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You probably know about the concept of ‘accent colors’ in home decor and you have certainly brought it into play when remodeling your living room. Have you ever consciously applied it to fashion?

The principle remains the same: use a basic canvas of neutral colors for the main piece of your outfit and add a splash of color in a shade of your choice or mix your favorite accent colors You can play with up to two accent colors as long as they blend well together.

Sometimes, the basic canvas already includes neutrals and one accent color. This could be an easy option for you if matching colors is not your strong point. This beautiful dress from the Rinascimento boutique that just opened at Place Montréal Trust is a perfect example. Start with the dress and opt for accessories in similar colors: try neutrals for subtle matches and/or an accent color to give your look a jolt.

In other cases, you’ll have to combine the colors and pieces yourself. After seeing a colleague wearing look #1, you have gained a new appreciation for pairing beige and yellow. Use it as a basic guide to create your own look. As a key piece, I suggest this perfectly-cut dress from Femme de Carrière to get noticed both at the office and at cocktail hour, a jean jacket from Only to add a downbeat touch and a yellow scarf with silver beads from Ardène to add bold style and color.