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Whether you’re trying to redo your wardrobe or makeup your mannequin’s new outfit knowing how to color block correctly is key to pulling of this daring look.

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    Know your color pallet. Are you a warm or cold pallet? Do you know? If you don’t you should, the right set of colors can make you pop by highlighting your asset and livening up your appearance on the most tired of days. Meanwhile the wrong pallet can add years and distract from your vivaciousness. Here’s a handy chart to help you figure out what your pallet is! If you’re dressing up a mannequin, the color of the mannequin is just as important. Is it white, black, orange, blue? The color makes a difference about what colors of clothing you use.
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    Start Slow. Start with 2 colors: a neutral and a bold color. If you think “these match well” you’re doing it wrong. The contrast has to be a bold strong contrast. Like black and bright yellow, beige and royal blue, white and fire engine red, etc. Once you pick your first two add another bold color.
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    Accessorize! When color blocking, accessorizing is a must. The right belt, clutch/bag or necklace can pull the while outfit together. Make sure you’re accessorizes either follow the same color pallet as you pieces (are you going for warm colors or cool) or completely contrast them. You don’t want a black belt if your shirt if black or a yellow one if you’re top is yellow.
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EditTips

  • Use simple belts. Nothing with lots of detail or embroidery. Color block is about bold simplicity.
  • Color blocking is easier if you wear separates.

EditWarnings

  • More than 5 colours are too much, don't overdo it.
  • Prints, like leopard, are NOT color block.

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