In cooler weather, some may think pink will stand out too much against the season’s more neutral colors. But when worn the right way and in the right shade, you’ll never have to worry about that. If you are one to wear it all year round, keep reading for the hottest pink outfit ideas this cold winter season.

If you want to wear pink but don’t want to go all out, just wear it as an accent color. For example, a pink tee or tank is great under a cardigan with other neutral colors throughout the outfit to tone it down. It’s also a good idea to wear light pinks with dark pinks so you don’t appear washed out. Try a lighter sweater with a pair of brighter pink pants to balance the colors.

You may have the personality or just feel bold enough to wear bright pink alone, so why not do it with some leather to give it a little edge? A bright pink top with some leather pants or a skirt is very ideal for winter. Add a leather purse and ankle boots in the mix. If you are wearing no pink but want to add some, use accessories to bring in the pink. You may be surprised at how many scarves, gloves, hats, and sunglasses are around this winter, you just have to shop around and be daring.  One way to go about this is with a pink bag, patterned knit dress, and knee high boots.

When it comes to social gatherings, wearing a hot pink cocktail dress may be the way to go to stand out among the usual shades of winter. For a more casual look in dresses, wear a pink sweater dress under a neutral trench to add the element of surprise.  You’ll be surprised at how much fun all of these pink ideas really are this winter season.