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There’s nothing like a bold shot of color to boost your mood–and your wardrobe–and this spring it’s all about brightening up with rainbow stripes. Because who doesn’t love fashion that makes you feel happier? (That’s right: No one.)

Multicolor stripes may sound like a childish trend (a la Rainbow Brite or My Little Pony) but we’re here to tell you the current version is anything but. Right now technicolor styles run the, er, spectrum from shirt dresses to jumpsuits to pointy mules–and they look way more babe-worthy than babyish. Looking to jumpstart your look for the upcoming season? This is the multi-hued way to do it–in just one step.

woman in rainbow striped jumpsuit
Image via @mykennajean

So how exactly do you wear rainbow stripes? The key is to embrace the trend in all its ROY-G-BIV glory. Try pairing the colorful pattern with other vibrant-hue pieces like a bold red bucket bag or bright yellow heels (you do have the whole rainbow to choose from). Or style your rainbow print with sharp white pieces to make it pop: A multicolor stone necklace has major impact against the backdrop of a white tee and white sandals up the eye-candy factor of a striped maxi dress. You don’t have to swap out all your beloved black and neutral staples but incorporating this trend into your wardrobe sure does make for a cheerful change.

Ready for a rainbow stripe refresh? Show your true colors by shopping this week’s MVP trend ahead.

How are you rocking rainbow stripes? Show us on Instagram @lulus using #lovelulus!