How to Color-Coordinate an Outfit

Coordinating fashion outfits is a matter of understanding how colors work together. Whether you choose to match outfits using various tones of one color or use complementary colors, you don't have to be a fashionista to look great. Here are tips on coordinating

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Look through fashion magazines. Cut out pictures of outfits that you like and place them in a folder. You'll soon see that you lean toward a specific style. Knowing the style will help you make decisions you'll be happy with for a long time.

2. Put together coordinating outfits by selecting clothing items of the same color family such as ivory, gray or beige. The results will be a monochromatic look that never goes out of style.

3. Choose companion colors that always work well together, such as black and white or pink and gray. Classic color combinations like these always look good no matter what the trend is this season.

4. Create a bold fashion statement by selecting colors that oppose each other on the color wheel. This is a technique often used by interior designers to create bold and beautifully decorated rooms.

5. Build your wardrobe by choosing three colors that coordinate well together such as black, gray and pink. Regardless of what article of clothing you purchase in these colors, they will all coordinate, stretching your wardrobe and your budget.

Tips & Warnings

• You can reference a color wheel online or at a local paint store.
• Purchase the best quality clothing you can afford. Such quality shows.
• Make sure your clothing fits properly. Many retail stores offer tailoring when you purchase their clothing. If not, you can find a tailor through your local dry-cleaning establishment.