tips for Styling Colour

Forget the outdated ‘rules’ about which colours you can and can’t wear, unlock your style wearing colours you love.

Here’s the truth: you can wear any colour you love!

The secret to styling colour isn’t about rigid restrictions, but about understanding how and where to wear it to unlock your style.

Discover how to make colour styling part of your repertoire.

Unlock Your Style with Colour: Trust Your Instincts

When it comes to finding your most flattering colours, trust your own eyes.

Do the colours you wear make your eyes sparkle and your skin glow?

Do you feel confident and vibrant? That’s your best indicator.

We’ve all experienced that ‘washed out’ feeling – when a colour makes us look tired or unwell.

Avoid those! Instead, focus on colours that bring light and vitality to your face.

While colour swatches can be a helpful starting point, remember that fashion trends change.

Don’t be afraid to experiment with different shades and tones within the colours you’re drawn to.

This will expand your wardrobe options and help you discover your perfect colour palette.

Pro Tip: Adapt Your Colour Palette

Keep in mind that factors like your makeup, hair colour, and skin tone (whether natural or enhanced with tanning products) can influence how colours look on you.

Be flexible and adjust your colour choices accordingly.

Colour Placement: Mastering the Art of Styling with Colour

Just because a colour doesn’t give you an immediate ‘rosy glow’ doesn’t mean you should avoid it altogether.

Consider colour placement.

For example, black might not brighten your eyes, but it’s a classic wardrobe staple.

To balance its impact, think about showcasing your neckline, shoulders, or arms.

• Warmer Months: Embrace exposed skin to break up the intensity of darker colours.
• Cooler Months: Use accessories like colourful beads, gold and silver jewellery, gems, or scarves to bring light to your face. Layer with jackets or cardigans in your best colours.

Styling Colour for Your Body Type and Shape

Understanding how colour interacts with your body shape can help you create a more flattering silhouette.

Here’s a quick guide:

• Colours that add volume: White, yellow, orange, lime green, pink, purple.
• Colours that camouflage: Neutrals and pastels.
• Colours that slim: Black, navy, charcoal, grey.

Specific Styling Tips:

• Short Legs: Opt for dark-coloured pants like black, chocolate brown, or dark indigo denim. Pair with a bright top to elongate your legs.
• Short Torso: Draw the eye downward with colourful shoes or pants. Pinstripes and wide, colourful hems can also help.
• Short Waisted: Define your waist with a hip belt. Create a seamless vertical line with tone-on-tone colour schemes.
• Oval Shape: Balance your silhouette with an asymmetric top in a bold colour and dark pants or a skirt. Wrap tops and dresses are ideal.
• Minimize Bust: Choose V-neck tops and layer with structured jackets. Wear darker colours on top and lighter colours on the bottom. Peplum tops can create a flattering waistline.
• Balancing Proportions: Use darker colours to minimise areas and lighter colours to emphasise them. For example, a dark A-line skirt can deemphasise hips, while a bright top draws attention upward.

Fabric Matters

The weight and texture of your fabric play a significant role in how colour appears on your body.

Heavier, tailored fabrics tend to be slimming, even in lighter colours.

Lighter fabrics, especially if unlined, may have the opposite effect.

Further Exploration:

• Learn more about styling prints and colour
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• Discover why we love a white suit in Autumn

Ready to Unlock Your Signature Style?

Don’t let colour intimidate you!

With the right guidance, you can confidently wear any colour you love and create a signature style that reflects your unique personality.

Contact Bottlegreen and Yellow Personal Stylist today and let us show you how to make colour your style superpower.