Since the colder weather settled in, I’ve yet to get comfortable with my wardrobe.

I’m going crazy with layers, and wearing absolutely anything as long as it’s long and warm. I’m doing less style – more survival. And it’s time to shake it off already!

I need to inject some colour and life back into my winter wardrobe, and this gorgeous (discounted to £30) Poppy Print Dress from Lipsy has inpired me!

Yes, ok, so part of it is black, but that ingenious addition of bold and bright flowers that appear to be creeping up the hem; really sets it apart, and sets you up to introduce some real colour!

The obvious choice would be red; but by picking out a lesser colour, you can change the focus on the pattern entirely, and keep things interesting.

The purple in the print is stunning shade, so I thought I’d really make it pop with a pair of hyper-bright violet suede heels from Shudoo at £50. This colour is unstoppable this season, and a pair of statement heels like these can be dressed up or down effortlessly.

You could slip on a pair of black stockings to keep out the cold with these heels, for a quirky look.

To carry through the purple, and re-introduce black into the accessories, Nicole Richie’s House of Harlow Purple Resin and Black Stone earrings, £40, are the perfect fit, while a black clutch with a hint of gold brings the look together. This oversized style from Dorothy Perkins has a great faux-snakeskin look, and it’s just £12 – the bargain of the outfit!

It’s easy to add some colour – all it takes is one item to give you your starting point; and you’re off!

Tags: Colour