We all know red is a very sexy colour and can be extremely powerful. However knowing how to wear it can be difficult. There is a vast array of shades of red and if you pick the wrong one for your skin tone it will completely wash you out and ruin your look. This article with give you some advice and tips on picking the best red for you.
Red can range from a soft pinky red right through plums and purple reds. Some will make you look amazing and some will make you look downright awful. There are various way to look at this is to group people into 6 main categories. Find your category and find your red. Obviously this is not a complete and detailed analysis and one of the best ways to choose your red is to hold it up to your face.
If when you look at yourself in the mirror your face looks sullen and is overpowered by the red, it is wrong for you. If on the other hand your face looks bright and shines above the red, then you have found the right one.
Below are a list of the six main categories, the characteristics of each and the best red to wear:
Light
People who have blonde or light brown hair with pale blue, gray or green eyes will normally fall into this category. If this describes you then stick with pale reds that have a blue undertone. Nothing too orangey as this just won’t work with you.
Deep
If you have dark brown or black hair with dark eyes then you will be in this category. Look for dark and strong reds to wear as this will complement your colouring. Again stick with reds that have a blue undertone and stay away from the orangey reds.
Warm
If you have red hair with any eye colour and a golden skin tone then you will fall into the warm category. The best reds for you are those that are orangey, they will perfectly complement your skin tone and hair colour. Anything too blue with make you look washed out and should be avoided at all costs.
Cool
People who have ash blond or gray hair with any eye colour will fall into this category. If this describes you then you are best to stick to the purple-reds and those that have a bule undertone. Again stay away from orange.
Clear
If you have dark brown or black hair with blue eyes then this is your category. The best reds for you to wear are clear bright reds almost like the pillar box colour.
Soft
Do you have dark blonde or brown hair with eye that are soft coloured in blue, green or brown? If so then this is your category. You will notice that there is very little contrast between your hair, eye and skin colour. If you fall into this category then the best colours for you to wear are soft and muted reds like claret or raspberry.
It is important to remember that anybody can wear red it is just getting it right that matters. Remember that the red you choose should reflect your natural hair, eye and skin colours so that there is a consistency. As mentioned before, follow the above rules but check before you buy and make sure the red you choose enhances your colouring and does not hide it.
