Many times, before packing, we face doubts when it comes to assembling the look for a work day, for a tour or event. Knowing possible color combinations can make your routine easier to assemble your production and optimize your time.
Knowing classic color combinations can also help you make important decisions when buying a piece, as well as providing a more conscious purchase.
Because when buying a piece of clothing, it is always important to analyze which of the options best suits the items already in your closet.
Check out twenty classic color combinations below that will give you new ideas for possibilities to recreate looks with the pieces you already have and how to insert new colors in your wardrobe, even if it is in shoes or accessories.
1. Black and white
This is certainly the most likely and everlasting combination by Coco Chanel. This combination is easy to accomplish because it is made of neutral colors and we easily have items of these colors in the closet. Both colors can be present in different pieces, but also merged in the same piece. To escape the total neutral look, metal and stone accessories can break the? Seriousness? of the look. This color combination provides great visual elegance for more formal events.
2. Military black and green
The military green alone already provides a more urban and casual look. In winter it is very common to see the military green color present in coats and parkas, but it can also be present in pants, especially those of skinny modeling. To match the look with these winter-like colors, boots are certainly welcome, even black or brown.
3. Black and wine
The wine, which recently also received other denominations and nuances such as burgundy and marsala, is a classic color and commonly seen in winter collections of major brands. This color can be responsible for breaking black monochrome looks and offering charm and class to the look.
4. Black, white and red
These three colors can be joined in separate pieces or in a single print. Red adds extra charm to the already traditional combination of black and white colors. For winter, a red coat can be a great investment and represent this color in the look.
5. Grayscale
White and black are the colors that are in the gray scale. Certainly looks composed with these colors will be highly neutral and sober. To create a differential, use deep gold or silver accessories, even with stones. Or invest in warm-colored shoes or purses.
6. Ash and wine
A wine pants is a piece that is the face of winter and can easily be combined with a jacket, knitting, or even a gray t-shirt. The colors complement each other and the wine stands out in this combination, and this is one more reason for you to guarantee at least one piece wine in your cupboard.
7. Gray and Light Pink
This color combination can certainly create a look with "girlie" references, due to the delicacy that these united colors convey. Pink is a great alternative to graying out the totally basic and neutral look. In the look suggestions, the pink skirt can be combined with a gray sweatshirt, or a grayish wash jeans can be combined with a light pink blouse or blazer.
8. Gray and Blue
These colors can be merged into their more intense versions, creating a higher contrast, or their milder versions. Light gray with baby blue is an unusual combination, but very harmonious and certainly combinable with black accessories and shoes.
9. Gray and yellow
Yellow gives an extra highlight in a look where gray is predominant. Yellow can be present in the piece itself, contrasting with another gray piece, but can also be the protagonist of the look if worn on a shoe or purse.
10. Mustard and Navy Blue
This combination is synonymous with sophistication and works very well. A key tip in this combination is not to join pieces or accessories with too much information, because both colors already protagonize the look and should receive the most attention, so avoid a polluted or loaded look.
11. Shades of Blue
The combination of these colors is easily performed and some denim piece also fulfills its role in the "ton sur ton" look. Brown and caramel accessories add lightness to the look by contrasting colors. Gold accessories are also welcome to harmonize with these colors.
12. Beige Tones
The combination of these colors may look very? at first, but with the right accessories and shoes, it can be very sophisticated. Red shoes or handbags can bring the look to life, or even eye-catching necklaces or earrings.
13. Blue and Beige
These two colors are opposite in the color circle, and surely complement each other when together in a look. The blue color in its royal version also contrasts very well with beige and becomes the protagonist of the look.
14. Navy
The navy style refers to sailors, prioritizing the colors white, blue and red. Lists are also key to composing looks inspired by this reference. In accessories, the anchors can give the finishing touch and gold necklaces and earrings usually stand out with the mix of colors.
15. Red and Beige
Red undoubtedly has the function of enhancing a look with the color beige. In addition to being able to wear one piece of each color, you can also wear red accessories or shoes to add the finishing touch to a full beige look.
16. Coral and Nude
These colors can be complementary in a look. Nude acts as a backdrop that highlights the choir, and together they provide a refined look. Nude can range from a shade closer to beige to a shade closer to pink, and this color combination turns into a great alternative to a more formal look.
17. Pink and Blue
This is also a combination of colors that can create a girlie look. If you want to avoid combining the colors in their most intense version, jeans can work very well to soften the look and keep the tone blue. To maintain the sophistication of the look, nude shoes are a great way out.
18. Green and Blue
Although many people have some resistance to this combination, they can work very well. Colors in their most intense versions can easily compose a look with the Color Block reference, while colors in their "candy" version. (pastel shades) can work more smoothly and discreetly.
19. Blue and White
You probably have blue and white pieces in your wardrobe, and this is one of the easiest combinations to perform in any look. These two colors naturally complete each other and are a safer possibility for those who do not seek to dare. The merged pieces can be one of each color or merge both colors into one pattern. It is very common to find prints inspired by Portuguese tiles, which clearly reign in blue and white.
20. Gray and Beige
These colors are extremely neutral and often present in winter looks. Trench coats (which are knee-length coats with prominent buttons) are easily found in beige and can easily match gray t-shirts or pants.
Once you know twenty classic color combinations, you will optimize your time when choosing your production. Take advantage of all the tips to create new possible looks with the pieces you already have and to help you make more conscious purchases.
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