How Do You Style a Colourful Headscarf So the Print or Shade Adds Interest Without Competing With Every Other Part of the Outfit?

A colourful headscarf can be the easiest part of an outfit to love and the hardest part to style. The colour catches your eye, lifts a simple outfit and can make even familiar pieces feel fresh, but once you start getting dressed it is easy to wonder whether the rest of your clothes should match, contrast or disappear into the background. The simplest answer is to let the scarf lead without making every other part of the outfit compete with it.

If you searched for a colourful head scarf because you want more colour around your face without making the whole outfit feel busy, start by deciding what you want the scarf to do. It might be the main feature, one colour inside a tonal outfit, or the bridge between two colours you are already wearing. Once that role is clear, the rest of the styling becomes much easier. For broader advice on fabrics, drape, undercaps and everyday combinations, our complete hijab guide can help you build from the scarf outwards.

Start with the scarf, then make one decision at a time

A common mistake is trying to solve the entire outfit in one glance. You hold up a bright scarf, look at a wardrobe full of clothes and suddenly every colour feels wrong. Instead, begin with the scarf alone. Look at its dominant colour, any secondary colours and the overall mood. A scarf made from deep teal, rust and cream reads very differently from one made from hot pink, cobalt and orange, even if both could be described as colourful.

Ask yourself one practical question: what is the easiest colour in this scarf to repeat or support? It does not have to be the loudest shade. Often the quietest colour is the most useful. If a printed scarf contains berry, olive, sand and black, for example, a sand dress or olive outer layer may make the scarf feel more intentional than trying to find a top in the exact berry tone.

This is also where your own comfort matters. Some women enjoy a strong colour contrast around the face; others feel more themselves when the scarf is colourful but the outfit underneath is calm. Neither approach is more stylish. A good outfit is one that looks coherent and still feels like you when you leave the mirror behind.

Choose one anchor colour from a multicoloured scarf

When a scarf has several colours, you do not need to repeat all of them. Choosing one anchor colour is usually enough. The anchor gives the eye somewhere to connect the scarf to the outfit, so the whole look feels considered without becoming overly matched.

Imagine a floral scarf with plum, sage, cream and touches of dusty blue. You could wear it with a cream abaya and a plum bag, or a sage dress with neutral shoes, or a charcoal outfit that lets the scarf carry all the colour. Each version works because there is a simple visual relationship rather than an attempt to reproduce the entire print from head to toe.

The anchor can come from your clothing, but it can also be smaller. A handbag, cardigan, pair of shoes or even a subtle trim can echo one of the scarf colours. This is useful when you love a scarf but do not own clothing in any of its exact shades. One small repetition can be enough to make the colour look deliberate.

Use neutrals as breathing space, not as a rule

Neutrals are helpful with colourful scarves because they create breathing space. Black, cream, stone, taupe, chocolate, navy, grey and soft khaki can all act as a steady background. The important point is that “neutral” does not have to mean pale beige or black every time. A deep navy outfit can be a beautiful base for coral, aqua or mustard. Chocolate brown can soften pinks, warm greens and burnt orange. Charcoal can ground jewel tones without feeling as stark as black.

If you wear a very bright scarf, try a neutral outfit with enough texture to keep it interesting. A smooth scarf over a softly crinkled dress, a matte woven outer layer or a ribbed knit in colder weather gives the outfit depth even when the clothing colour is simple. This stops “neutral” from becoming “plain”.

It also helps to notice whether your neutral is warm or cool. Cream usually feels softer with terracotta, peach, olive and warm red, while cool grey can sit neatly with cobalt, lilac and blue-based pinks. You do not need a strict colour-analysis system; simply compare the pieces in natural daylight and see whether they look harmonious beside each other.

Try tonal dressing when you want colour without contrast

A colourful scarf does not always need a neutral outfit. Tonal dressing is one of the easiest ways to wear more colour while keeping the result calm. Choose clothing from the same broad colour family as one part of the scarf, then vary the depth rather than trying to match exactly.

For example, a scarf with forest green, moss and cream can sit beautifully over a muted sage or khaki outfit. A scarf with burgundy, rose and blush can work with a dusty mauve dress. A blue scarf containing navy, denim blue and pale sky tones can be worn with a deeper navy abaya or a slate-blue set.

