Rainbow Clothes Are Here To Tell Us That Hibernation Is Officially Over – It’s Time To Go Out Again

If you want to throw your weight behind the assertion that things are indeed looking brighter, then now would be a good time get a jumpstart on this spring’s rainbow trend. Bold, block colours – the more, the merrier – deliver the message loud and clear: hibernation is over.

And honestly, it couldn’t come a better time. These look-at-me pieces are the perfect tonic to the past twelve months of drab and grey and generally ‘meh’ clothes. It’s Joseph’s dream coat whisked up with an attitude of swagger and confidence, while also proudly encompassing the inclusive symbolism and celebratory spirit of the rainbow flag.

If you’re wondering how to wear the rainbow trend, take colour master Christopher John Rogers as your starting point. His graphic knits (Yves Klein blue, fire engine red, highlighter yellow and more all happily co-exist together) are the perfect mix of impact and ease. Julia Garner was a knockout in one of the ribbed knit dresses at the Critics’ Choice Awards and two of them take centre stage in Net-A-Porter’s new season ‘Ready to Wear?’ campaign. Yes, is very much the answer.

Also for your radar: Robert Wun. The London-based designer’s AW21 collection features utilitarian pieces in a full Skittles bag of shades. And proof this isn’t just a summer trend, Carolina Herrera’s Wes Gordon also proposed mutil-coloured stripes on ball skirts for next season. Just add a white T-shirt and you’re good to go.

Perhaps you’re hankering after a more bohemian look this summer. If so, good news, you can tick two trends in one thanks to the colourful crochet pieces doing the rounds right now. They exude the escapist, hot-days-warm-nights, sand-and-beaches vibes we’ve all been missing. Look at Gal Gadot’s luxe Gabriela Hearst dress for inspiration. Exotic vibes are also coming in strong at Versace where shell prints and super-low-slung skirts are scorching hot. Meanwhile, the dream party look (and, yes, you are allowed many this summer) is Ludovic De Saint Sernin’s chainmail mini dress. It would be rude to wear that and not stay out til dawn.

Another win for the rainbow look? If you’re already inclined towards the high-octane end of the spectrum then you might not need to buy anything new at all. Just dig out your most vibrant pieces and wear them all at once – they deserve an outing after a year being hidden away.

SHOP: Rainbow Buys To Brighten Your Day (And Wardrobe)

READ MORE: Getting Crafty: Here's Why Folklore Fashion Is Already Spring's Hottest Trend