Before you buy a new wardrobe, wedding clothing or other special occasion attire, it is best to know how to choose colors that flatter your skin tone. Choosing the wrong color can make your skin and hair appear dull, while the right colors for your skin tone can make you look glowing.
If you’re looking to freshen up your wardrobe with complementing colors, you’ve come to the right place. Check out this guide for you to easily find the colors that are best for your skin tone!
Light-Skinned Colors to Wear
Emerald: Jewel tones are the best way for fair skinned women to wear a saturated color. Scarlett looks absolutely stunning with her milky skin and long formal gown.
Baby Blue: A pastel with just enough pigment looks gorgeous against pale skin. Try pairing it with a red lip for a pop of color.
Camel: This is a great choice for obvious reasons. The look is absolutely stunning and effortlessly chic, especially on Olivia Palermo. The classic tan color creates an appealing contrast against fair skin.
Medium-Skinned Colors to Wear
Metallic: Bronzed skin beauties can pull off any type of metallic, ranging from silver to copper. Angelina does it best by mixing the different shades of metallic.
Dove Gray: For the true medium skinned, try a dove gray. If you have a lighter tone stick with charcoal and if it is a bit darker, a very pale gray will look best on you.
Neon: Not many of us can wear highlighter hues, but tanned ladies like Selena have got this look in the bag. Embrace the neon!
Dark-Skinned Colors to Wear
Cobalt: Bold colors look incredible against dark skin. Kelly looks absolutely stunning in her cobalt on cobalt ensemble. It is also a winner if you pair a bold color with a nude strappy sandal.
Light Yellow: I am very partial to the light yellow especially since Kerry Washington is one of my favorite actresses of all time! Pastel colors look best with a darker complexion. This dress stands out beautifully against a cocoa skin tone.
Red: My favorite color of them all, red is perfect for a darker complexion. Spice it up with some embellishments just like Gabrielle Union!