Color Me This
November 15, 2011 § Leave a comment
Most men’s wardrobe consists of black, grays, blues, and white. So adventurous! But I’m sure you’ve witnessed a colleague or friend wear a pink or bright colored shirt and get compliments from the ladies all day. Question is how did he pull that off? Whether you’re dark-skinned, medium-toned or pale-skinned, you can find appropriate colors for your complexion and get the ladies complimenting YOU all day.
Dark-skinned
Dark-skinned guys tend to have black or dark brown hair and eyes. If you fall into this category, the colors that you wear should contrast with your dark features. The contrast breaks up an otherwise monotonous look and catches the eye.
Colors you look your best in:
- pink
- white
- khaki
- baby blue
- gray
Colors you should avoid:
- black
- dark brown
- turquoise
- spring green
- magenta
You should stay away from tropical colors and really dark shades. While black and navy blue are hard to avoid altogether because they basically make up the corporate uniform, try to keep them to a minimum and wear only when necessary.
Medium skinned tone
Medium-toned men can have anything from blonde locks to jet-black manes, and their eye color can vary from baby blue to onyx black. If you’re lucky enough to fall in this category, it means that you can wear just about any color and still look sharp. Since light and dark colors both contrast nicely with your skin tone, you can go either way. For bonus points, try matching your shirt with your eye color.
Colors you look your best in:
- beige
- burgundy
- royal blue
- navy
- black
- pink (stripes)
Colors you should avoid:
- pistachio
- mauve
- dark brown
- red
- olive
The only colors that you should really avoid are those that might blend in too closely with your skin tone. For example, if you have an olive complexion, avoid wearing olive-colored or brown clothing.
Pale skinned tone
Pale-skinned men will tend to have red, blonde, or dirty blonde hair. Their eye color is often just as fair, including green, blue, gray, or hazel. If you match this description, your best bet is to go with more subdued colors and pastels. These will blend well with your skin tone, and create a look that’s both appealing and relaxing to the eye.
Colors you look your best in:
Colors you should avoid:
The key is to steer clear of harsh or bright colors since these will contrast with your skin in an unflattering way. Basically, your clothes will stand out while you fade into the background. That said, stay away from vibrant colors at all costs.
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