Finding Your Perfect Palette: Choosing Colors to Complement Your Skin and Hair from the Color Pro, Kayla Taylor
Color plays a pivotal role in fashion, not only in terms of style but also in how it complements your unique features. The right hues can enhance your natural beauty, while the wrong ones can leave you feeling washed out or unbalanced. In this blog post, we'll explore how to choose colors that flatter your skin and hair, helping you create outfits that make you look and feel your best.
Step #1 - Understanding Your Skin Tone:
Before diving into color selection, it's essential to determine your skin tone. Skin tones generally fall into three categories: cool, warm, or neutral.
Cool Undertones: If you have cool undertones, your skin may have hints of pink, red, or blue. Veins on your wrist may appear blue, and silver jewelry may complement your complexion.
Warm Undertones: Warm undertones are characterized by hints of yellow, peach, or golden tones. Veins on your wrist may appear green, and gold jewelry may complement your complexion.
Neutral Undertones: Neutral undertones have a balanced mix of both warm and cool tones, making it easier to wear a variety of colors.
**Choosing Colors for Cool Undertones:**
If you have cool undertones, opt for colors that have blue or purple undertones. Shades of blue, navy, emerald green, lavender, and rose pink tend to complement cool skin tones beautifully. Jewel tones such as sapphire, amethyst, and ruby can also be flattering choices. Avoid colors that are too warm or yellow-based, as they may clash with your complexion.
**Choosing Colors for Warm Undertones:**
For those with warm undertones, embrace earthy tones and shades with golden or yellow undertones. Warm colors such as mustard yellow, terra cotta, olive green, burnt orange, and coral can enhance your complexion. Additionally, rich shades of red, including brick red and rust, can be stunning on warm skin tones. Steer clear of colors that are too cool or icy, as they may wash you out.
**Choosing Colors for Neutral Undertones:**
If you have neutral undertones, consider yourself lucky! You can pull off a wide range of colors with ease. Experiment with both warm and cool tones, from soft pastels to bold jewel tones. However, be mindful of the intensity of the colors and how they complement your overall look. Pay attention to how certain shades bring out the warmth or coolness of your skin, and adjust accordingly.
Step #2 - Consider Your Hair Color:
While your skin tone plays a significant role in color selection, your hair color can also influence which hues look best on you. For example, individuals with dark hair may find that vibrant jewel tones complement their rich hair color, while those with lighter hair may prefer softer pastel shades.
In conclusion, finding the right colors to wear in fashion is all about understanding your unique features and experimenting with different hues. By choosing colors that complement your skin and hair, you can create outfits that highlight your natural beauty and make you feel confident and stylish. So, next time you're picking out an outfit, consider your skin tone and hair color, and choose colors that make you shine from the inside out.
If you'd like to get color patched, book a style session with me and I'd be happy to identify which shade you are and curate a color story that is most flattering for YOU!
XOXO, Kayla