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Blocked Brights

If this season's pastel shades are too sweet for you, then spring 12’s technicolour shade parade is for you.
By ELLE UK and None

If you find this season’s pastel shades too sweet, you like your style to pop, then spring 12’s technicolour shade parade is for you. Hold on tight because this colour spectrum is not for the faint hearted with flagrant primary shades opposing unashamedly with acid brights, and flashes of clashing colour brazenly dividing dresses in two . Whether you’re shopping high street or designer, say goodbye to grey days and channel your inner rainbow.

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<p>Diane von Furstenberg 'Rita' skirt, £222, at Matches Fashion</p><p><a href="http://shopping.elleuk.com/browse/skirts?fts=diane+von+furstenberg">BUY NOW</a></p>pinterest
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Diane von Furstenberg 'Rita' skirt, £222, at Matches Fashion

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<p>Marc by Marc Jacobs block party ‘New Kid on the block’ bag in fresh grass, £160, for stockists call 0207 408 7050</p>pinterest
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Marc by Marc Jacobs block party ‘New Kid on the block’ bag in fresh grass, £160, for stockists call 0207 408 7050

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<p>Richard Nicoll cut-out dress, £385, at <a href="http://www.start-london.com/green-silk-cut-out-dress.html">Start London</a></p>pinterest
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Richard Nicoll cut-out dress, £385, at Start London

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<p>Comme des Garcons super fluro leather pouch, £94, at <a href="http://www.my-wardrobe.com/">my-wardrobe.com</a></p>pinterest
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Comme des Garcons super fluro leather pouch, £94, at my-wardrobe.com

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<p>Roksanda Ilincic 'Remy' color-block wool-crepe gown, £815, at Net-a-Porter</p><p><a href="http://shopping.elleuk.com/browse?fts=roksanda">BUY NOW</a></p>pinterest
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Roksanda Ilincic 'Remy' color-block wool-crepe gown, £815, at Net-a-Porter

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<p>Christopher Kane neon mini skirt, £345, at Matches Fashion</p><p><a href="http://shopping.elleuk.com/browse/skirts?fts=christopher+kane">BUY NOW</a></p>pinterest
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Christopher Kane neon mini skirt, £345, at Matches Fashion

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<p>Moschino Cheap &amp; Chic maxi skirt, £615, at <a href="http://www.harveynichols.com/womens/categories-1/designer-skirts/maxi/s390041-silk-blend-maxi-skirt.html?colour=BLUE">Harvey Nichols</a></p>pinterest
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Moschino Cheap & Chic maxi skirt, £615, at Harvey Nichols

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<p>RI Roksanda Illincic Edition dress, £75, at <a href="http://www.debenhams.com/">Debenhams</a></p>pinterest
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RI Roksanda Illincic Edition dress, £75, at Debenhams

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<p>Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Clark' twill cropped tapered pants, £300, at Net-a-Porter</p><p><a href="http://shopping.elleuk.com/browse/pants-shorts?fts=marc+by+marc+jacobs">BUY NOW</a></p>pinterest
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Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Clark' twill cropped tapered pants, £300, at Net-a-Porter

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<p>J Brand coloured jeans, £225, at <a href="http://www.harveynichols.com/womens/categories-1/jeans/skinny/s386926-901-skinny-velvet-leggings.html?colour=GREEN">Harvey Nichols</a></p>pinterest
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J Brand coloured jeans, £225, at Harvey Nichols

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<p>Pierre Hardy bi-colour pumps, £424, at <a href="http://www.farfetch.com/shopping/women/pierre-hardy-bi-colour-pump-item-10154104.aspx">Farfetch</a></p>pinterest
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Pierre Hardy bi-colour pumps, £424, at Farfetch

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<p>MaxMara Studio 'Serio' silk shirt, £228, at <a href="http://www.matchesfashion.com/fcp/product/Matches-Fashion/womens_maxmara_studio/maxmara-studio-STU-C-SERIO-tops-RED/57095">Matches Fashion</a></p>pinterest
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MaxMara Studio 'Serio' silk shirt, £228, at Matches Fashion

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<p>H&amp;M shirt dress, £34.99, for stockists call 0844 736 9000</p>pinterest
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H&M shirt dress, £34.99, for stockists call 0844 736 9000

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<p>Preen 'Razor' wool-blend pants, £655, at Net-a-Porter</p><p><a href="http://shopping.elleuk.com/browse/pants-shorts?fts=preen">BUY NOW</a></p>pinterest
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Preen 'Razor' wool-blend pants, £655, at Net-a-Porter

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<p>Carven jersey dress, £182, at Matches Fashion</p><p><a href="http://shopping.elleuk.com/browse/dresses?fts=carven">BUY NOW</a></p>pinterest
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Carven jersey dress, £182, at Matches Fashion

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<p>Jaeger scallop edge skirt, £180, for stockists call 08450510063</p>pinterest
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Jaeger scallop edge skirt, £180, for stockists call 08450510063

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<p>Hermes 'Duke' lace up shoes in technical canvas pink, £560, for stockists call 0207 823 1014</p>pinterest
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Hermes 'Duke' lace up shoes in technical canvas pink, £560, for stockists call 0207 823 1014

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<p>Acne 'Anita' vest, £150</p><p><a href="http://shopping.elleuk.com/browse?fts=Acne+anita">BUY NOW</a></p>pinterest
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Acne 'Anita' vest, £150

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Topshop pleated midi dress, £50

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<p>Kate Spade New York New Bond Street ‘Sawyer’ bag in fuschia, £325, for stockists call 0207 259 0645</p>pinterest
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Kate Spade New York New Bond Street ‘Sawyer’ bag in fuschia, £325, for stockists call 0207 259 0645

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