Siren Shade: 10 Effortlessly chic ways to wear red
updated the 5 October 2016 à 10:38Fresh, chic and utterly empowering – we show you how to wear this siren shade in 10 different, effortlessly wearable ways.
As far as colours go, red is not a hue that women often gravitate towards, particularly on an everyday basis. The universal colour of passion and sensuality, red can feel like an ostentatious, even dated, shade that many of us shy away from.
Call it blush, cherry, crimson or merlot, red is truly a chic, fresh and universally flattering shade that can make you feel empowered and score you major sartorial points when worn right. Whatever your skin tone, this is a shade that can beautifully contrast against pale skin and enliven tanned or deeper skin tones, and should be incorporated into your wardrobe all-year round.
So, here are 3 useful style tips and 10 ways to effortlessly infuse this bold and unapologetic colour into your work or weekend wardrobe, whether you’re going for a subtle pop of colour or something entirely bold!
Keep Your Makeup Minimal
Because of the intensity of the shade, red is best paired with a muted, fresh-faced makeup look. Red lips are a great option, but keep the rest of the face minimal and go neutral on the eyes. The philosophy here is to simply let the red do the talking.
The Right Shade of Red?
There are many shades of red in the spectrum, some muted, others more vibrant. Discerning between a cool red (more blue pigment) and a warm red (more yellow) is key in deciding the right shade of red for you. Contrary to what many might think, your skin tone (i.e. whether you’re fairer or deeper) does not determine which shade is more suited for you, rather, it has more to do with your skin’s under tones (warm or cool). A quick tip to deciding if you look best in warm or cool shades? Consider which flatters you more: silver jewelry (opt for cool shades) or gold jewelry (opt for warm shades). If both flatters you, then experiment away with both warm and cool reds.
Wear It with Confidence
Red is a bold colour and no doubt eye-catching, so rock it with confidence! Do not let it wear you; it should empower you and make you feel invincible instead.
Sarah Khan
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