The reason tonal dressing works is that the colours relate without looking copied. Slight differences in shade often make an outfit look richer than an exact head-to-toe match. If your scarf is emerald, you do not need an emerald dress. Deep bottle green, eucalyptus or even a blue-green teal may create a more natural combination.

Let one colour repeat lower in the outfit

If an outfit feels disconnected, repeat one scarf colour somewhere away from the face. This can be surprisingly effective. A rust detail in the scarf might appear again in a bag. A soft blue could return in trainers or a long cardigan. A muted pink might be picked up in a skirt or sleeve layer.

Keeping the repetition lower in the outfit prevents the upper half from becoming too concentrated with colour. It also creates balance from top to bottom. This is especially helpful with patterned scarves because the repeated colour acts like a visual thread through the look.

Do not worry if the shades are not identical. In fact, near-matches often look more relaxed. A scarf might contain a warm brick red while your bag is oxblood; they can still belong together. What matters is that the relationship makes sense when you see the full outfit, not whether the colour names on two product labels are the same.

Style printed headscarves by controlling the scale of everything else

A colourful printed scarf brings both colour and pattern, so it has more visual information than a plain scarf. You can keep the outfit easy by controlling the scale of other details. If the scarf has a large floral, abstract or geometric pattern, a mostly plain outfit gives it room. If you want to add another pattern, choose something quieter and make sure there is at least one colour connecting the two.

A fine pinstripe, tiny check or subtle woven texture can sometimes sit comfortably with a patterned scarf because it reads almost like a neutral from a distance. Two equally bold patterns, however, can compete unless you are intentionally building a maximal look. If you enjoy that stronger aesthetic, it helps to keep the silhouettes simple so the colour and pattern do the expressive work.

Scale matters around the face too. A scarf with a dense small print can look busier when folded into many layers. Letting more of the print show in a clean drape may actually make it feel calmer. A large print, on the other hand, changes depending on which section you place near the face, so rotate the scarf before wrapping to find the part of the pattern you like best.

When your outfit is patterned too, find a shared colour

Pattern with pattern can work beautifully when there is a shared colour. Suppose you have a striped dress in navy and cream and a scarf with blue, green and cream florals. The cream and blue connect the two patterns, even though the designs are different.

Another option is to separate the patterns physically. A patterned scarf, plain longline cardigan and patterned skirt can feel more balanced than placing both patterns directly beside each other. The plain layer acts as a pause.

If the combination still feels too busy, remove one extra element before changing the scarf. Often it is not the two patterns causing the problem but the additional statement bag, contrast shoes, jewellery or detailed outerwear. Editing one supporting piece can make the scarf and outfit work together immediately.

Balance bright colours with softer shapes and simple layers

Strong colour does not automatically create an overdone outfit. Sometimes what makes a look feel busy is the combination of bright colour, complicated layering, dramatic volume and several accessories at once. If the scarf is vivid, keeping the outfit shape clean can create balance.

A long straight-cut dress, simple abaya, relaxed co-ord or uncomplicated skirt-and-top combination gives a bright scarf a steady base. You can still layer for coverage and weather; the point is simply to avoid adding detail for the sake of detail. A clean long cardigan over a plain dress may support a bold scarf better than multiple contrasting layers.

The same applies to scarf styling. A bright colour can look refined in a simple drape. You do not need elaborate folds just because the scarf itself is eye-catching. A neat frame, secure placement and a fall that suits the fabric are often enough.

Pay attention to the colour that actually sits beside your face

With a multicoloured scarf, the shade nearest your face has the greatest effect on the overall look. A print may contain six colours, but if the fold around your forehead and cheeks is mostly deep green, that green becomes the dominant facial frame. Rotating or refolding the scarf can bring a different section forward without changing any other part of the outfit.

This is useful when you love a print but one part feels too intense near your complexion. Instead of deciding the scarf “does not suit you”, try another orientation. Move the lighter section towards the face, let the brighter area fall over the shoulder, or use an undercap colour that softens the transition.

Natural daylight is useful here because indoor bulbs can change how colours appear. A scarf that looks very warm under yellow lighting may be cooler outdoors. Before ruling out an outfit, check it near a window or in daylight if you can.

Use the scarf fabric to decide how much colour you see

Fabric changes the visual strength of colour. A matte woven scarf often makes a bold shade feel more grounded, while a satin-like finish can make the same colour look brighter because it catches light. Chiffon can create softer colour where layers overlap, and a more opaque fabric may hold a print at full intensity from every angle.

