Until recently, everyone was sure that female appearance color types are divided into four groups in accordance with the four seasons. But recently it was found out that each color has its own subgroups, since it is extremely difficult to “fit” a huge number of people to a single standard. The color type "contrasting summer" is on the agenda. How is it characteristic, what are its main qualities? What clothes are suitable for representatives of this color? We'll figure it out.
Small introduction
In the view of most people, the "summer" color type is a girl with fair skin of a warm shade, gray or blue eyes, light or blond curls. She has an extremely gentle "light" appearance, which can even be called a little dull. Only with a competent presentation, such a face will look catchy and expressive. But few people know thata less common type is "contrasting summer". Photos of such women show a considerable similarity with the "winter" color, but this is the key mistake. "Winter" is a combination of polarities. White, porcelain skin and black or bright blue eyes. At the same time, the hair has a very saturated color - blue-black, bright brown or red. But as for the "contrasting summer" color type, its palette is as muted as possible. Let's find out what these girls look like.
Type characteristics
In fact, we meet this appearance on the streets several times a day. The color "contrasting summer" is very common, and it can be inherent in a girl by nature, or it can be artificially bred, and at the same time it will look quite natural. It's simple - in order to turn from a classic light or cold "summer" into a more contrasting young lady, it is enough to dye your light or blond curls in a darker tone. It can be ash brown, ash dark blond or ash brown. So, it is already becoming clear what the owner of this color looks like. Her skin is fair, but not porcelain, as it has beige or olive undertones. The eyes are most often chameleons. It is based on a gray tone, it can shimmer with blue, green and even nutty hues. The hair color of the "contrasting summer" color type is definitely dark, but has a cold undertone, which is why they do not look bright, but restrained, muffled. In a word, this appearancelaconic, moderately bright, but very aristocratic and restrained. It combines both dark and light colors, but they all belong to the pastel palette.
Wardrobe selection criteria
Of course, in this case we will not consider specific models of clothing, cutouts, lengths of skirts and trousers and silhouettes of jackets. All this already depends on the type of figure, and we have on the agenda the type of "contrasting summer", that is, a natural palette. Based on it, it is important for us to correctly choose colors in clothes and learn how to combine them with each other. This is extremely important, since you can often find women on the streets who look ridiculous, although they seem to be dressed decently. All due to the fact that they illiterately approached the choice of shades for their wardrobe, and as a result, they suppressed their own external data. So, the palette of "contrasting summer" is exclusively pastel, muted colors. They should not "scream", should not be bright, catchy, defiant. Each shade you choose in clothes (by the way, in makeup too) must be soft, restrained and even a little faded.
Body or cold?
There is an extremely erroneous opinion that for the "contrasting summer" color type, colors should be chosen exclusively from the cold spectrum. This belief comes from the peculiarities of choosing a shade for the classic "summer", but in this case the rule does not work. How to be? It is worth proceeding from the personal characteristics of your appearance, adhering to the general rule - pastel colors. For example, what colorssuitable for "contrasting summer" if there are brown or hazel blotches in the eyes, the skin is prone to tanning, and the hair is dyed in the shade "Frost chestnut"? That's right, a warm pastel palette would be ideal. This is a nude color, coffee with milk, pale brown, pale yellow, a shade of rose quartz, etc. And what tones will be relevant for girls with gray-blue eyes, dark blond curls and olive skin? Correct answer: gray, dark turquoise, dark blue (but not bright), lemon, etc.
But remember that sometimes there are exceptions. It depends on the features of the color in which the thing is painted, and on the uniqueness of the appearance. Sometimes a light brown suit will look perfect in combination with cold shades in appearance. However, everything can happen and vice versa.
Colors and their features
There are no colors in nature that would not fit this or that color. There are inappropriate shades that incorrectly present a certain appearance and make it either faded or crushed with its brightness. As for the "contrasting summer", in general, all existing colors in nature are also suitable for this color, it is only important to choose them in the shade that most advantageously emphasizes the features of the appearance. We propose to consider the most fashionable and most popular tones, and how to try them on this color scheme. But keep in mind the fact that everything is selected only individually. Even if this color is on our list, it may not suit you specifically.
Smoky blue
This is an extremely calm, harmonious and restrained color, which can be safely called basic. It can be present in any thing - a suit, dress, coat or even a light blouse. Despite the fact that this shade is considered neutral, it looks very interesting. This is not the bright blue that we are all used to seeing, this is something mysterious, immersed in the fog. This color will look especially good on those representatives of the "contrasting summer", whose skin has a cold undertone, their hair is ashy, and their eyes are gray or gray-blue.
Grey-blue
This cold color for the "contrasting summer" color type is the link. Not only does it decorate, it is also able to emphasize the dignity of appearance, besides, the shade looks bewitching. The beauty of the gray-blue color is that it is versatile, and despite its pastel, it is quite attractive. If a suit or dress is made in a gray-blue hue, the outfit will instantly attract the views of others. And blouses, trousers, sweaters or shorts of this color will look "at ease", that is, they will become a logical addition to other brighter things. In this color, you can also pick up accessories - a handbag, shoes, or maybe stones in earrings? Not a bad option!
