Making the Most out of Colors

Color is one of the facets of design - it is the most noticeable and the most powerful design element. Color greatly affects your appearance. Some colors can make you appear wider or slimmer, taller or shorter. With the right use, color can camouflage imperfections. It can also play up your best asset. Finding the right color for you can save shopping time and money. Knowing that you have chosen the right color for your get up can add to your confidence. It can even save dressing time.

Basic Fashion Colors and their profile

White. Ever wonder why every bride looks gorgeous on her wedding day? White can liven up your appearance. It projects the feeling of cleanliness, innocence and freedom. If you wake up on the wrong side of the bed, wearing white will help to have a sunny disposition. White is a good choice for tops because it goes well with other colors.

Black is the color that never goes out of fashion. Black goes well with other colors, too. Better suited for bottoms, but it has become a popular choice for tops because of its slimming effect. It projects a mature outlook and the sense of depth. Every woman should have a little black dress in her closet.

Red is the color "abused" by fashion simply because it is the most visible and lively of all colors. It projects intensity - confidence, passion and ambition. Better paired with colors within the red family - maroon, pink etc.

Yellow. Fashion dictates that yellow is more appropriate for casual wear. It projects fun - energy, vivaciousness and optimism. Can be paired with lucid colors.

Blue is the most agreeable color, most people likes it. Blue is associated with freshness, calmness and affection. For a soothing appearance wear blue. White and blue combination achieves a sporty look.

Pink. This color is more appropriate for girls. It also gives a soothing effect just like blue. Pink projects a sweet nature to the wearer - often attractive to guys. To achieve a feminine look wear pink.

Color Preference

Parents, peers and everyday experiences influence your color preference. To make the most out of colors you must identify what set of colors is best for you. Advise from a professional color consultant is the most reliable. The consultant will give you a pre-packaged group of colors and create your personalized color profile. However, since hiring one is very expensive, it is better to tap your innate artistic sense.

Identifying color

There are so many theories in identifying personal coloring - the easiest will be to match wardrobe colors with the color of your skin, hair and eyes. Most experts say the skin should have the utmost consideration. The colors of your wardrobe should be a shade lighter than the color of your skin, hair and eyes, otherwise color will overwhelm you.

The person still should be the center of attraction, not the color. Once you have established what color package suits you, build your wardrobe on it. On the other hand, to avoid boredom, experiment on other colors, too. The economical way to do this experimentation is with accessories - try wearing a magenta scarf to see if magenta is for you.