Colors Best Suited for Your Skin Tone

By Jasmine Roziers

We all have heard of the terms pale, medium, olive and dark to describe skin tones. There are even more skin colors in between these colors. Some colors work best with certain skin tones. Here are some colors to incorporate into your hijab or wardrobe.

1. If you have more pinker undertones then you most likely have an ivory coloring to you. Some colors that pop against your skin are emerald green, magenta, and baby blues. These colors look even more vibrant and beautiful against your skin. Actress Emma Stone is pictured above wearing an emerald green blazer.

1. If you have olive or tan skin then you are considered a medium. Some colors that look good against your tan are yellow, pinks and metallic golds. These colors truly pop against your glowing skin. Actress, Jessica Alba is wearing a pink maxi skirt. 

3. If you are ebony or dark complected, it is important to keep the color. You do not want to look "washed out". Try to wear red, cobalt blue and a pastel yellow. These colors radiate against your rich skin and do not make you look pale or washed out. Oscar-winning actress, Lupita Nyong'o is wearing a red gown. 

These are not rules meant to always be followed. Fashion rules are meant to experiment with and to break. Do not feel like you can only wear those colors, wear what you are most comfortable in. Most importantly, wear what makes you feel beautiful.