If you haven’t yet had a colour consultation but want to start adding a little more colour to your wardrobe, then opting for a universal shade is a great place to start.
Whilst everyone who comes for a colour analysis with colour me beautiful receives a palette of 42 colours that work specifically for them, there are a few shades which, when combined carefully with other colours, will work for most people.
Here we take you through those magical universal shades so you can add a splash of colour this season knowing they’ll work for you…
Purple
Regal and refined, a classic shade of purple works for everyone, without exception. The good news is that Pantone named Ultra Violet their ‘colour of the year’ for 2018, meaning there are lots of purple hues to choose from in the shops. The universal shade is medium in depth and very similar to the shade of a certain chocolate wrapper that are particularly popular at this time of year. Most colour categories can wear this shade on its own without needing to add anything else.
Teal
Not only universal, but also extremely versatile - teal will work for you whether you have a fair skin tone, dark hair, bright blue or dark brown eyes. If you have Soft/Light colour characteristics you can mix your teal with pale pinks and lighter neutrals. Those of you who are Deep/Clear can be bolder with more striking combinations like Blush Pink or Black Brown. If you’re Cool try mixing your teal with cassis and those of you in the Warm category could combine it with the coral shades in your palette.
White
Believe it or not, everyone can wear white! It just has to be the right shade of white. For most, a soft white is preferable to anything too stark, it’s then just a case of being careful what you combine it with. Warms, Cools, Clears and Deeps will all need to add some depth/contrast to balance out white worn on its own next to the face whereas Lights can wear white on its own usually. If you’re Soft then try adding a colour one or two shades darker, perhaps a Light Navy or Pewter for example.
If you’re curious to discover ALL the colours that will work for you, as well as how to wear them then get in touch with your local colour me beautiful consultant here to book in for a colour analysis.
FAQs
Sidhu and colleagues found that black and red clothing produced the highest ratings of body attractiveness and slimmer body size judgments. In contrast, grey and green clothes produced the lowest body attractiveness and highest body size assessments.
What are the color me beautiful categories? ›
Color analysis is like having a personal stylist who whispers, “These shades were made for you!” It's a technique that considers your unique features—skin tone, hair color, and eye color—to categorize you into one of four distinct seasons: Spring, Summer, Autumn, or Winter.
What Colour stimulates the brain? ›
Some theorists argue that an environment rich in the color orange increases the oxygen supply to the brain, stimulating mental activity while simultaneously loosening peoples' inhibitions. An increased oxygen supply also leads to feeling invigorated and getting ready to 'get things done.
What is the book Color Me Beautiful about? ›
In Color Me Beautiful, Carole helps you find your best "look" through colors palettes that are personally your own. These color palettes are named like, and similar to the seasons; winter, summer, autumn, and spring.
What are the 3 most attractive colors? ›
Thus, the most attractive color is blue, the second most preferred is red, followed by green, while yellow was found to be the least preferred color (Figure 1).
What color makes you look hottest? ›
Studies reveal that red is the most attractive colour to both men and women but, curiously, the two genders are attracted to the same colour for different reasons.
What is the cutest skin color? ›
According to a study called “Shades of beauty,” light brown skin tones are often the most physically attractive skin color (Frisby et al., 2006). They used four models for that study. They did not change the skin tone, but they imaged each model to three different skin tones: light, medium, and dark.
How do I find my best color? ›
The easiest way to help you determine what colours to go for is based on the concept of warm and cool. Warm colours have a golden yellow or orange tone. In nature, these colours are vivid and energetic. Cool colours have a blue or silver tone.
How do I know what colors make me look best? ›
Look at what colors jump out of your skin when juxtaposed against the white piece of paper. Blue and pink colors mean you have cool-toned skin. Green and gold colors mean you have warm-toned skin. The coloration for neutrals might fluctuate depending on the time of year and sun exposure.
What color improves memory? ›
We notice warm colors like red stop signs and orange traffic cones. Warm colors (red, orange, yellow) stimulate the mind and increase our ability to recall facts since these colors are more memorable [4]. Cool colors are calming and less stimulating compared to warm colors.
Colors that Grab Attention
As a bold color that stands out, it's easily noticeable, even from a distance. In addition, red has been shown to increase the heart rate and stimulate the brain, making it a powerful aid in attracting attention. Blue is another notable color for catching the eye.
Which color is best for memory? ›
Do certain colors improve memory? In one study, students in British Columbia scored higher on memory tasks when completing them on a red background.
Who is the CEO of Color Me Beautiful? ›
Steve DiAntonio - Full Time - Color Me Beautiful Inc | LinkedIn.
What Colours are Winter? ›
This is the palette most of us visualise when we think of the Winter colours. Boldest scarlet, bright white and true black. These colours all play at the extremes of light, dark and bright.
When did Color Me Beautiful come out? ›
Known as a leading authority on color and image, Color Me Beautiful launched its complete cosmetics and skin care brands in the late 1980s as a result of the overwhelming success of the book by the same name.
What color is most attractive to the human eye? ›
Colors that Grab Attention
As a bold color that stands out, it's easily noticeable, even from a distance. In addition, red has been shown to increase the heart rate and stimulate the brain, making it a powerful aid in attracting attention. Blue is another notable color for catching the eye.
What's the most flattering color? ›
So what do I consider truly universally flattering colors? Teal (one that is not too pale); Purple (a shade not too cool or pale), True Red (with no hints of yellow). These are three I know always are flattering (or at least not unflattering).
