Why Teal Is a Hidden Gem In The Summer Palette
Most Summers don't immediately leap upon teal when they first get a colour analysis. They are too busy being thrilled with the endless range of blues, pinks and greys that comprise a large proportion of their palette. But over time, some of the less immediately obvious Summer colours start to get some attention; primrose, burgundy and, yup, teal.
Summer's teal is, above all, a softer shade than the other palettes might wear, with almost a dusting of grey over the colour. It tends to fall either at the very bluey end of teal, almost a petrol shade, or at the very greenest end, where it slips into jade. In between fall a whole load of turquoise shades which belong to the warmer seasons and can be left well alone.
Teal falls on the edge of your palette, so pull it into place by pairing it with anchoring blues or soft greys. Or if you're feeling a little bolder, add in a bit of contrast with soft white and burgundy.
Silky Roll Neck
Camisole, Faux Wrap 3/4 Sleeve, Willow Scarf
Are Autumn and Teal the Perfect Match?
If you're an Autumn, there's about a 99% chance that you look amazing in teal. If you aren't already wearing it, you need some in your life ASAP. Although it can feel challenging to pair with some of the really traditional leafy Autumn shades like olive green and rust red, start to think a little more off track into warm greys, chestnut brown, creamy tan and biscuits, as well as unexpected accents like chartreuse and scarlet, and you'll be onto a winner.
Autumn's best teals are, well, pretty much all of them. From darkest richest petrol navy and deep teal all the way through to softest jade and sea form, the only teals you need to be semi-cautious with are the very brightest shades, which drift more into the Spring or Winter seasonal palettes.
Silky Roll Neck, Roxy Shirt Jacket
Camisole, Faux Wrap 3/4 Sleeve, Willow Scarf
Could Teal Be Winter's Most Underrated Colour?
Of all the seasons, your range of teals is perhaps the narrowest. Only the very boldest teals work with your skintone and high contrast palette - none of those subdued soft versions here, thank you very much.
Although teal might not be a shade you turn to in the early weeks and months after colour analysis, over time some of the less obvious Winter shades get some attention as you get bolder with your palette and colour combining; acid yellow, boldest teal and mole grey can all start to become a little more intriguing once you've cut your teeth on cobalt and fuchsia.
Your teal is, above all, a more intense, deeper shade than the other palettes might wear, and usually at the darker end of the spectrum. It tends to fall either at the very bluey end of teal, almost a navy shade, or at the very greenest end, where it slips into pine green. In between fall a whole load of shades which belong to the warmer seasons.
Teal falls right on the warmest 'edge' of your palette, so pull it into place by pairing it with high contrast white and a true Winter neutral, or go for broke with a bolder shade from your palette and maximum contrast.
Silky Roll Neck
Camisole, Faux Wrap 3/4 Sleeve
Hetta Long Tee
Spring Teals: Fresh, Bright and Full of Life
You might think that teal is too deep for your light bright Spring palette, but get the shade just right and teal can add a new dimension to so many of your vibrant fresh colours. Rather than being stuck in a world of bright navy and chocolate brown, the right teal can give you a darker shade which acts as a neutral while feeling fresh.
Springs teal is, as I mentioned, bright above all else. Only a fraction deeper than turquoise, your darker teals look best paired with contrasting light and/or bright shades to make them pop. Alternatively, skip over to the pastel end of your palette and have a play with dreamy seafoam and soft teal paired with coral pink or soft white.
Silky Roll Neck
Camisole
Hetta Long Tee
How to Wear Teal for Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter Colour Palettes
Why Teal Is a Hidden Gem In The Summer Palette
Most Summers don't immediately leap upon teal when they first get a colour analysis. They are too busy being thrilled with the endless range of blues, pinks and greys that comprise a large proportion of their palette. But over time, some of the less immediately obvious Summer colours start to get some attention; primrose, burgundy and, yup, teal.
Summer's teal is, above all, a softer shade than the other palettes might wear, with almost a dusting of grey over the colour. It tends to fall either at the very bluey end of teal, almost a petrol shade, or at the very greenest end, where it slips into jade. In between fall a whole load of turquoise shades which belong to the warmer seasons and can be left well alone.
Teal falls on the edge of your palette, so pull it into place by pairing it with anchoring blues or soft greys. Or if you're feeling a little bolder, add in a bit of contrast with soft white and burgundy.
Silky Roll Neck
Camisole, Faux Wrap 3/4 Sleeve, Willow Scarf
Are Autumn and Teal the Perfect Match?
If you're an Autumn, there's about a 99% chance that you look amazing in teal. If you aren't already wearing it, you need some in your life ASAP. Although it can feel challenging to pair with some of the really traditional leafy Autumn shades like olive green and rust red, start to think a little more off track into warm greys, chestnut brown, creamy tan and biscuits, as well as unexpected accents like chartreuse and scarlet, and you'll be onto a winner.
Autumn's best teals are, well, pretty much all of them. From darkest richest petrol navy and deep teal all the way through to softest jade and sea form, the only teals you need to be semi-cautious with are the very brightest shades, which drift more into the Spring or Winter seasonal palettes.
Silky Roll Neck, Roxy Shirt Jacket
Camisole, Faux Wrap 3/4 Sleeve, Willow Scarf
Could Teal Be Winter's Most Underrated Colour?
Of all the seasons, your range of teals is perhaps the narrowest. Only the very boldest teals work with your skintone and high contrast palette - none of those subdued soft versions here, thank you very much.
Although teal might not be a shade you turn to in the early weeks and months after colour analysis, over time some of the less obvious Winter shades get some attention as you get bolder with your palette and colour combining; acid yellow, boldest teal and mole grey can all start to become a little more intriguing once you've cut your teeth on cobalt and fuchsia.
Your teal is, above all, a more intense, deeper shade than the other palettes might wear, and usually at the darker end of the spectrum. It tends to fall either at the very bluey end of teal, almost a navy shade, or at the very greenest end, where it slips into pine green. In between fall a whole load of shades which belong to the warmer seasons.
Teal falls right on the warmest 'edge' of your palette, so pull it into place by pairing it with high contrast white and a true Winter neutral, or go for broke with a bolder shade from your palette and maximum contrast.
Silky Roll Neck
Camisole, Faux Wrap 3/4 Sleeve
Hetta Long Tee
Spring Teals: Fresh, Bright and Full of Life
You might think that teal is too deep for your light bright Spring palette, but get the shade just right and teal can add a new dimension to so many of your vibrant fresh colours. Rather than being stuck in a world of bright navy and chocolate brown, the right teal can give you a darker shade which acts as a neutral while feeling fresh.
Springs teal is, as I mentioned, bright above all else. Only a fraction deeper than turquoise, your darker teals look best paired with contrasting light and/or bright shades to make them pop. Alternatively, skip over to the pastel end of your palette and have a play with dreamy seafoam and soft teal paired with coral pink or soft white.
Silky Roll Neck
Camisole
Hetta Long Tee