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…
Mare Mare
Emmy Satin Corset Maxi Dress Blue
$295.00
Anthropologie
Self Portrait
Belted lace midi dress Blue
$735.00
Mytheresa
Mare Mare
Natalie Strapless Stretch Satin Chiffon Maxi Dress Blue
$298.00
Anthropologie
Moncler
Moncler Cotton Piquet Polo Shirt Dress, Women, Blue, Size: Xs
$1,380.00
Moncler
Mare Mare
Kassidy Cowl-Neck Stretch Sequin Maxi Dress Blue
$298.00
Anthropologie
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.
Moncler
Moncler Lans Packable Short Down Jacket, Women, Pink, Size: 00
$1,380.00
Moncler
Alice & Olivia
Gilded Rose Diana Structured Midi Dress
$660.00
Neiman Marcus
Self Portrait
Asymmetric draped midi dress Pink
$700.00
Mytheresa
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.
Max Studio
Bubble Sleeve Square Neck Dress Yellow
$41.99
Rue La La
-40%
Self Portrait
Fil Coupé open-back maxi dress Yellow
$630.00
$1,050.00
Mytheresa
Alexis
Golden Ethereal Paris Dress Size XS Yellow
$286.29
HEWI
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.
Moncler
Moncler Leandro Hooded Parka, Women, Green, Size: 1
$1,595.00
Moncler
Mare Mare
Emmy Satin Corset Maxi Dress Green
$295.00
Anthropologie
CeCe by Cynthia Steffe
Balloon Smocked Cuff Button Down Green
$28.99
Rue La La
Mare Mare
Kassidy Cowl-Neck Stretch Sequin Maxi Dress Blue
$298.00
Anthropologie
-40%
Ganni
Denim maxi dress Green
$255.00
$425.00
Mytheresa
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.
-30%
Polo Ralph Lauren
Cotton T-shirt dress Red
$301.00
$430.00
Mytheresa
-28%
AllSaints
Elsie Zipper Maxi Dress Red
$193.50
$269.00
AllSaints
-30%
Nike
Womens One Therma-FIT Mid-Rise Fleece Pants in Red | HV3707-652
$55.97
$80.00
Nike
AllSaints
Katarina Boat Neck Slim Fit Maxi Dress Red
$159.00
AllSaints
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…
Vince Camuto
Ruffle Midi Dress Black
$69.99
Rue La La
AllSaints
Leslie Satin Short Sleeve Top Black
$159.00
AllSaints
Julia Jordan
Midi Sweaterdress Black
$27.00
Rue La La
AllSaints
Arlea Tulle Maxi Skirt Black
$319.00
AllSaints
CeCe by Cynthia Steffe
Ruffle Mini Dress Black
$69.99
Rue La La
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.
Brooks
Womens Revel 8 Road-Running Shoes White 8
$100.00
REI
Puma
Palermo Sneakers White
$85.00
Anthropologie
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.