots. Rainbow doesn't have to be overtly loud - tone it down with an ensemble like this.
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Statement crop top
For a chic and colourful, model-off-duty look, style a rainbow statement crop top like this one with simple, cropped black chinos. Multicoloured heeled boots and a fluffy teal ornament dangling off the bag adds a playful touch, complementing the whole look overall.
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Sequins
Definitely an eye-catching statement piece, tone down those potential Toddlers and Tiaras vibes and look exquisitely stylish with trendy thigh-high boots, a minimalistic top and coat. If you want to look haute couture, preferably in fur.
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Graphic rainbow
Pair a stunning multicoloured graphic dress with a matching scrunchie around a high bun for a fun, resort chic look. Add a basket wicker bag and platform oxfords for an interesting juxtaposition that people won't be able to take their eyes off off.
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Tassels
Tassels have been making a comeback since last season, so dress up an otherwise simple outfit with a burst of refreshing colours in the form of tassels. To warrant an extra secure strut, just ensure that you find tassels you won't trip over.
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Mock turtleneck
Take a note from the athleisure trend and pair your technicolour, mock turtleneck crop top with an anorak and boyfriend jeans. Dress your feet in some laid back sneakers for the perfect throwback 90s inspired look.
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Layer it twice
It's hard to style one rainbow piece, let alone two. But this look shows that styling two rainbow wardrobe pieces can look chic and sophisticated when done right. With a base shade of black, both pieces look cohesive instead of clashy.
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Rainbow update
Update a traditional dress silhouette with more muted, technicolour stripes. The pattern of vertical stripes is flattering on all body types and looks fashionable with a faux animal skin belt cinched at the waist.
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Flared midi skirt
Wear the rainbow with this contemporary, geometric flared midi skirt. Along with a simple leather clutch and pristine white sweater, look undeniably stylish with this look in your arsenal.
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Simply mini dress
When your dress is totally multicoloured, let your dress do the talking by simply pairing it with understated jewellery and solid coloured heeled boots. When everything else stays simple, you will look tastefully stylish instead of looking like that obnoxious kid on the block.
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Pleated maxi
Bask in the light of grace and elegance when you wear the rainbow in the form of a geometric, pleated maxi dress. Paired with a floor-length camel coat, the neutral shade heightens the level of chic and makes the entire outfit look eye-catching, not glaring.

Admittedly, rainbow wardrobe pieces can be a bit tricky to style. Mostly synonymous with juvenile fantasies of clouds and unicorns, reminiscent of My Little Pony and a whole range of Barbie movies, rainbow-coloured designs can get a bad rep for looking childish and immature. You may also shy away from the rainbow, fearing that you'll look like the tackiest amongst your stylish gal pals, and much less wear the rainbow to work.

So how do you style rainbow wardrobe pieces without looking like you're going to audition for the lead role in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat? Before you throw out that vintage multicoloured wrap dress, flick through the gallery for a collection of our favourite streetstyle looks and you'll become a maestro in wearing rainbow wardrobe pieces in no time.

Winnie Tan

Photos: Getty Images and ImaxTree

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