Well, honey, let me tell you, this old gal knows a thing or two about looking good, even with my brown skin. I’ve seen a lot of seasons, and I’ve figured out what colors make me shine and what colors make me look, well, like I’ve been rolling in the dirt.
You see, this brown skin of mine, it’s like the good earth after a rain. It’s rich and it’s deep. So, you gotta know what colors go well with brown skin, you know? Not every color is gonna make you look your best.
First off, let me tell ya, red, that’s a good one. Not just any red, mind you. We are talking like a good cherry red. The color of a ripe, juicy cherry, that kind of red. That color, it just pops against brown skin. It’s like a firecracker on the Fourth of July! Makes you stand out, it does.
- Cherry red
- Bright yellow, like the sun!
- That green, what do they call it? Emerald? Yeah, that’s a good one too.
Now, I ain’t no fancy pants, but I’ve seen those city folks with their fancy clothes. They wear all sorts of colors. But you gotta pick the right ones. Like that bright yellow, like the sun. That’ll make your brown skin glow. You’ll look like you just stepped out of a sunbeam, child.
And green, not just any green, you want a deep green. Like the leaves on a big oak tree in the summer. They call it emerald or something. That’s a good color for us brown-skinned folks. Makes you look alive, like you’re part of nature. Colors go well with brown skin if they match your glow, you understand?
Now, some folks say you gotta wear them earthy colors. You know, browns and oranges. And yeah, those can look good too. Like a terracotta pot, or a field of wheat ready for harvest. Those colors, they feel like home to me. But don’t overdo it, or you’ll just blend in with the background.
- Terracotta, like a flower pot
- Olive green, that’s a nice one
- Deep reds, not too bright, not too dark
And blue, honey, blue is our friend. Not the bright, screaming blue. But a soft, gentle blue, like the sky on a clear day. That kind of blue will make you look peaceful, like you got not a care in the world. And white, oh, white is nice. It makes your brown skin look so rich and smooth. Like cream in your coffee, you know? Off-white is fine, too.
You see, colors go well with brown skin when they make you feel good. It ain’t just about what other folks say. It’s about how you feel inside. If you feel good, you’ll look good, no matter what color you’re wearing.
Now, there are some colors you best stay away from. Bright, screaming colors, like some of them parrots I’ve seen. They might look good on a bird, but they ain’t gonna do you no favors. And them dark colors, like black and dark brown, they can make you look a little dull. Unless you’re going for that look, then you do you, honey.
They say you should wear these “undertone shades” like maroon, faded brown, beige, jungle green, or white. That’s if you want to look like you’re fading into the background. Me, I like to stand out. But if that’s your style, then go for it.
- No super bright greens!
- Stay away from the real bright blues, too.
- Yellow can be tricky, be careful.
I remember this one time, I wore this bright orange dress to a barn dance. Well, let me tell you, I stood out like a sore thumb. But not in a good way. I looked like a pumpkin in a patch of green beans. Learned my lesson that day, I did. So, knowing what colors go well with brown skin is important, you see?
And don’t be afraid to try new things. You might be surprised what looks good on you. Just hold it up to your skin and see how it makes you feel. If it makes you feel good, then wear it. If it makes you feel like hiding under a bushel basket, then put it back. It’s that simple.
You young folks today, you got so many choices. Back in my day, we just wore what we had. But you, you can pick and choose. So choose wisely. Pick colors that make you feel good, that make you feel beautiful. Because you are beautiful, honey. Don’t you ever forget that. Your brown skin is beautiful, and the right colors will just make it even more so.
So, to wrap it all up, colors go well with brown skin if they make you shine. Reds, yellows, greens, blues, whites. They all can look good. Just remember to pick the right shades, and don’t be afraid to experiment. And most importantly, wear what makes you feel good. That’s the secret, honey. That’s the secret to looking good, no matter what color your skin is.
