Soon enough things will be heating up, as the birds start chirping, and the sun continues to shine. Yes, spring is just around the corner and the colours of the rainbow begin to shine bright and influence us again.

Already, retail stores are stocking their shelves with all the electric shades this upcoming season has to offer.

Colours in fashion tend to reflect what is going on in the world. With a lot of emphasis on the rapidly changing environment and nature, yellow, green and gold will be vividly strong, bold accents this spring/summer.

Whites and neutrals have traces of colour and are here and there accompanied by real colours. Brilliant bold need the neutrals or they move into each others direction and influence each other, as opposed to standing alone.

Fabrics that have been specially treated to create texture and dimension, layering effects, or that have been subject to special washing or dyeing processes keep inspiring us. These effects add character in many ways and enhance the colour and feel of a garment.

Mixing and matching patterns is also a hit this spring, as colours clash with prints and that's the whole point. This encourages originality and depicts a style all your own. You can let your true colours shine in any combination you feel great in.

Costume jewelry is not just for playing ‘dress up' anymore. Big, bold accessories are everywhere and the nautical theme is back with a vengeance this year. Sailor stripes, gold chains and red accents are going to be a very popular crisp polished look.

Accessories are everything and are often used to let the outfit ‘pop'. If your look is soft and neutral, bright lips and an equally sexy pair of shoes and handbag is a great way to keep an original outfit evolving with colour.

Whatever your personal style, let it do all the talking this year. With all of your colours shining bright, welcome a new season and a new you.