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“Go gray!” – That is the message that fashion houses jointly send us for this upcoming season. Yes, many experts have always told us to wear bright and peppy colours instead of the dull shades, when the climate turns cold. But big designer brands retorted saying, “Who said grey was dull”?

The Fall Collection for winter 2014-15 have hit the runways, making a glorified appearance of winter wear for men and woman; and it’s time to draw lessons from them. Before cuts and styles, colours are important, and there are certain shades and tones that have made a mark. The hues are aplenty, but conglomerating them into certain colour groups can essentially help you pick out the right options.

The Top 4 Colour Palettes

Here is a categorised palette that will help you choose the right styles in lovely hues and shades for the winter season, especially when you are doing your online  shopping. 1.      Aluminium to Grey – A Stunning Trend

These shades range from stunning dark to subtle light, and have dominated the collection in many designers’ fashion shows like, Stella McCartney, Michael Kors, Nina Ricci and Chanel to name a few. The many fashion giants have made this shade their own coming out with incredible and impressive cuts for daily wears and party attires. They have all proved that grey has more than 50 shades. For instance, Hermes collection used a minimalistic approach and accentuated elongated coats with a grey element. Veteran designer Louis Vuitton used the colour for designs and patterns in coats, dresses and tops, in a classic and chic manner in his winter wear for women. Miu Miu created a preset with lively yellow, where jackets with interesting textures were adorned with these colours.

1. 2.      Blue – With Enigma

Blue, and particularly the dark navy shade is an impressive colour to pack in this season, and it also managed to have a reflection in many designers’ work in a unique manner. Miu Miu used the shade in shimmery textures that translates to a reflection of sporty chic. Paul & Joe used abstracted patterns to create an ethereal effect. Valentino crafted a mysterious floor length gowns and over coats that were intriguing. The shade combined with black had great results as well, just like Stella McCartney showcased in her pieces. Outside the navy line, other significant shades like royal blue and bright cobalt made designer cuts look magnificent and luxurious. So try looking for this family of colours when shopping for winter wear for women online. 

1. 3.      Shimmery Golden – The Royal Look

Talking about magnificent and luxurious, extravagant pieces adorned in golden shades and textures cannot be over looked. Saint Laurent was the designer who created a line that best exemplifications this family of shades. Other designers were known to use them in combos of black and gold to create exquisite patterns. The interesting and intriguing golden patterns that Dolce & Gabbana made use of was also remarkable.

1. 4.      Red – With Passion

Red is a colour that cannot be left out when it comes to fashion trends. However, not all the hues make the list. Aurora and Sangria are the two notes that stand out; for the designers have used them in ways that give a glamorous and sparkling feel to their collection. Many have created collections with these tones, but what stands out is those who fused them with sassy and feminine garments, such as Chanel, Kenzo, Roland Mouret, Dolce & Gabbana, Elie Saab, Christian Dior and Givenchy to name a few.