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How to color block outfits – Color blocking simply means the combination of many colours or hues to create your desired look. The color blocking trend is age long in history and it seems designers are not giving up in creating stunning designs of this style. It is unarguably well patronized in red carpet events, fashion displays and one of the most popular outfits that most celebrities and classy men and women don’t joke with.
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For you to color block, you don’t need to do anything special as the colours that you need to achieve this look may already be in your wardrobe. There are many guides also available to enable you make the perfect combination in case you are confused on what to do. The color wheel is a great tool that will help you to start your color blocking journey. One thing you should know about the color wheel is that either you are making use of the complementary colors or you are using the analogous colours which I will explain later. Color blocked outfits can be worn as both a formal, casual, evening dress and corporate wears by both ladies and men.
Here are some simple ideas on how to color block your outfits
1. Complete the bold colours with neutral colours
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When you are not confident about wearing bold colours, you can offset it with neutral colors. Examples of neutral colors are gray, white, ash, black, caramel, etc. This will give you the perfect hue combination that you desire. Work more with your accessories to make sure that they are in perfect match with your chosen colors.
2. Bold colors can equally go with bold colors
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Pairing your color blocking outfits with bold colors such as pink, green, blue, yellow or any other bold color will give you a sharp and attractive look. One sure way to be on the right track when making this choice is to make use of your color wheel. Complementary colors are widely a great choice for this color block style.
3. Monochromatic colors can also be used to color block
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Different shades of the same color will also give you a good look. There are various shades or hues in every color that you can use to achieve this. You can start with the bold of that color to the light color of it or the reverse may be the case. If you make use of the color wheel, analogous colors can give you an idea on how to do this.
4. Bright colors can go with bright colors
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You can make use of the bright color of any of your favourite color to achieve this look. Just check out for the colors that will give you a good look, and combine it wisely. Match it up with the right accessories.
5. You can chose other complementary or matching colors to pair with other colors
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When you want to put on that your favourite look with your jeans, palazzo, or any other outfits, just pick up your color wheel and select your desired and matching outfits to get that best look that you desire. We discovered that ladies are falling in love with pink, Emerald green and yellow this season.
6. Neon with neon
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Neon colors glow with intensity. The give the best sight in color blocking when used together. Therefore, combine neon with neon or pastel with pastel.
7. One color blocked outfit also looks gorgeous
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Your fashion designer may equally help you do this job already doing the color blocking for you. Here, the best match hues are combined together to create a perfect combination and the choice of other matching accessories are left for you. In this method, the color blocked stripes and patterns are place in their best position and arrangement for you.
Tips for Color Blocking
1. Make use of the color wheel when confused on how to combine the colors
The color wheel is handy tool that will guide you in your choice of color. In the color wheel, you have the complementary aand analogous colors. The complementary colors are the colors that are opposite to each other while the analogous colors are the one that are next to each other in the color wheel. For instance, Green is complementary to pink while blue is analogous to pink. Complementary colors will give you a more bold appearance with different colors while analogous colors will give you a cool color combination of similar shade or with a little difference.
2. Don’t choose many colors at the same time
If you don’t want to create unnecessary attention to your outfit rather than you, then, limit your choice of colors to at most three. You don’t need to put on the whole colors before you can color block. If you are a beginner, try experimenting with different colors before you get your perfect choice of color.
3. Avoid excessive make up
Light make up is greatly recommended most especially when you want to color block. You can use nude colors to get a cool and pleasing look to the eye. Don’t wear that “masquerade look” by going with too much make up.
4. Some accessories are there to help you achieve your perfect look
There are also some color blocking accessories available out there such as shoes, handbags, necklaces and other jewelries. Choose the one that will complement with your choice of outfit and colors and also pay attention to their colors so that you don’t end up creating many colors for your outfits.
5. Consider your Skin tone
If you have a dark skin tone, it is advisable you go for bright colors, if you have are fair skin tone, then try making use of the bold or dark shade. You can equally try to have a combination of both for both skin tones.
6. Be bold and confident
Have you made up your mind to color block, then go ahead and step out confidently and stylishly. Know that you are putting on an “eye catchy” outfits, therefore, don’t be intimidated by the various glances that you will get at the outfit. Most are admiration looks.
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