Wearing the right colors is one of the ways that you can transform the way you look. They’ll enhance your natural features and make your skin look more radiant. It’s important to understand how to dress for your skin tone. It will allow you to select clothing that will complement your complexion, as well as give you a vibrant and healthy glow.
We are sure you have always wondered why some shades make you look dull, while others actually brighten your face, right?. All of this actually comes down to color harmony. There are some ways to determine your skin tone and what colors you should incorporate into your closet so you get a more glowing and stunning effect.
How to determine your skin tone?
Before you choose the perfect colors, it’s important to understand if you have either neutral, warm or a cool skin tone. You can determine your skin tone in a few easy ways.

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One of the first ways is to look at the veins inside your wrist. If they appear more on the greenish side, it means you have a warm skin tone. If they look bluish or purple then it means you have a cool skin tone. If it ends up being hard to tell, then it means you have a neutral skin tone.
You can also do the jewelry test. Probably you have wondered why you look better in silver or gold jewelry, right? People that have warm-toned skin usually shine in gold, while cool-toned ones, look best in silver. But in the case of both complementing you equally, it means you have a neutral skin tone.
And finally, if you tan easily, it means that you have a neutral or warm skin tone. But if you burn quickly, it means your undertones are cool. Once you have finally determined your skin tone, it’s time to start incorporating colors that enhance your natural beauty.

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Best colors for warm skin tones
For people with warm skin tone, earthy, sun-kisses and golden hues are the ones that will complement your complexion. People with this skin tone often have peachy, golden and yellow undertones. The best colors for you are the following:
Earthy neutrals like warm beige, taupe, camel and rich browns are the ones that will create natural harmony with your skin. There’s also warm reds and oranges, like rust, terracotta, coral and even warm tomato. These colors will enhance your golden undertones.
Golden yellows, like honey, mustard and warm sunflower yellow will always add a radiant glow. Greens like moss, deep forest green and olive will bring out the warmth on your skin. And finally, rich warm blues, like peacock, teal and turquoise, will have a beautiful contrast again your warm skin.
Try and avoid overly colors like jewel-toned purples, icy blues and stark black and white, as these can make your complexion look washed out.

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Best colors for cool skin tones
These typically have more of pink, red and blue undertones. If this is a category you fall in, then you should choose colors that enhance these cooler shades.
Cool neutrals like cool grays, charcoal and crisp whites are the ones that will complement your complexion beautifully. Blues and purples like sapphire, royal blue, navy and deep violet are colors that will enhance your undertones.
Reds and soft pinks, like raspberry, berry, rose and cranberry shades won’t clash your skin but will add some warmth. If you want to make your features pop, consider jewel tones like amethyst, deep burgundy and emerald.
Also, icy pastels, like powder blue, soft lavender and cool mint green will provide a fresh and luminous effect. Stay away from overly warm tones like olive green, burnt orange and mustard yellow as they will make you look dull.
Best colors for those with neutral skin tones
People with neutral skin tones have the advantage of being able to wear both cool and warm colors. But still there are some shades that are definitively more flattering than others.

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Balanced neutrals, like light taupe, soft beige and heather gray, create a neutral and refined look. Greens and universal blues, like classic navy, jade, teal work perfectly with this skin tone. Pinks, and mid-toned reds like watermelon red, dusty rose and mauve will add warmth without being overwhelming the complexion.
Muted earth tones like sage green, caramel and soft terracotta, will bring some warmth and won’t be overpowering. While you can wear a wide range of colors, remember that warm and cool shades can sometimes clash. It’s all about finding the right balance between cool and warm.
Incorporating the right colors into your closet
Once you know what colors are ideal for you, you should know that there are a few easy ways for you to incorporate into our daily outfits. You can start with accessories. A good idea are handbags, scarves and statement jewelry in your most flattering shades.
You can also experiment with layers. A good idea is to use outwear like cardings, blazers and cots with complementary hues, as they’ll enhance your look. Choose the right tops, selecting them in your best colors will make your complexion look radiant.
Don’t forget to mix and match. If you actually love a color that isn’t in your ideals palette, you can balance it with accessories and neutral tones that complement your skin tone.

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