This year, vibrant colours are going to take a break, paving the way for subtle and earthy tones. If you are in India, greet the summer months with colours in your attire that are aesthetic, as well as soothing. For festivities, you can still take the bright and bold look, with neon shades.
So, what is holding you back from exploring the colour trends this year? Let us dive into the colours for this year, for your everyday dressing, festivities, and traditional affairs.
Top Colour Trends This Season
Terracotta – Also called rust, you can take the fashion game to another level with this colour. This earthy tone is making a splash everywhere. If you want to look expensive, without burning a hole in your pocket, this is it. You can wear the colour in midi dresses and maxi dresses, with white footwear. Choose satin evening wear for that oomph appeal. Better still, choose a terracotta salwar kameez for a wedding party, pairing the same with gold or copper sandals or heels.
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Tomato – This variety of red in muted shades will rule the ramps and everyday life in this year. From skirts to trousers, this colour will offer a sharp contrast, when paired with creamy beiges and whites. You can choose a long or short kurta, with beige and white trousers, while going to office. And if you are attending a party in the evening, choose tomato red lehenga, choli, or sharara.
Mustard Yellow – Another popular colour, that women can flaunt, is topping the colour trends chart for 2026. Radiating warmth and positivity, this earthy shade is surely minimalistic, but brings a lot of joy to the wearer and surroundings. You can wear the same in dresses, suits, shirts, and skirts, as well.
Olive Green – This is another earthy tone, which is the new neutral. You can flaunt it at office or socialise. From coats to cargo pants and silk ensembles, it will bring in calming vibes. Many brides are also choosing traditional sarees in olive green colours this year.
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Cloud Dancer – Wait! This is the colour we all have been waiting for. The COLOUR OF THE YEAR is ‘Cloud Dancer’. This is a natural dreamy shade of white, which has a calming influence. You can create the right fashion statement, by going bold with it. Get creative, and experiment with different textures and cuts, to make the most of it. This is going to give you a dreamy and sophisticated look. However, your dry cleaning bills will surely go up!
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Take Away…
So, these are the top colour trends for the sultry season ahead. Flaunt the best hues in tailored coats, gowns, lehengas, and resort wear. Tell us, how many heads turned your way, in the comments section.
Featured Image Credit – Photo by Rajat Sahu: (Free to use under Pexels content license) Published Date – January 11th, 2025
