5 Colors to “Avoid” After 50? Not Necessarily
There is no medical or scientific reason to avoid particular clothing colors after 50. Your skin tone, hair color, personal style, lighting, and the color’s intensity matter much more than your age.
If your goal is to choose colors that make your complexion look brighter, these five can sometimes be challenging depending on the individual:
Very pale beige — can blend into the skin and make the complexion appear washed out.
Yellow-green or olive — may emphasize yellow or dull undertones in some complexions.
Dusty gray — can sometimes make the face look less vibrant.
Very dark brown — may create a heavy appearance close to the face.
Fluorescent/neon shades — can overpower the complexion rather than complement it.
What to wear instead
Try colors that create a little healthy contrast with your complexion. Depending on your skin’s undertone, these might include:
Navy or deep blue
Teal
Burgundy
Emerald green
Coral or warm peach
But there’s no need to give up a favorite color simply because you’re over 50. If you love how a color looks on you, wear it.
A useful trick is to hold different colored fabrics near your face in natural daylight. The best colors tend to make your complexion look clearer and your eyes brighter, rather than making you look pale or gray.
