In the fashion world, black is very popular. An all-black outfit is seen as smart, chic, and slimming. A uniform of black is easy to wear, but it can be dull. Color can add interest to your style, and make you feel brighter and more confident. If you’re not used to wearing color, then it can seem intimidating. Here’s how to start wearing more color.
Add Accessories
If you’re new to color, accessories are an easy way to ease yourself in. Add a pop of color to a monochrome outfit with a handbag, shoes, or a chunky necklace in a bright color. If you’re nervous about wearing more color, this is a good way to get used to it, and slowly get used to how you look in it. Color can be a lot when it’s worn close to the face, but an accessory like a bag or shoes add interest without the risk of washing you out.
Wear Pattern
A good way to wear color is to choose clothing made with beautiful patterned fabric. Look at African clothing, and take inspiration from the vibrant mix of colors and patterns. A striking pattern can elevate an outfit that uses very simple shapes. Braving pattern makes you appear confident, approachable, and stylish.
Try Different Colors
Not all colors will suit all people. If you’ve struggled to wear color in the past, it could be that you’ve been wearing the wrong colors for you. To find the best colors for you, look at the undertones in your skin, and try colors that flatter that.
Remember that wearing color doesn’t have to mean that you start wearing bright shades. Pastel tones can look beautiful, as can darker shades, like navy or plum. Experiment with a few different colors and shades of colors to find what suits you and what you feel good wearing.
Start Slowly
If you aren’t used to yourself in color, you might not like the way you look at first when you start wearing it. You might need to give yourself time to get used to the way that it looks on you. To do this, start slowly with how you bring in color. Instead of suddenly trying to wear a whole outfit of bright color, add something small.
Take an outfit that you know you love and feel confident and swap one item for something colorful. For example, a black suit with a red shoe. Change a white t-shirt for a colorful one. Gradually, you can add more pieces in color, as you get more comfortable and work out what suits you.
Wearing color can make you look confident, stylish, and fun. Black or white is always chic, but color is always in style too. Whether you decide to go all out with a whole outfit of bright patterns, or just find you love a pop of color in your monochrome outfits, have fun experimenting with your style and playing with a range of different colors.