This matters when you are choosing how to drape. With a sheer or semi-sheer scarf, doubling fabric around the head can deepen the colour. With a dense printed scarf, extra folds can concentrate several colours in a small area. Try styling with the minimum number of folds needed for the coverage and security you prefer, then add more only if the shape benefits from it.

Volume also changes the balance. If the scarf is colourful and very full around the shoulders, a simpler outer layer can prevent the upper half from feeling heavy. If the scarf is lightweight and narrow, you may have more freedom to use texture or structure in the clothing without creating visual clutter.

Build an everyday outfit around one colourful scarf

For everyday wear, the easiest formula is usually a colourful scarf plus a dependable base you already know is comfortable. That might be a black abaya, a navy maxi dress, a taupe co-ord, a denim skirt with a long top, or a simple modest dress with trainers. The scarf then adds freshness without forcing you to reinvent the whole wardrobe.

Consider a scarf with cobalt, cream and green. With a navy dress and white trainers, it feels bright but practical. With a stone abaya and tan bag, it feels lighter and more relaxed. With a deep green cardigan over a cream dress, it becomes more tonal. The same scarf can create several moods depending on which part of the palette you support.

For busy mornings, take a photo when you find a combination that works. Building a small album of scarf-and-outfit pairings saves time later and helps you notice which neutrals and anchor colours do the most work in your wardrobe.

Make work or study outfits feel polished without losing colour

Colour can work perfectly well in a polished work or study outfit. The easiest approach is to keep the clothing lines clean and the number of colours controlled. A colourful scarf with a navy, charcoal, chocolate or stone outfit can look purposeful rather than casual, especially when the bag and shoes are simple.

If the scarf contains a strong accent such as red or cobalt, you do not have to repeat it in a large garment. A small echo in a notebook cover, bag or shoe is enough, and even that is optional. Often the scarf can be the only vivid element.

For a more formal environment, fabric can influence the impression as much as colour. A scarf that drapes neatly and stays in place throughout the day will usually look more polished than one you need to keep adjusting. Choose the texture and styling method that lets you move, sit and work without constantly thinking about it.

Style a colourful headscarf for an occasion without matching everything

For weddings, Eid gatherings, dinners or other special occasions, it can be tempting to match the scarf exactly to the dress, bag and shoes. A more relaxed approach often looks richer. Choose one relationship and let the other accessories stay supportive.

If your dress is a deep plum, for example, a scarf containing plum, rose and muted gold can connect beautifully without being an exact block of the same colour. If the dress itself has embroidery or embellishment, look for a scarf that echoes one quieter shade rather than competing with every decorative detail.

A plain colourful scarf can also be an occasion piece. Jewel tones such as deep emerald, sapphire, burgundy or aubergine can feel special when paired with an elegant neutral outfit. The occasion feeling does not have to come from glitter, heavy embellishment or complicated wrapping; colour, fabric and a clean silhouette can do enough.

Use denim as a relaxed neutral

Denim is one of the easiest partners for colour because blue behaves almost like a neutral in casual outfits. A long denim skirt, loose denim overshirt or modest denim dress can sit comfortably with scarves in coral, mustard, green, pink, rust or mixed prints.

The wash changes the mood. Light denim tends to feel fresh with pastels, clear brights and white-based prints. Mid-blue works with almost anything. Dark indigo can support jewel tones and richer autumn shades. If you already wear denim regularly, a colourful scarf is a low-effort way to change the look without buying a completely new outfit.

Keep the rest practical: a long plain top, simple trainers or flats, and a bag in tan, cream, black or another quiet tone. The colour remains noticeable, but the overall outfit still feels easy.

Think seasonally without putting colours into strict boxes

You can wear any colour at any time of year, but season can help you decide what to pair it with. In spring and summer, brighter scarves often feel effortless with cream, white, stone, light denim, soft khaki and breathable-looking textures. A scarf with turquoise, coral and yellow can feel especially fresh against a simple light base.

In autumn and winter, the same scarf can work with deeper companions. Swap cream for chocolate, stone for charcoal, or light denim for indigo. A bright pink scarf that feels playful with white in summer can look rich with burgundy or cocoa in colder months.

This is useful if you want to get more wear from scarves you already own. Rather than labelling a print as “summer” or “winter”, change the surrounding colours and textures. The scarf can move through the year while the supporting wardrobe does the seasonal work.

