Green is one of the most tender and pleasant colors for the human eye. It is not annoying, but soothing, usually the most cheerful memories and thoughts about spring, first foliage, green grass, etc. are associated with it.
Green is one of the universal colors that harmoniously look in many situations. Moreover, a diverse palette of shades of this color makes it easy to choose an outfit that is suitable for women of different color types, age, height, build. On the rules of combining green clothes with other elements of the wardrobe and will be discussed in our article.
The value of color in clothes
According to psychologists, green is a very favorable color for a person. It is no wonder that green color and its numerous shades are so often used by designers when creating their clothing collections. And in a completely different stylistic decisions. Green color helps to relax, does not excite and does not irritate, gives tranquility and tunes in a positive way.
Green color is often associated with material wealth, so costumes of this color can often be found on employees of the banking sector.
Light shades of pale green are associated with youth, youth. It is no coincidence that the green dresses, made in a romantic style, look so wonderful on very young girls.
Another advantage of green is its complete self-sufficiency. He, in principle, does not require accessories or additions of a different color. At the same time, green clothing is perfectly combined with clothing that has been designed in different colors and shades.
Green color is very versatile:
- Green clothes can be found on people of different ages and social status, the color is appropriate in everyday life, in a business suit or in an evening dress.
- It is all season. For example, clothes of light green color look more harmonious in the warm season - in spring and summer, while clothes of deeper and darker shades are suitable for autumn.
- Bright, neon green tones are appropriate in youth style. Dark green dress is an ideal option for a celebration.
In order to choose the right clothes of the right shade, you need to make a start from your own color type. For example, warm shades of color are best suited for women with spring and autumn skin type. And to representatives of the type "winter" or "summer" the clothes, sustained in cold shades of green, will perfectly suit.
Red-haired white-skinned girls with green eyes are perfect for all shades of olive, marsh, pistachio and khaki.
Green is one of the most used colors to create an evening look. A tight-fitting emerald-colored dress with a deep slit to the floor perfectly underlines the elegant female silhouette, visually makes the figure slimmer and sleeker. Very often such dresses are complemented by lace, fur, decor in a contrasting color, for example, black.
Green color is perfect for everyday wardrobe. Green pants, dresses, trouser suits, skirts, shorts look great in women's and men's wardrobe and are perfectly combined with other items of clothing, shoes and accessories.
Green color looks very interesting in the office version of clothing. Coming to replace the conservative restrained and dark tones, a suit of deep green color in combination with a snow-white skirt gives the image of a business woman of mystery and irresistible.
Green is one of the most favorite colors for use in wedding wear. And even if the bride does not dare to try on a green dress, she with pleasure uses elements of green color in the dress. These can be elements of decoration, decoration, boutonniere, tiara, shoes or handbag.
Shades
The popularity of the use of green in clothing, primarily due to the huge number of various shades of it (turquoise, emerald, mint, lichen, wormwood, khaki, olive, herbal, apple, green).
Green color itself is obtained by mixing yellow and blue colors in equal proportions, and its shades are obtained by adding other colors to the base color. For example, white color is added to obtain a light green tint. The noble olive shade turned out as a result of mixing yellow, brown and green colors.
A light shade of the first green can be obtained, if you mix the light green color with yellow, and if you add more yellow, you will get a lemon green shade.
A little blue - and the classic green will turn into a luxurious emerald green.
How to combine with other colors?
Creating a beautiful and harmonious image with a green dress, pants, waistcoat, skirt, blouse, shoes and accessories is quite simple. To do this, remember the basic rules of combining colors with other shades.
The color compatibility options can be divided into three large groups:
- Monochrome compatibility. The basis of the image is one color, which is complemented by several of its own shades.
- Complimentary compatibility. This version is based on the game of contrasts. For example, green will look great with red. It should not be forgotten that only one color should occupy a leading position in the image.
- Triadic compatibility. The image should contain three equidistant shades or colors.
Now, as for the compatibility of green and other colors:
- Green and white. Universal combination. Any shade of green looks great on the background of white clothes. For example, white blouse + green skirt, pants, shorts.
- Green and black. Restrained black color is always in harmony with any shades of green. Bright green makes it more subdued, deep, rich shade makes it even more expressive.
- Green and red. Bright, self-sufficient colors always look very impressive in combination with each other. In order for the image not to look flashy, one of these colors must be darker.
- Green and orange. Bright, saturated summer colors harmoniously complement each other. Looks very stylish, for example, a green suit and accessories of a rich orange color or vice versa.
