How to understand your color type and how it works when choosing clothes: a fashion expert’s opinion

You may not adhere to a specific “color” theory and associate your appearance with the seasons, zodiac signs, and iris shades, but there’s no denying that some colors suit us better than others. And it’s not even a matter of personal preference, it’s just that in, say, khaki, your skin seems to fade slightly, but in rich chocolate, it seems to glow. And no, this is not a forbidden magical technique, but a banal manifestation of the same color type.

“Colour is the most important thing to me when it comes to style. The first thing I do with a new client is study their skin tone and figure out what will look best,” explains stylist Christina Erlich. The expert admits that it is easier to wear black and not think about the variety of looks, but if you can master the colors, you will rediscover your character and expand the horizons of your own wardrobe.

“Warm” girls – with skin of golden (yellowish) and greenish undertones. If your hair color ranges from dark brown to dark blonde, we can assume that you have found your category. Another clue is the love of yellow gold – it looks the most amazing on your skin.

What kind of clothes will “work” for you? The one whose palette does not go beyond warm natural shades. Of course, this does not mean that neon and bright colors are contraindicated for you, but the capsule in beige, emerald, ocher, milk and chocolate tones will definitely not disappoint you.

A winter girl doesn’t have to be Snow White. Cool undertones are characteristic of fair and dark skin. The shade of your hair will help you figure this out: if the “crow’s wing” effect can be traced in your hair color, you can be sure that you are on the cool side. The same goes for ash blondes.

Silver, platinum, metals with a pinkish sheen, as well as clothes in charcoal, blue and purple are ideal choices for you. Remember that the brighter your clothes are, the paler your skin will look. Pale yellow, pink, blue, light green are your best friends!

The most difficult case is when it is difficult to determine which color type you belong to. As a rule, such girls can transform a little: for example, in the summer, when they get a little tan, they go into the “warm” category, and their eyes can change color (has this happened to you?), the skin can turn pale, and now, hello, cold shades.

If you have noticed that once in your life you like rich warm shades and at other times you seem to get lost in them, most likely your type is neutral. On the one hand, you can wear almost anything, on the other hand, you shouldn’t overdo it with rich colors. They can overshadow the undertone of your skin and come into confrontation with one of the sides – cold or warm. So a pastel foundation will always help!

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