Pair warm and cool colours by looking for a bridge

Warm and cool colours do not have to be separated. A scarf can contain coral and blue, rust and teal, or pink and olive, and those contrasts are often what make it interesting. If you are unsure how to carry that mix into an outfit, look for a bridge colour.

A bridge is a shade that sits comfortably with both sides of the palette. Cream can soften warm coral and cool blue. Navy can anchor mustard and lilac. Olive can work with rust and dusty pink. Taupe can sit between warm browns and cooler mauves.

You can also let the scarf be the bridge itself. A cool-toned blue dress with a warm tan bag may feel disconnected until a printed scarf contains both blue and camel. Suddenly the combination looks intentional because the scarf visually connects them.

Do not let “matching” become the only goal

Exact matching can be satisfying, but it is only one styling tool. If every piece is the same shade, the outfit can sometimes lose depth. Mixing related colours, different values and complementary neutrals often makes a colourful scarf easier to wear repeatedly.

Suppose your scarf has a strong raspberry tone. You could match it with a raspberry dress, but you could also try charcoal, espresso, navy, dusty rose, olive or cream. Each option changes the character of the scarf.

This is especially important when shopping. You do not need to buy a new dress every time you buy a scarf. Before adding something new, test the scarf with three existing outfits: one neutral, one tonal and one slightly contrasting. You may find it already has far more possibilities than expected.

Keep accessories quiet when the scarf is doing enough

Accessories can support a colourful scarf, but they do not all need to repeat its palette. If the scarf is already the focal point, a simple bag and shoes can create a clean finish. Tan, black, cream, chocolate, metallic neutrals or a colour already present in the outfit are usually easy choices.

If you enjoy jewellery, think about placement. Earrings may not be visible depending on how you cover, while a watch, ring or bracelet can add detail lower down without crowding the face. A brooch or scarf pin, if you use one, can be functional first and decorative second.

For glasses, the frame itself becomes part of the colour story around your face. Neutral frames usually disappear into the outfit, while coloured frames create another accent. Neither is wrong; simply notice whether the frame and scarf are both asking for attention in the same small area.

When the outfit itself is colourful, reduce the number of competing focal points

A colourful scarf can absolutely work with colourful clothing. The trick is not necessarily to reduce colour but to reduce competition. If you are wearing a rust dress with an olive cardigan, a scarf that contains both tones can tie the combination together. If you are wearing a cobalt dress, a scarf with cobalt plus one contrasting accent can feel intentional.

What tends to make a look feel chaotic is several unrelated saturated colours with no connection. You can fix that by repeating one shade, adding a neutral layer, or choosing a scarf whose print contains colours already present in the outfit.

Another useful method is to vary intensity. If the outfit is strongly coloured, choose a scarf that contains softer versions of those shades. If the outfit is muted, the scarf can hold the brightest note. The contrast in intensity creates hierarchy, so the eye knows where to settle.

Use white and cream to make colour feel lighter

Light neutrals create a very different effect. White, ivory, ecru, oatmeal and cream can make a colourful scarf feel fresh and open. They are particularly useful when a print has a light background because the scarf seems to flow naturally into the outfit.

Be aware that the undertone of the light neutral matters. A bright optic white can make cool blues and clear pinks look crisp, while a creamy ivory may flatter earthy oranges, olive and warm reds. Again, you do not need technical rules. Place the scarf next to the garment and notice whether the combination looks clear or slightly muddied.

Light bases also make it easy to bring in a darker bag, shoe or outer layer for balance. A cream dress with a colourful scarf and chocolate accessories, for instance, gives you colour without losing structure.

Consider the back and side view, not only the front

When you style a scarf in the mirror, it is easy to focus only on the face. But a colourful print may fall very differently over the shoulders and back. Before leaving, check the full silhouette from the side and, if possible, the back. You may notice that a large section of one colour dominates once the scarf is draped.

This matters when the scarf is long or when one end falls over a contrasting outer layer. A small adjustment in length can distribute the print more evenly. It can also help you check whether the scarf remains secure and whether the coverage you want stays in place as you move.

A useful styling test is to walk, sit, turn your head and put on your coat or bag. An outfit is only truly successful if it still works after you stop standing still in front of the mirror.

