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…
Nobody's Child
Blue Denim Tulla Midi Dress
£95.00
Nobody's Child
-50%
Ariella
Knot Front Maxi Dress Blue
£55.00
£110.00
Roman
Fat Face
FatFace Isla Indigo Blue Regular Velvet Midi Dress
£72.00
FatFace
Sandro
Rhinestone knit maxi skirt Blue
£299.00
Sandro
-38%
Fat Face
FatFace Maria Blue Denim Midi Dress
£45.00
£72.00
FatFace
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.
Closed
crew-neck wool sweater - Pink
£228.00
FARFETCH
Ariella
Sequin Starburst Embellished Midi Dress Rose
£100.00
Roman
-30%
Self Portrait
Cotton-blend lace midi dress Pink
£266.00
£380.00
Mytheresa
Roman
Soft Knit Blouson Jumper Rose
£25.00
Roman
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.
-33%
AllSaints
Polyester Marion Shirred Sleeveless Top, Size: UK 14/US 10 Yellow
£66.00
£99.00
AllSaints
Burberry
Midlength Kensington Heritage Trench Coat Yellow
£1,895.00
Burberry
-50%
Roman
Floral Print Stretch Tunic Top Yellow
£15.00
£30.00
Roman
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.
Fat Face
FatFace Alva Khaki Green Cord Overshirt
£59.00
FatFace
Marta Ferri
Womens Martini Silk Long Dress Size: M/L Green
£1,355.00
ABASK
AllSaints
Cotton Ariaa Parka Jacket, Size: M Brown
£359.00
AllSaints
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.
-33%
AllSaints
Polyester Charli Relaxed Fit Embroidered Shirt, Size: UK 16/US 12
£113.00
£169.00
AllSaints
Antler
Luggage Tag In Coral Red
£14.00
Antler
Vivienne Westwood
Pulling Dress Printed Piquet Ikat-burgundy M Women Red
£330.00
Vivienne Westwood
-39%
Fat Face
FatFace Paige Pink Layered Floral Embroidered Midi Dress
£42.00
£69.00
FatFace
Marrakshi Life
Womens The Collared Halter Dress Size: S
£610.00
ABASK
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…
-33%
AllSaints
Polyester Aude Ruffle Maxi Skirt, Size: UK 14/US 10 Pink
£133.00
£199.00
AllSaints
AllSaints
Polyester Arlea Tulle Maxi Skirt, Size: UK 14/US 10 Black
£199.00
AllSaints
-38%
Fat Face
FatFace Tilda Black Check Midi Skirt
£34.00
£55.00
FatFace
-40%
AllSaints
Womens Viscose Cavarly Tiered Ruffle Maxi Dress, Size: UK 16/US 12 Black
£155.00
£259.00
AllSaints
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.
-31%
Clarks
Hollyhock Walk Standard Fit White
£52.00
£75.00
Clarks
New Balance
Womens 327 in Beige/White Suede/Mesh, size 3.5 Narrow
£110.00
New Balance
-8%
On Running
Sneakers, female, White, 3 1/2 UK, Cloud 6
£128.06
£139.20
Miinto
-40%
New Balance
Womens 327 in White/Green Synthetic, size 3.5 Narrow
£66.00
£110.00
New Balance
-31%
Clarks
Mayhill Walk Standard Fit White
£59.00
£85.00
Clarks
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.
