Brighten up, style enthusiasts! 2012 has designers breaking away from black well before the first trace of Spring and we love it! Think new year, new look as you breathe bright, dramatic life in to your wardrobe with colorful tops, pants, dresses, accessories and shoes. For a fresh, stand-out look pair these splashy pieces with your favorite staples through the rest of Winter and then mix and match them together when you see the first blooms of Spring. With such bright style ideas, you can color me fashionable!

1. Coach Madison Quilted Chevron Nylon, $178 US

2. H&M Dress, $29.95

3.  Zara Pointed Buckshin Court Shoe, $60

4. J.Crew Toothpick Jean in Garment-dyed Twill, $126 US

5. Jacob Three-button Blazer, $129

6. BCBG MaxAzria Royale Watch, $115 US

7. Tommy Hilfiger Plastic Oversized Sunglasses, $128 US

8. Willow Draped Silk-Tulle Skirt, $825 US, available at Net-a-Porter.

By: Elizabeth Pryde, Vancouver

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