Let outerwear join the colour story

Coats, trench coats, cardigans and jackets are often forgotten until the last minute, yet they can cover most of the outfit once you leave home. If you are styling a colourful scarf for a day out, put the outerwear on before deciding the combination is finished.

A camel coat can warm up scarves with rust, green, cream and burgundy. Navy outerwear can ground bright blue, pink or yellow. A grey coat can cool down jewel tones. A black coat will usually create the strongest contrast.

If your coat is already a statement colour, treat it like another main garment. Choose a scarf that either shares one of its tones or contains enough neutral space to stop the two pieces fighting. The scarf does not need to match the coat, but there should be some visual conversation between them.

Give yourself simple outfit formulas for days when you do not want to think

A few repeatable formulas can make colourful scarves much easier to wear. You can adapt these to your own wardrobe and coverage preferences:

• Colourful printed scarf + dark neutral dress + simple trainers: easy for errands, study or casual days.
• Bright plain scarf + cream or stone abaya + tan accessories: fresh, calm and uncomplicated.
• Multicoloured scarf + outfit in one quiet scarf colour: cohesive without exact matching.
• Colourful scarf + denim + long neutral layer: relaxed and practical.
• Jewel-tone scarf + black, navy or chocolate outfit + minimal accessories: polished for an evening or occasion.
• Soft printed scarf + tonal dress + darker outerwear: useful when you want colour but not strong contrast.

These formulas are not rules. Their value is that they reduce decision fatigue. Once you know which shape works for you, changing the scarf colour can make the same basic outfit feel different many times over.

Know what to remove when the outfit feels too busy

When an outfit feels “too much”, do not immediately blame the colourful scarf. Look for the element that is creating unnecessary competition. It may be a patterned bag, a contrast cardigan, a very detailed shoe or several visible layers in different colours.

Try removing one statement element at a time. First simplify the accessories. If that is not enough, switch one garment to a neutral. If the scarf still feels overwhelming, adjust the drape so less of the print is concentrated around the face. This step-by-step approach is more useful than rebuilding the entire outfit from scratch.

Sometimes the issue is not colour at all but proportion. A voluminous scarf, oversized coat, wide skirt and large tote can make the silhouette feel heavy even in neutral shades. Simplifying one shape may solve what initially looked like a colour problem.

Avoid the exact-match trap

Trying to find an exact match can make styling frustrating. Colours change between fabrics, finishes and lighting. A satin burgundy may reflect light differently from a matte burgundy dress, so two pieces that seemed identical online can look unrelated in person.

Instead of demanding an exact match, aim for harmony. Put deep red with berry, dusty pink with mauve, teal with navy, mustard with camel, or olive with khaki. The slight variation creates dimension and makes the outfit look less forced.

If you do have an exact matching set and love it, wear it. The point is simply that matching should be an option rather than a requirement. A colourful scarf becomes far more versatile when you allow neighbouring shades to count.

Be careful with colour advice that ignores fabric and lighting

Online colour combinations can be useful inspiration, but they cannot show exactly how your scarf will behave in real life. A photograph may be edited, a screen may shift the hue, and fabric sheen can change the colour once you move.

Whenever possible, test the complete outfit in the light you will actually wear it in. If it is for a daytime event, check daylight. If it is for an evening occasion, look at it under indoor lighting too. A scarf with metallic thread or satin shine can change dramatically between the two.

This is also why personal experimentation matters more than a rigid list of “colours that go together”. Your wardrobe has its own fabrics, textures and undertones. The combinations that look best are the ones that work on your actual clothes, not only on a colour chart.

Build a small colour map of your own wardrobe

If you often buy colourful scarves but struggle to wear them, take ten minutes to identify the colours already repeated in your wardrobe. You may discover that most of your clothes fall into navy, black, cream, olive and brown, for example. Those shades become your personal styling base.

When you consider a new scarf, ask whether it works with at least two or three of those base colours. A scarf with olive, rust and cream would probably integrate easily. A neon print with no connection to your existing clothing might still be fun, but you will know it requires more deliberate styling.

This simple wardrobe map can reduce impulse purchases and help you choose scarves that bring new colour without becoming isolated pieces. The goal is not to make every scarf “practical”; it is to understand how it will earn its place.

Choose colour according to the mood you want

Colour can change the mood of a familiar outfit. A red or cobalt scarf can make a neutral dress feel energetic. Sage, dusty blue or muted rose can soften it. Emerald, plum and deep teal can add richness. A mixed print can make the same base outfit feel more relaxed and expressive.

