The bright summer colours are back again this year and luckily Pantone has kindly graced us with the colours of the season. In 2023 get ready to embrace the vibrant and electrifying colours of Pantone’s sensational summer palette! As the temperature rises and the sun starts to finally let off some heat over the UK, it’s time to start infusing your wardrobe with a pop of lively hues to compliment the muted staples of everyday life. These include fiery reds all the way through to sunny sky blues all with life bursting out from within the undertones.
So get styling! If you want any advice on how to style these glorious colours read on to find out.

Bright Reds
Beautiful red, orange and yellow tones are coming to brighten up any outfit. These fiery reds usually saved for a night out are coming out of the dark to bring the vibes of summer picnics and fruit to your day. Think watermelon, cherries, and the inevitable strawberry daiquiris that seem to get handed out every year as soon as someone says they have a blender…or maybe that’s just us. Either way these luscious reds are sure to heat up any look.
You can style these reds and oranges easily with the pairing of the beetroot purple colour or perhaps blue and orange is more your vibe. Colour blocking is your friend with these colours, try accents or accessories; this is because they are such stand out colours it’s best to balance them if you don’t want to go for a monochrome stand out look (if you do then rock it).

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Barbie Pinks
\With Greta Gerwig's Barbie so massively anticipated this summer season it is no surprise that pinks of all shades are in all spring and summer long. If you want to rock the Margo Robbie vibe this summer look no further than the energetic burst of colour from the range of pinks suggested for this season's holiday fun. This electrifying selection embodies the playful spirit of summer. Think about sipping on a fruity cocktail and dancing the night away. Whether it's a daring dress or some statement earrings, let your outfits turn heads with these colours.
To style these shades we suggest pairing with the vibrancy of the green. Or if anyone is brave enough and we pray that you guys are, try a monochrome look in these pinks, trust us!

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Warm Greens
Greens have been seen throughout these past few years and are becoming a regular mention in summer wardrobes. This summer it seems warm grassy greens are what to search for in order to make your outfit pop.Immerse yourself in the verdant greens of summer, envisioning lush forests and grassy fields. Lush green breathes life into any space whether that's through a potted plant or an incredible dress. This colour reminds us of the importance of connecting with nature and embracing the life that green pours into all spaces.
Consider styling this with some pink accessories or shoes, or perhaps a sky blue accent if the outfit allows for it.

Summer Blues
Although this sounds like a cheesy folk song, summer-y blues are in all summer long. With the rising trend of quiet luxury these navy and sky blue colours are most likely to keep becoming more and more popular. Think about sailing in Greece and relaxing at your beach house. Now I know I definitely don't have either of those things but these colours will make you look and feel like you do. So if you feel like living through a Mama Mia summer or exploring the ‘Costal Granddaughter’ trend then let these colours be your guide.
Try them out with some quick accents of pink for a classic pairing or perhaps with the more muted hues for an understated but still equally as gorgeous look.


Beautiful Muted Tones
With all these bright colours for summer sometimes it's good to focus on more quiet, muted tones. These neutral colours have been popular for a couple of years now and that shows no sign of stopping as they were seen all across the runways from Valentino to Victoria Beckham. The fact these only seem to be rising in popularity means some of them may as well already be in your wardrobe making it easy to style and revamp your clothes ready for the season ahead.
Think about pairing these with the brighter colours to really make them pop or perhaps you want a more simple aesthetic, in which case we suggest mixing and matching these shades to get your dream 2023 wardrobe.

The Pantone summer colours for 2023 are a vibrant mix of optimism, playfulness, and serenity. They encourage us to embrace the joy of the season, let loose, and enjoy life to the fullest. So, whether you're planning a beach getaway, attending a summer festival, or simply basking in the sun at your local park, make sure to incorporate these fantastic hues into your summer adventures! So look through your wardrobe and see what you have in stock to revamp and rewear this year. If nothing comes to mind there’s always the Second Hand Styling studio here to help you out with swapping and styling your perfect 2023 summer wardrobe. If you want to learn more about colour and clothes don’t hesitate to check out our other blogs on colour care and how to make clothes more expensive.