WGSN’s 2022 Colour of the Year, Orchid Flower, is a magenta pink that ironically isn’t for the wallflower.

Inspired by the tropical orchid plant, this high octane hue covered the SS22 catwalks and is here to bring a bold energy to your wardrobe this season. Spotted from Versace to Alexander McQueen and on the streets from Paris to London, magenta pink will be hot next season too, with Valentino’s AW22 show consisting of 48 entirely pink looks – so you can buy now, wear now and continue be on trend next season.

If you’re keen to adopt hot pink into your own wardrobe, look to Jacquemus for inspiration – who’s favoured pink for the last few seasons (how can we forget that hot pink runway) with his cropped cardigans and holiday-friendly pieces – or shop highstreet hits from Zara for fun injections of colour. Here’s 24 pieces to kick start brighter days ahead.

A hot pink coat will see you through chillier days and is an investment piece that’ll stand out alongside your monochrome staples. Oversized fits continue to reign supreme but buy in wool for warmth, whether double-breasted or belted.

If you’re feeling brave, pair your pink with another bold shade like green – a juxtaposition of colours that takes colour-blocking to new heights. Style with crisp white for a more user friendly outfit or inject a bold accessory into a monochrome look if you’re not ready to fully commit.

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