DOES THE COLOUR OF MY SKIN MATTER?

DOES THE COLOUR OF MY SKIN MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

When it comes to choosing jewelry, it is important to select items that flatter and suit your skin tone. By following a few simple tips, you can find the perfect pieces to finish any outfit.

 

STEP ONE

The first step to finding jewelry that accentuates the skin tone is to identify what that tone actually is. This is something that can be done by looking at your wrist, neck and face in different lightings to determine what your undertone is. A cool undertone has a blue/violet hue, while a warm undertone has a yellow/orange hue.

What does this mean? Simply put people with cool undertones suit silver, those with warm undertones suit gold.

Why? Because gold jewelry can make someone with a cool undertone appear extremely pale and unhealthy, on the other hand silver jewelry on warm undertones can look a bit jarring.

Avoid rose gold if you have a pinkish tint to your skin as it will make you seem more red. Rose gold jewelry looks gorgeous on warm tones, but if you’re prone to redness then it will enhance the red in your skin.

 

STEP TWO

The metal color of the jewelry can have a big impact on how it looks on your skin. Consider the hue of your skin tone and find metals that have a complementary hue. Alternatively, using the concepts of color theory can help you pick the best color palette of jewelry to flatter your skin tone.

 

Types of bases used with Jewelry.

Silver, gold, brass, stainless steel, rhodium, wood, wool, leather

 

STEP THREE

It is also important to consider the shapes and textures of the jewelry. What works for someone with a different skin tone may not be as flattering for you, so ensure that the textures chosen are appropriate for your skin tone.

 

STEP FOUR

If you want to take your accessory choices to another level, it could be a good idea to get your colours done by a duly qualified therapist.

Finally, make sure to try on different pieces of jewelry to see what works best for your skin tone. It is not always easy to tell if something will suit you until you have it on your body. Trying on different pieces will help you find the best option to finish off an outfit.

By taking the time to consider your skin tone and choose accordingly, you can find the perfect pieces of jewelry to suit any look.