Wear Your Neutrals ~ Brown

When I think of the color brown, I think of chocolate and coffee.

{Not a bad thought... Now I'm craving a mocha late`.}

Brown comes in many shades and looks generally grand on everyone. A chocolate-colored skirt or blouse are always great fall-back pieces to add class to your wardrobe. Brown can be bold when paired with a pink or blue, or be a subtle classic alternative to black. I love brown with creams for a soft, warm style.

The beautiful brunette that took us over the rainbow.

Wear Your Neutrals ~ Gray

Gray may not be the most happy of colors, but it is a part of your neutral palette.

From charcoal to silver, gray garments can be worked in to soften your wardrobe. If you have dark hair and light skin, gray can be a better option than black for a softer look. 

Gray is a cool color, so if you look better in warm colors, you probably should avoid it. When I wear gray, I choose darker charcoals and smoky colors due to my warm complexion.

This classy woman wore her neutrals and colors with impeccable taste.

Wear Your Neutrals ~ Navy

The beautiful, red-headed clown that kept America laughing -- who can forget her iconic, navy polka-dot dress!

Navy is a beautiful color that is a great alternative to black.

Wear it with any color you please if it is a true navy, but make sure your navy is not too blue (such as a royal blue). Navy is perfect for red heads that don't want to be washed out by black. A common myth is you must match navy-colored accessories with a navy outfit, but this is not the case in 2012. Throw on a red shoe or any color or neutral to create your navy ensemble.

Wear Your Neutrals ~ Khaki

The grand color khaki!

Wear the right shade and it will make you glow! Wear the wrong shade and it will make you look sick! Khaki is oh-so-classic and offers a more cool alternative to black in the hot weather months.

Khaki comes in many different shades. To see what the true color is, look at the undertone of the color. Many khakis have a green, brown, yellow, or even purple undertone. As we've talk before, an undertone is the base of a color, but it is muted by the ending result of color.

Every one is different. You might look better with a more rich, dark khaki rather than a light one. Just try different variations of khaki to find the ones that best fit you! 

The London look from Princess Kate. 

Wear Your Neutrals ~ White

White is the color of simplicity and purity! Yet white seems to come with a lot of "rules." 

"No white after Labor Day."

 "No white before Easter."

"White should be worn on your wedding day as a symbol of purity."

"Don't wear white if you are attending a wedding."

Some of these white rules still apply today! Some, like the Easter and Labor Day ones, are rarely thought of unless you live in the Deep South. I think we can all agree to the last one. Just don't show up trying to "outdo" the bride ;)

Is white good for all skin types? Mostly. White generally makes skin seem darker, but it might make some skin types look washed out. Try a white skirt if you don't want it around your face.

Three things to keep in mind when wearing white:

1. Give your teeth an extra scrub for a bright white smile :D
2. Be mindful of what undergarments you choose. Be sure to have slips and camis to go under the garment.
3. Carry a Tide-To-Go pen with you in case of spills.

Whites are basics in your wardrobe because of the clean, crisp look. So add some white to your life!

The woman who gave us the ideal princess bride dream dress.