'Tis the Season

‘Tis the season to go dark. With the fall season well underway, and winter quickly approaching, dark tones and colors are making a bold appearance. The darker colors are coming into play in every fashion aspect- clothing on the runway, in stores, hair, and even nail polishes.

We are all seeing a ton of blacks and grays, as well as darker tones of the colors used for spring and summer. Along with the staple neutrals of a winter closet, dark jeweled tones are making a prominent stand.

One major color this season stems from purple. Multiple shades and tones are offered ranging in matching names from wine to amethyst. Purple hasn’t been this important in at least twenty years. I have actually recently purchased a deep purple nail polish that I was pretty nervous to try out. Honestly, I wasn’t sure if it would look a little too goth for my taste, but it worked out beautifully.

Colors in the gold family are still strong, but we are also seeing moves made more towards orange. Those will be reflecting the colors of the changing leaves. Since these orange hues can be very bold, and for some, overbearing, there is an easy solution. Instead of wearing the color so close to your face, you could definitely use it in a handbag, shoe or other accessory for a simple, yet powerful, splash of something different.

The rose and pink colors of spring are getting deeper, and changing into mud and deep red tones. I think a deep red is a great alternative to the ever so simple (and easy) black, but you have to make sure that it is still appropriate for the occasion. You could definitely get away with a dark cranberry colored dress at a work function, and if that is too much for you, there is yet again an easy solution. Pair some red heels or boots with your favorite black slacks as a way to feel a bit daring, but still staying in your comfort zone.

Hair color seems to be following the tide of fashion, and moving darker as well. For all of the natural and faux blondes alike, everyone seems to want to try out life as a brunette. I myself fall into the category of faux blonde, and this season, I am trying life “au natural”. Brunette shades are just as difficult as the blonde ones, in making the right choice. You need to decide between ash browns, reddish browns, and blondish browns. Of course, the trouble doesn’t stop there. You also need to make sure that you get a color that will work well with your skin tone, and not wash you out. Going dark is a very easy way to make your eyes pop, and feel as though you are living life as your alter ego.