Set Colors

By Nicole Rubacha

Despite what you think, style is not something people are born with. It takes time finding the right pieces, knowing what the right pieces are, and what will look good on and what won’t. Whether it’s during the day or for an evening out, you want to turn heads. You might be thinking, “But I turn heads all the time!” However true, there is a slight possibility it's because some are wondering what you were thinking when you opened your closet that morning in a sleepy daze. If unsure, here is a guide that will help you figure it out.

Often, that fabulous look takes a few simple steps. First: how sure are you that your outfit matches? Sure, the colors work with your other articles of clothing, but do they go with your hair or skin tone? They might not, and that could be all that’s holding you back from looking smokin’ hot.

Let’s begin with your skin tone. If you’re like me and have a pinkish or bluish hue, you burn in the sun; cool colors are your best bet. We’re talking blues, purples, and greys or silvers. If you have olive or dark skin, you’re fortunate enough to tan in the sun. You’re best wearing warm colors - reds, coppers, golds and yellows.

Now for what your hair color says. People with cooler skin tones should try shades that are light or ash, within the blonde to brown family. They cool the warm tones in the skin. Avoid the red family. If you are part of the warm skin tones, you look better with honey or caramel hues. They complement your glow. Avoid the blonde family.

Your eyes require an entirely new game plan. If you have blue eyes, you want to stick with cool colors, but you don’t want to use blue. Same goes with green and brown shades: opposites attract. You want those eyes to pop? They need a color that will allow them to stand out.

Now that you have the basics, get out and put these style tips to use. Become that marvellous self that you are.

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