Will you go for beige or pink?
Colour can help to brighten up your day, you're feeling down and want to snuggle up in bed? Then throw on a red dress and blaze through your day.
Fashion stylist Amanda Bernstein knows that most women have trouble knowing what colour works for them, but here are the tips to help you start, she worked with La Redoute to help bring you her knowledge.
Amanda says: ''The main problem is women assume that if they do not look good in green, that all greens are off limits. However, there are different levels of intensity. There is big difference between dark green and light green.''
Here are some tips on how to flaunt your colourful side.
Tip # 1: Learn the colour wheel – emerald green is not the same as lime green.
Green is a tricky colour and therefore is often overlooked. It is also dependent on your skin and hair colour – redheads and women with lighter skin should stick with bright green while emerald green will work a treat on olive-skinned beauties. Be sure to keep an open mind because there is a whole rainbow of shades to choose from.
Laura Anderson, online merchandiser for La Redoute said: 'Pastel shades are a perfect way to experiment with colour and are a safe option for those afraid of wearing anything bright or bold. Mint green is a good colour for summer.'
Tip # 2: Keep it personal – don't draw attention for the wrong reasons
''Some women try to alter their colour choices based on the company they keep. They see a friend wearing a more daring colour and think they should do the same,'' said Bernstein.
It is important to remember that trying new things does not necessarily mean the brightest shade of every colour. Bottom line: Don't stray too far from your usual colour palette.
Tip #3: Stripes are not the enemy – how you wear them is the key
It is a common misconception that horizontal stripes widen you. To avoid looking like a candy cane, try to break up the stripes with a solid colour. If you are heavier on top, trousers with stripes are a better option but if you prefer to wear stripes in a top, a solid on bottom is a must.
Tip #4: Cream is the new white
Cream is a warmer colour and can be used as an alternative to white. It retains the light, fresh feeling while appearing less bright.
Tip#5: Black is not slimming on everyone
Another common misconception is that black is slimming and on everyone. This is not only untrue but another myth is that it is the only colour that can slim a woman. Brown is also an option and is a nice colour to take on holiday. However do not wear darker colours just to appear slimmer because like brighter colours, black and brown have different shades. Richer browns look good with tan skin types whereas those with paler skin will look washed out in all black.
Laura Anderson, online merchandiser for La Redoute said: ''The great thing about brown and black is that they are two colours that are versatile for both summer and autumn/winter holidays. A perfect option for brunettes is a rich walnut shade while a deep chocolate brown will lend itself nicely in contrast a lighter hair colour.''
Tip#6: Don't forget about accessories – another great option to add in some casual colour
If you are still unsure about adding colour to your wardrobe, accessories are a great way to introduce colour gradually. Keep clothes neutral and let your outfit pop with a cranberry heel or marmalade belt.
Femalefirst Taryn Davies
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