YELLOW is one of those shades that instantly calls to mind food. There's the deliciously comforting banana hue of Bird's Custard, the deeper shade of Colman's mustard and the exotic allure of saffron. Who knows, perhaps the likes of Bottega Veneta Chloé and Jil Sander were in the kitchen when they found inspiration, but one thing is certain - this season designers have got a serious case of yellow fever and the high street isn't far behind. Sadly, it's a colour that strikes fashion-fear into even the most sartorially savvy. We can just about get our heads around yellow worn with a deep tan during summer, but in winter it's just plain scary. In the past, yellow has unfairly been labelled difficult to wear; in fact, you just have to choose how you combine it with care.
There are a few simple rules to follow. If you wear yellow head to toe people will think you are off to a fancy dress party dressed as Big Bird. For the moment, the fashion emphasis is on wearing chic blocks of colour in your outfit, so look out for a mustard dress or top that you can pair with matching accessories.Wear your new purchases with this season's coolest colour, grey, or play it safe by accessorising with denim and black. But you don't have to pair it with neutrals: for a really edgy look, add shots of bold red, royal blue and purple. The best news is that yellow is an ongoing trend for spring 2012, so miss out at your peril.
