Here’s what the colour of your outfit says about you
Is your wardrobe full of black clothes? Do you always end up wearing the same red dress to parties? These choices may seem random but in fact reveal a lot about your personality because, as we’ve been learning from colour psychologists, the shade of your outfit says more than you think. If you particularly love a certain hue, it seems there’s a reason.
Read on to see what your colour choice says about you, according to the experts…
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Helsi
Vivi Strapless Cocktail Dress in Seafoam Multi at Nordstrom, Size X-Large Blue
$468.75
$625.00
Nordstrom
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Ganni
Blue Seersucker Check Midi Dress - Size 10/12 Organic Cotton
$187.50
$375.00
GANNI
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& Other Stories
square neck mini dress with shirred bodice in blue floral print
$66.60
$111.00
ASOS
Blue is typically a cold colour, and psychologists warn that wearing blue can convey an icy personality. But it’s not all frosty – this is accompanied by a sense of authority, reliability, control, as well as a strong sense of composure. In short: wear blue at your next important meeting if you want to make a good impression.
Alo
| Airlift Solar Visor Hat in Pink Wild Rose
$78.00
Alo Yoga
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Alex Evenings
Embroidered Lace Mock Two-Piece Gown with Jacket in Blush at Nordstrom, Size 10 Rose
$171.75
$229.00
Nordstrom
Alo
| Aspire Tank Top in Pink Wild Rose/White, Size: Medium
$68.00
Alo Yoga
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Helsi
Athena Strapless Gown in Blush at Nordstrom, Size X-Small Rose
$230.00
$575.00
Nordstrom
Wearing pink, the experts tell us, is a sign of a persons deep need to express themselves. And what does pink express? Apparently: shyness, intelligence and romance. On the contrary, if you love to wear the brightest shades of pink, this communicates a fiery personality and a sense of independence.
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Ganni
Blue Seersucker Check Midi Dress - Size 10/12 Organic Cotton
$187.50
$375.00
GANNI
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Alexander McQueen
Tartan Peak Shoulder Wool Blazer in Navy-Green-Yellow at Nordstrom, Size 4 Us
$1,620.00
$2,700.00
Nordstrom
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Asos
cinch waist shirt with shoulder pads and necktie in yellow stripe
$59.21
$69.99
ASOS
Yellow is universally recognised as the colour of joy and happiness – but that’s not necessarily true when you’re wearing it. According to psychologist of colour Angela Wright, dressing in yellow can provoke a feeling of anxiety and insecurity, particularly in the daytime. Play it safe and wear yellow only when you’re feeling super happy and content.
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Wit & Wisdom
Twofer Tie Sleeve Sweater in Forest Moss/Airy Blue Multi at Nordstrom, Size X-Large
$58.50
$78.00
Nordstrom
Alo
| Quilted Skyline Long Coat in Green Olive, Size: Medium/Large
$358.00
Alo Yoga
According to the experts, wearing green is reassuring, giving onlookers a natural calming effect thanks to the earthy, grounded tones. Dressing in green reveals a calm and gentle personality, but also a strong sense of balance and self-confidence.
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Lauren Ralph Lauren
Longline Wool Blend Reefer Coat in Festive Red at Nordstrom, Size 12
$199.99
$500.00
Nordstrom
Alo
| Sherpa Edge Bomber Jacket in Brownstone, Size: Small
$228.00
Alo Yoga
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La DoubleJ
Shirts Red
$163.00
$742.00
Yoox.com
Red communicates strength: passionate, energetic, sometimes aggressive, but also unquestionably sexy. Psychologists at the University of Rochester have discovered that those who wear bright red appear more attractive to potential partners. Keep that in mind when picking what you’ll wear on your next date…
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Ganni
Black Ruched Dress - Size 10/12 Viscose
$247.50
$495.00
GANNI
Vince Camuto
Ruffle Midi Dress Black
$69.99
Rue La La
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Calvin Klein
Scuba Crepe Long Sleeve with Hot Fix Womens Dress Black : 14, Polyester/Spandex
$134.10
$149.00
Zappos
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Calvin Klein
Mini dresses Black
$136.00
$280.00
Yoox.com
Black is perceived by others as an indicator of prestige, power, seriousness and intelligence. Outside the workplace, colour psychologists tell us that dressing in black communicates the desire to hide one’s personality. Maybe think twice before dressing in head-to-toe black if you don’t want to appear unsure of yourself.
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Cloud 6 Sneakers White
$160.00
Anthropologie
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Cole Haan
Womens GrandPrø Topspin Sneakers - White Size 10.5
$160.00
Cole Haan
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adidas
Samba OG Sneaker in White/Scarlet/Red at Nordstrom, Size 9.5 Womens
$60.00
$100.00
Nordstrom
Golden Goose
Super-Star leather sneakers White
$660.00
Mytheresa
Dressing in white is particularly risky – not just because you’re more likely to spill coffee down yourself. Usually those who love to wear white are optimistic, reliable, clean and honest, but its neutrality creates confusion in onlookers, who may think you’re lacking in emotion.
