orange really is the new black
Anne: I am seeing shades of orange everywhere, but is it a color anyone can where? It just doesn’t seem like it would be very flattering on me.
Alicia, The Tullebox: Typically, the more pigment you have in your skin, the easier it is to wear orange. However, color can be incorporated into your wardrobe in a number of ways and it doesn’t always need to be an overpowering statement. The trick is to make sure it feels right with your style. If you’re inclined to love Kate Spade or J. Crew, you may decide to wear orange with pink or navy. If you are more fashion forward, animal prints and lizard prints are great compliments to orange. And if you do desire to make a statement, wear a solid orange dress. There are a variety of hues of orange and the easiest ones to wear are closest to corals. Also, a simple makeup palette should be utilized with an orange dress and this can be the challenge more than the color of the dress. When you step outside of your usual color palette, it can require tweaking your makeup.
We all have colors that make us shine but we can still add a color outside of our comfort zone in bits in pieces. If orange seems intimidating or you feel it’s not a great color for you, wear it away from your face. An orange skirt or pant looks great with a neutral top (consider animal prints, creams, beiges and navy). A scarf can be a small step toward trying a new color. It can be worn as a belt, tied on a bag, or used closer to your face. It’s also a good idea to consider the context of where you will be in your glorious orange. Closer to the equator you will find more saturated colors don’t feel so vibrant due to the intense light that is so prevalent. Further north, you may want to go for more muted shades of orange to keep in balance with your surroundings.
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