Purple Gray
Lilac Gray is a unique color. It is like the embodiment of magic - mysterious, deep, but at the same time not at all bright, notcatchy, but very modest. Lilac looks especially advantageous on translucent clothes - chiffon blouses and maxi skirts, light sundresses, ribbons, capes. It will also be relevant when it comes to good-quality outerwear - a trench or coat. Another lilac-gray tone would be appropriate in accessories. It can be not only standard shoes, a bag and earrings, but also scarves, gloves, handkerchiefs, hats, belts or even muffs.
In the realm of the sun
Ideal colors for "contrasting summer" are yellow tones, which is quite logical. After all, in the summer it is the sun that pleases us with its warm rays, so girls who are related to this season can a priori wear this color scheme. So, it is worth remembering the main pastel rule - our yellow cannot be bright, catchy, dark or too defiant. There are several options that are ideal for such women:
- Lemon. Fresh, cold, light and very interesting shade. It will look great on tanned skin, but at the same time make the look fresh and light.
- Pale yellow. The color differs from its predecessor in undertone - here it is warm. Just take the yellow gouache from the children's set and splash white there - and here you get the desired result.
- Okhra. This is a warm, rich, even dark color, but it belongs to the pastel palette, so it suits us. Ideal for suits, coats, hats, dresses and trousers.
Shadesgreens
Clothes for the "contrasting summer" color type can be unusual and bright, one has only to remember the bewitching green color. But do not immediately run to the store and buy the brightest blouse of a grassy shade - they will not paint you. Opt for a more muted palette and you will look even more attractive.
- Emerald - perhaps one of the brightest shades that the owner of this type can afford. The color is good because it is bright, shimmers, sparkles, but does not look vulgar. It will be an excellent basis for a creative costume or evening dress.
- Dark turquoise or aquamarine. Natural, soft, but at the same time deep tone, which makes the image exciting, mysterious and majestic. The color looks great both in evening dresses and in simple everyday clothes.
- Olive. Unlike the previous version, this color scheme has a pronounced warm undertone. It will look perfect in combination with tanned skin, as well as against the background of hazel eyes.
Taupe
You might think that now we will talk about an extremely boring, faded and "no" shade. But practice shows that both designers and ordinary girls choose this tone, and all because it is universal. The shade is very interesting, as it combines the depth and magic of brown and the neutrality of a monochrome range. It can be extremely dark and deep, or it can be light (like coffee with milk). SuchThe palette for a contrasting summer is extremely successful, as it emphasizes the calmness and conciseness of the image, complements it, but does not come to the fore. Suits, coats, dresses or accessories can be made in any of the tones of taupe.
Life in pink
Delicate and feminine pink looks incredibly beautiful on the representatives of the "contrasting summer". The palette that is acceptable in this case is pale, muted and diluted with white tones.
- A shade of Rose Quartz or Rose Quartz. More recently, this color was considered one of the most popular, leading designers literally stamped collections from it. Now it has become a new classic. The shade is notable for the fact that it contains warm notes. At the same time, it is translucent, light and not bright at all.
- Dark pink. In fact, this is the same rose quartz, only a few steps darker. It is best suited for outerwear, suits, but its predecessor is an excellent base for light chiffon outfits.
Mint color
Mint color rarely appears in fashion shows, and is most often found in off-size models. He seemed to be lost between the mega-popular turquoise and rich olive - this is a transitional shade. Try it on yourself, you will fall in love with it. Soft, pastel, muted, but at the same time non-standard, expressive, attracting attention. Most often, mint color is chosen for sewing summer dresses and sundresses, it is also goodlooks on blouses, t-shirts and blouses. If a suit, a strict dress, and even more so a coat is kept in this shade, you will definitely become the center of attention.
Cream Shores
Without light-colored clothes, any wardrobe will be too monotonous and uninteresting. But when it comes to such a delicate color as a contrasting summer, there can be no talk of a snow-white color. Let's leave this color for "winter" girls, and we ourselves will remember about cream. It even has a tasty and inviting name - this shade is a mix of beige and white, it is incredibly delicate, light and very stylish. The cream color is universal - both suits and coats, as well as light summer things look great in its performance. Be sure, if you choose clothes in so many light colors, shade it with accessories. They can be aged in any of the above colors.
Marsala - tribute to fashion
The last shade we're talking about today is a blend of raspberry, ripe cherry and red. The color, known by the buzzword "marsala", turned out to be suitable for the "contrasting summer" color type. Photos prove to us that this tone makes girls with such an appearance more than bright. The eyes become more expressive, the hair color becomes saturated, the skin shimmers with all shades of tan and bronze. It is important to remember that marsala is very rich, so it is recommended to wear it only for evening events. This color does not tolerate competition - you can complement it either with black tones or milky, but not blue or green.
But what aboutmonochrome palette?
And this question is extremely logical. If we are considering a contrasting natural color, which is also designed in cool colors, then why not wear clothes in white, gray and black? You can certainly wear it, but in small "quantities". These colors are great as complementary elements to any of the shades listed above. They will serve as an inconspicuous foundation, support, while the leading shade will lead in the image. It is not recommended for representatives of the "contrasting summer" to create images in the spirit of Total Black or dress from head to toe in snow-white clothes. Note that even for a wedding dress, a warmer fabric should be chosen, which will emphasize olive skin. As for the gray tone, it is also not recommended to wear it completely. It is acceptable to wear a gray dress or suit, and as an addition, use accessories in the color of Marsala, smoky blue or emerald.