- Green and brown. The combination of these two colors comes from nature itself (earth and grass, trees and foliage). That is why the combination of these colors in clothes looks very harmonious and natural.
- Green and yellow. A blouse or top in a cool yellow shade is perfect for an emerald or mint green skirt. Clothes of warmer yellow color will play in a new way against the background of light green, olive or khaki colors.
- Green and purple. One of the most successful combinations. Delicate shades of foliage, herbs and mint perfectly harmonize with the color of lavender and lilac.
- Green and pink. An interesting combination, especially if the clothes are matched in soft, light shades of both colors.
- Green and blue. Cold shades of green look great with azure blue, cobalt hue, gray-blue.
Table
Base color |
What is the best match |
Light green |
With different shades of brown, dark blue, red |
Olive |
With beige, orange, blue, gray, brown, golden, ultramarine, red |
Light green |
With pale pink, beige, gold, deep orange, steel, dark blue |
Dark green |
With warm yellow, orange, scarlet, burgundy |
Green |
With different shades of yellow and orange, lilac, gray colors |
Yellow green |
With different shades of red, beige, purple and blue |
Grassy |
With different shades of purple, scarlet, pale pink, steel color |
Fashion trends 2017
Green is one of the main favorites of the upcoming season. The most popular will be all the bright shades of this color, as well as yellow-green tones that remind everyone of the arrival of spring, the appearance of tender leaves and the blossoming of nature.
In a fashion there will be not only green color, but also bright combinations with his participation. For example, green trousers will look great with a yellow or orange blouse, and bright yellow sandals can be worn with a green sundress.
For those who prefer classic combinations in clothes, green accessories, such as gloves, an umbrella or a handbag, in addition to a snow-white or black coat will help you to be in trend.
Who is going to?
This color is universal. Its gamut has dozens of different contrasting shades that suit women with different skin color, eyes, hair.
In addition, a properly selected green shade also has corrective properties. A great way to make the figure more subtle and elegant is to choose a beautiful dress made of thick satin shades of malachite or emerald. Warm green shades on the contrary - will give volume where it is needed.
With regard to the choice of green color for the color type, red-haired girls can choose clothes of any shade of green, almost without thinking. This is the perfect combination.
The fair-haired beauties will enjoy warm, pleasant shades of green (lime, lime, mint). The beauty of brunettes will emphasize a deep emerald hue, the color of bottle glass, jade or malachite.
Brown-haired girls should pay attention to the calm, dull shades of green (the color of the first foliage, for example).
What to wear?
Choosing the right shoes, accessories or other items of clothing under the green color, we must start from its compatibility with clothing of other shades.
As for the choice of accessories, gold will be the perfect match for a green dress or a strict suit. If you want to choose jewelery to match the tone, then with a cool green look best ornaments of a light, pastel range (mint, pistachio). Green jewelry (brooch, pendant) is a great way to liven up a boring official image and give it a touch of freshness.
Choosing a bright, eye-catching green accessory, for example, the original shape of a handbag decorated with rhinestones, we must remember that such an object in itself attracts attention. Therefore, the rest of the clothes should look much more modest and restrained. This may be a business suit, a white blouse and a black skirt, a concise dress.
A green handbag always looks win-win with white or black clothes. Here you can add all shades of purple, gold, blue and red.
Lightweight, airy green scarf will add any image of elegance and lightness. This accessory will beautifully set off a beige, gold or steel blouse.
Green trousers are perfectly combined with different clothing options: top, shirt, shirt, tunic, blouse, turtleneck, etc. Here the main thing that colors are in harmony with each other.
Green shoes look most natural in spring and summer. However, wearing bright green boots with a brown, red or black coat is a great way to diversify the restrained colors of autumn and give them fresh colors.
If a coat, jacket, down jacket, fur coat and other outerwear are designed in one of the shades of green (especially bright), then it is good if there is another object of the same shade in the image. This may be shoes, bag, umbrella, hairpin in the hair, etc. The rest of the clothes and decorations should be made in a much more restrained color scheme.
Images
An excellent summer set for a business lady: a light skirt on a yoke, decorated with an interesting print, a pale green shirt and elegant shoes with heels. The image is harmoniously complemented by a neat handbag emerald color.
A light, airy, unusually feminine dress, made in a combination of white and pale green, creates a surprisingly gentle, exciting image.
Original design green shoes with high heels perfectly complement the set of colorful dresses and denim jackets. The image perfectly complements a small green handbag.