{"id":2221,"date":"2025-05-08T17:15:38","date_gmt":"2025-05-08T09:15:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carmenscolours.com\/?p=2221"},"modified":"2025-05-08T17:15:38","modified_gmt":"2025-05-08T09:15:38","slug":"six-colours-that-flatter-almost-everyone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carmenscolours.com\/nl\/six-colours-that-flatter-almost-everyone\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Colours that flatter (almost) everyone"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>And how to make them work for y<em>ou<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Did you know there are colours that look at least okay on every person, no matter their skin tone or colour season?<\/p>\n<p>These shades are known as <strong>universal colours<\/strong>. While they might not be your absolute best, they won\u2019t clash with your natural colouring either. That makes them incredibly useful in situations where many people need to look good in the same shade; think uniforms, team photos, or bridesmaids\u2019 dresses.<\/p>\n<p>And if you love one of these colours but it\u2019s not part of your palette? No problem, there are easy ways to make it work for you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>These are the 6 most widely flattering colours:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Teal<\/strong>: a balanced bluey green<\/li>\n<li><strong>True Red<\/strong>: classic, clear, and vibrant<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eggplant<\/strong>: a rich, muted purple<\/li>\n<li><strong>Off White<\/strong>: softer than bright white<\/li>\n<li><strong>Neutral Navy<\/strong>: not too dark, not too warm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Periwinkle<\/strong>: a soft blue with a hint of violet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Why Universal Colours Matter<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Even if they\u2019re not your top-tier tones, universal colours are great to know. They give you options when:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You&#8217;re working with group colours (like branding, uniforms, or events)<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019re unsure of someone else\u2019s palette and want a safe choice<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019re easing into colour and want to keep things simple<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>They also give flexibility to those moments when you love to wear a colour that\u2019s not in your season.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Not in Your Palette? Here\u2019s What to Do<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If a universal shade doesn\u2019t harmonise with your features, <strong>balance it out with accessories or makeup in your best tones<\/strong>.<br \/>A warm lipstick, a cool-toned necklace, or a scarf in one of your best colours near your face can make all the difference.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Colour analysis isn\u2019t about rules, it\u2019s about giving you tools.<\/strong><br \/>You get to decide how and when to use them. Whether you wear your palette head-to-toe or just keep it in mind while adding a pop of colour, the goal is always the same: helping you feel confident, polished, and fully <em>you<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>Curious about what colours light <em>you<\/em> up? I\u2019d love to help you find out.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:gallery --><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>And how to make them work for you Did you know there are colours that look at least okay on every person, no matter their skin tone or colour season? These shades are known as universal colours. While they might not be your absolute best, they won\u2019t clash with your natural colouring either. 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