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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Poupette St Barth
Rachel floral minidress Blue
$265.00
$378.00
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Dries Van Noten
Denim maxi dress Blue
$682.00
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Bananhot
Paloma gingham cotton poplin maxi dress Blue
$309.00
$515.00
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Polo Ralph Lauren
Twisted satin gown Blue
$752.00
$940.00
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Dolce & Gabbana
Floral cotton bustier dress Blue
$3,203.00
$4,575.00
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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.
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Max Mara
Effetto pleated taffeta midi skirt Pink
$796.00
$995.00
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Gucci
Logo cotton jersey T-shirt Pink
$900.00
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Solace London
Lydia draped gown Pink
$637.00
$910.00
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Red Valentino
Crêpe minidress Pink
$530.00
$1,060.00
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Max Mara
Banjo silk satin midi dress Pink
$875.00
$1,250.00
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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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Self Portrait
Embellished lace midi dress Yellow
$804.00
$1,005.00
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Solace London
Kinsley draped strapless gown Yellow
$1,065.00
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Taller Marmo
Ubud Disco sequined lace gown Yellow
$1,745.00
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Versace
Printed halterneck georgette top Yellow
$540.00
$675.00
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Diane Von Fürstenberg
Printed crêpe midi dress Yellow
$424.00
$707.00
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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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La DoubleJ
Bee jacquard midi dress Green
$872.00
$1,090.00
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Dôen
Dôen Ischia gathered floral cotton midi dress Green
$695.00
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La DoubleJ
Swing feather-trimmed floral silk twill minidress Green
$1,150.00
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La DoubleJ
Marlene silk crêpe de chine maxi dress Green
$1,320.00
$1,650.00
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Max Mara
Gersa plissé sablé georgette gown Green
$1,022.00
$1,460.00
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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.
Missoni
Zigzag crochet maxi dress Red
$1,390.00
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Missoni
Zigzag lamé maxi dress Red
$1,810.00
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Goldbergh
Paris ski pants Red
$392.00
$560.00
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Alemais
Alémais x Mokshini Toucan Tango cotton minidress Red
$584.00
$730.00
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Polo Ralph Lauren
Ruffled taffeta midi dress Red
$583.00
$1,165.00
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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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Etro
Paisley midi dress Black
$1,632.00
$2,040.00
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Polo Ralph Lauren
Embroidered cotton voile midi dress Black
$625.00
Mytheresa
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Rebecca Vallance
Monroe puff-sleeve embellished midi dress Black
$949.00
$1,355.00
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Self Portrait
Polka-dot lace-trimmed satin gown Black
$884.00
$1,105.00
Mytheresa
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Vivienne Westwood
Pulling ruched cotton midi dress Black
$436.00
$545.00
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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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Golden Goose
Ball Star leather and suede sneakers White
$652.00
$815.00
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Tory Burch
Reva Travel leather ballet flats White
$392.00
$490.00
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Golden Goose
Running Sole leather sneakers White
$602.00
$860.00
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Hogan
H705 Allacciato H glitter leather platform sneakers White
$413.00
$590.00
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Saint Laurent
Romy 90 leather mules White
$1,285.00
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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.