Thinking in moods can be easier than thinking in rules. Before getting dressed, decide whether you want the outfit to feel calm, bright, polished, earthy, soft or playful. Then choose the scarf and supporting colours that move in that direction.

This approach also stops you from judging colourful scarves as “too loud” in isolation. A vivid scarf may be exactly right when the rest of the outfit is quiet and you want one confident note.

Make security and comfort part of the styling decision

A scarf can look perfectly coordinated and still be the wrong choice for the day if it slips, feels too warm or needs constant adjustment. Styling should include how the scarf behaves when you move.

If a smooth colourful scarf needs more grip, use the undercap, magnets, pins or wrapping method you normally trust, provided they are comfortable for you. If a thicker scarf becomes bulky, reduce unnecessary folds. If a lightweight scarf moves in wind, choose a more secure drape before leaving rather than relying on repeated adjustments later.

Comfort affects confidence. When you are not worrying about the scarf shifting, you are more likely to enjoy the colour and forget about the outfit once you are out living your day.

How to decide in under two minutes

When you need a quick answer, use this sequence:

1. Choose the scarf. Decide whether it is the focal point or part of a tonal look.
2. Find one anchor. Pick one colour from the scarf, or choose a neutral that supports it.
3. Keep the base simple. Start with one main garment or outfit colour.
4. Add outerwear. Check that your coat or cardigan works with the palette.
5. Edit accessories. If the outfit already has enough colour, keep the bag and shoes quiet.
6. Check the face frame. Rotate the scarf if another section of the print looks better near your face.
7. Move. Sit, walk and turn your head to make sure the styling stays comfortable and secure.

If the outfit passes those seven checks, it is probably finished. You do not need to keep adding details simply because there is space to add them.

Frequently asked questions about styling a colourful headscarf

What colours go best with a colourful headscarf?

There is no single best colour. Start with one shade already present in the scarf or use a calm neutral such as navy, cream, taupe, chocolate, charcoal or black. The most useful choice is the one that supports the scarf without making the outfit feel crowded. Tonal shades can also work beautifully when you want a softer, more blended result.

Can you wear a colourful headscarf with a patterned outfit?

Yes. Look for at least one shared colour between the scarf and the outfit, and vary the scale of the patterns so they do not compete equally. A bold scarf can work with a fine stripe, subtle check or small print. If the combination still feels busy, add a plain layer or simplify the bag, shoes and other accessories.

How do you style a bright headscarf without looking overdone?

Let the bright scarf be the main focal point and keep the clothing shape, layers and accessories relatively simple. A dark or soft neutral outfit is an easy base, but tonal colour can work too. A clean scarf drape often looks more balanced than many folds when the colour itself is already strong.

Should your headscarf match your clothes exactly?

No. Exact matching is optional rather than necessary. Related shades often look more natural and give the outfit depth, such as berry with burgundy, teal with navy or olive with khaki. You can also choose one small colour from a printed scarf and repeat it elsewhere while leaving the rest of the outfit neutral.

What neutral colours work with a colourful headscarf?

Black, navy, charcoal, cream, stone, taupe, chocolate, camel and soft khaki are all useful options. Choose according to the effect you want: darker neutrals usually make bright colours look stronger, while cream and lighter neutrals can make them feel fresher and softer. The scarf fabric and lighting can also change how the combination reads.

How can you make a colourful headscarf look more formal?

Choose a tidy, secure drape and pair the scarf with clothing that has clean lines and a controlled palette. Jewel tones, refined prints and tonal combinations can all feel formal without needing heavy embellishment. Keep bags, shoes and other details coordinated but understated so the colour looks intentional rather than crowded.

Colour works best when it feels like yours

The easiest way to style a colourful headscarf is not to memorise dozens of colour rules. Give the scarf a clear role, choose one anchor, leave enough visual breathing space and make sure the outfit still works when you add your coat, bag and real-life movement. Some days that will mean a bright print over an all-neutral outfit. Other days it will mean layers of green, blue, rose or another colour family you enjoy.

The more you experiment with the clothes you already own, the easier colour becomes. Take note of the combinations that make you feel comfortable and put-together, save photos of successful outfits and let near-matches count. A colourful scarf should open up your wardrobe, not make getting dressed feel harder.