Happlify style guide: sunny yellow (especially when it gets colder)

Research by the Free University of Amsterdam shows that the color yellow evokes the happiest feeling. Yellow is the color of many types of flowers and of the sun and therefore of light and heat. Looking at yellow really makes you happy, energizes and awakens your curiosity. In short, yellow produces a lot of happiness hormones. Add some yellow to your outfit of the day and you will immediately be a little happier!

1 - Trench coat Nike yellow

This is a whole new version of the good old, classic trench coat. This is sporty, has a fixed hood, zipper and a nice, sturdy stand-up collar. And... also nice and long. A jacket for years of fun! Available at ASOS - €319.99

2 - Sister P Luxury Hair Accessories

Introduce your kids to David Bowie! This special 4-pack gift set features out-of-this-world designs for kids, inspired by some of the legendary artist's most iconic outfits. Available in sizes from baby to 9 years. Available at Happy Socks - €29,95

3 - Keecie Cat Chase yellow

This is a wallet that you will enjoy for years to come and the print on the inside makes it the ultimate gift for a cat lover. The Keecie atelier screen prints the print by hand, so each item is unique! They also think of the environment and therefore work with water-based paint. Available at Keecie - €59,-

NICE: we can give away this cheerful yellow copy from Keecie, scroll down!

5 - dr. Martens yellow

Just a few more Docs in the style guide. We LOVE them! This model, the 1460 is the original Dr. Martens boat. You will immediately recognize it by its 8-eye classic Dr. Martens Smooth leather, grooved sides, heel-loop, yellow stitching and the comfortable air-cushioned sole. Available in different colours, also in classic NYC taxi yellow. Available from Dr. Martens - €189,-

6 - Monki maxi dress yellow checked

If you go for yellow, do it right. With this Monki dress you make a statement. Well suited for layering to deal with the changeable weather. A nice belt on top, sturdy boots underneath and you are ready for a very happy autumn. Made from recycled cotton. Available at Monki - €35,-

Tell me, are you inspired by this yellow style guide?

Want to be even happier that you already are? You can read more about cheerful colors and other happy things in my brand new book Happlify your life . Now for sale for € 20 with an online reminder (valued € 47) gift with the first press (and private Facebook group 🤫).

Author - Mariko Naber
Mariko is the happy brain behind Happlify. Together with partner Mark she runs Sell your stuff online, branding agency Loaded ink BNO and Atelier Naber . She loves feel good, random acts of kindness, meatballs, chocolate mousse, family time, zee, piña colada, sugar & spice and everything nice 💛