Get nude!

A few years ago, going nude was not something I ever really thought about doing; well, apart from once when I was really broke and I saw an exquisitely expensive vintage dress... and I have to say, I was tempted...

Don't worry Mum; I'm not contemplating getting my kit off; I'm talking about nude - with a small n. The underdog of the colour palette.

I thought I'd do a short blog about the nude trend following my recent chat about Camel because they're remarkably similar, but ever so different. Yes, I think I just said 'same, same but different', apparently more of a truism than I had thought! Going back a few years we would all have been excited by bright fuchsias or the resurgence of 80's fluorescents (really), now though, it's all about the muted tones. They're quietly taking over your wardrobe.

Like Camel, the right hue is important. Bear in mind that nudes are also called flesh tones - you want to stand out from the crowd, not disappear completely! However, I think it can also be an incredibly pretty, feminine colour that works throughout the year and isn't afraid to be toughened up by a leather jacket and biker boots.

Of course, there is something summery about nude, perhaps because less is usually more when the weather is hot. However, I love a bit of nudity in the winter (how Scandinavian of me), especially when it's mixed with dark tones and textures for your accessories - like fur or leather.

That said, If you don't fancy baring all, so to speak, nude shoes are a great nod to the trend with the added bonus that - paired with skin coloured tights - it makes your legs go on for miles and miles.

I'm loving these bargain courts (£22) from Soyoushoes.co.uk.

So, it might be seriously chilly outside, but go on - get naked!