I know there are days that I wear a certain color and I get complimented on it because it went well with my complexion. We sometimes do not really pay attention to things like this but if you are looking for certain colors that will compliment your complexion, take a look at this.....
Muted
Common coloring:
- Hair: blonde and light brown
- Eyes: Brown, hazel, olive green, green/grey
- Skin tone: medium to deep, may tan or burn
- Complimenting colors: Dusty Rose, sage, green, blues
- Neutral colors: Gray and Camel
Deep
Common coloring:
- Hair: Black and dark to mid brown
- Eyes: Dark brown, deep hazel, olive green
- Skin tone: medium to dark
- Complimenting colors: Purple forest green, burgundy, royal blues
- Neutral colors: Black, dark grey, dark brown
Bright
Common coloring:
- Hair: Black, medium to dark brown, chestnut brown
- Eyes: bright blue, turquoise, bright hazel, violet
- Skin tone: Light to medium, may tan or burn
- Complimentary colors: Bright pink, emerald green, red, peacock blue
- Neutrals: Black, dark grey, light brown
Warm
Common coloring:
- Hair: red, auburn, cooper, sandy strawberry
- Eyes: Brown, hazel, bright blue/turquoise, green
- Skin tone: golden or very pale, often burns easily and may have freckles
- Complimenting colors: Deep red, apple green, peach, deep blue
- Neutrals: Brown, camel, tan, rust, terracotta
Light
Common coloring:
- Hair: Golden blonde, ash blonde, very light brown
- Eyes: blue, green, grey, blue-grey, green-blue
- Skin tone: Medium to light, often does not tan easily
- Complimentary colors: Pale pink, denim blue, mint green, lavender
- Neutrals: Light brown, taupe, beige, light navy
Cool
Common coloring:
- Hair: White, steely grey, ash/grey-ish
- Eyes: blue, blue-grey, grayish brown, brown eyes
- Skin tone: Pale, rosy or ashy with very few freckles, can be deeper if brown eyed
- Complimenting Colors: Royal blue, lilac, bright reds, bluish greens
- Neutrals: any grey, any navy, light brown, black
Embrace your shape:
Alot of US women do not embrace our natural shape. No matter what shape you are, you should be confident and wear clothes that will compliment your body type. Every woman should look good no matter what shape, but it is the clothes that you wear that will make people see that about you.
What frame ARE YOU??!!!
A-frame
No matter how curvy Beyonce is, she does have an A-shape frame not an hour glass (or X, will explain later).
She is small at the top and more full at the bottom. Her waist is slender and her shoulders are narrow.
Key items that would look great on an A-frame.....
- Boat neck and off-the shoulder shirts
- Dark colors at the bottom, more of bright or light colors at the top
- Low rise pants
- A line skirts will compliment the bottom area because of the shape
- Highlight the upper body
Things to avoid:
- Tight shirts
- Side pocket pants
- Pleated and tapered pants
Example measurements for an A-frame body
26-24-36
Example outfit for this shape:
V-Frame
Here I use Raven Symone. This is a pic of her before she lost weight. People who have V-frames have wide shoulders, large bust, and narrow hips.
Key items that would look great on a v-frame...
- Bright colored bottoms to make the bottom look a little more full
- Pleated skirts and pants
- Full & wide leg pants
- Knee length or slightly above the knee skirts
- V-neck and scoop neck shirts
- Drop waist dresses
- Highlight the legs
Things to avoid...
- Boat neck and horizontal strips
- Prints and patterns
- SHOULDER PADS
Example measurements for v-body frame:
42-27-29
Example outfit for this shape:
H-Frame
Here is a photo of super model Heidi Klum. This is the standard shape to be a high fashion model NOT an hour glass shape. Shoulders, waist, and hips are about the same width. NO CURVES.
Key items that would be great for the h-frame shape.....
- Belts
- Wrap tops & dresses to form a shape
- Corset tops
- drawstring pants
- Ruffle or curve sleeves
- Tops & jackets with princess seams
- Highlight the arms & legs
Things to avoid:
- Low rise pants
- Rectangular silhouette sleeveless tops
- Loose fitting dresses
- Wide tapel jackets
Example measurements of a h-frame
28-24-28
Here is an outfit suitable for an H-frame
36-24-42
Here is an example outfit suitable for an X-frame
Here is an outfit suitable for an H-frame
X-Frame
Nicki Minaj is the best example for someone who has an X-frame shape.....no matter if her boobs and butts are fake. LOL This is a curvy figure, full bust, small waist, full bottom. The most sought after body that every woman want and every man adores.
Key items for this frame....
- Pencil skirts
- Fitted tops that stop in between waist and hips
- Low Rise pants with flared bottoms
- V-neck and scoop neckline
- High waisted skirts & pants
- Tank or spaghetti strapped tops
- Long sleeved fitted shirts that are tucked in
- Wrap dresses and skirts
- Highlight curvy body and small waist
- Full or blousy shirts
- Avoid cropped tops
- Tubular or rectangular silhouettes
36-24-42
Here is an example outfit suitable for an X-frame
O-Frame
An O Frame is someone with a round figure with a fuller bust and midsection, heavier arms and shapely legs
Key items for this frame...
- V-neckline tops
- Tops with long sleeves
- Tops with tubular or rectangular silhouette
- Tops and skirts with asymmetrical hemline
- Loose flowing fabrics such as silk, rayon, and cottons
- Loose fitting capri pants
- Large prints & patterns with low contrast color
- Wrap tops and halter dresses
- Highlight shapely legs and bust line
Try to avoid....
- Small Prints and patterns
- Pleated & cargo pocket pants
- Detailed or embellishments around the middle section
- Tapered pants
38-34-32
Here is an example outfit for this shape
