Best colors for olive skin

Olive skin has a green-gold cast and often a neutral-to-warm undertone. Earthy, medium-depth colors like olive, teal, rust and warm burgundy look rich next to it, while very pale pastels and neon brights can make it look sallow.

Colors to try

TealOliveRustBurgundyMustardForest greenCamelCream

Colors to skip

Pastel yellowNeon greenIcy lavender
Cream and camel beat stark white next to the face.
Gold jewelry usually looks warmer and richer than silver.
Jewel tones with a little depth (teal, emerald) are safe bets.

Seasons this often points to

Soft AutumnWarm AutumnDeep Autumn
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For women: picks in these colors

Maxigerui Women's Velvet Maxi Dress Formal Dresses for Wedding Guest Dress Maxigerui Women's Velvet Maxi Dress Formal Dresses for Wedding Guest DressAmazon
JINZIYINZI Rugby Polo Shirts for Women Long Sleeve Vintage Striped Oversized Sweatshirts Y JINZIYINZI Rugby Polo Shirts for Women Long Sleeve Vintage Striped Oversized SweAmazon
Lee Women's Ultra Lux Comfort with Flex-to-go Utility Pant Lee Women's Ultra Lux Comfort with Flex-to-go Utility PantAmazon
R.Vivimos Womens Fall Winter Velvet Elastic Waist Maxi Dress R.Vivimos Womens Fall Winter Velvet Elastic Waist Maxi DressAmazon
Women's Cropped Trench Coat Double Breasted Short Jacket High Collar Fall Winter Coats Tre Women's Cropped Trench Coat Double Breasted Short Jacket High Collar Fall WinterAmazon
BTFBM Women Summer Floral Maxi Dresses Elegant Spaghetti Strap Dress Printed Party Dress B BTFBM Women Summer Floral Maxi Dresses Elegant Spaghetti Strap Dress Printed ParAmazon
ANRABESS Women Short Sleeve Tops Scoop Neck Ribbed Tee Shirts ANRABESS Women Short Sleeve Tops Scoop Neck Ribbed Tee ShirtsAmazon
GRACE KARIN Women's Sparkly Sequin Cocktail Party A Line Glitter Midi Dress GRACE KARIN Women's Sparkly Sequin Cocktail Party A Line Glitter Midi DressAmazon

For men: picks in these colors

Alimens & Gentle Men's Button Down Regular Fit Long Sleeve Plaid Flannel Casual Shirts Alimens & Gentle Men's Button Down Regular Fit Long Sleeve Plaid Flannel Casual Amazon
DOCKERS Men's Perfect Short Classic Fit 10.5" DOCKERS Men's Perfect Short Classic Fit 10.5"Amazon
PJ PAUL JONES Men's Button Down Short Sleeve Casual Shirt PJ PAUL JONES Men's Button Down Short Sleeve Casual ShirtAmazon
Southpole Mens Twill Jogger Southpole Mens Twill JoggerAmazon
WEEN CHARM Velvet Blazer for Men Slim Fit One Button Sport Coat Tuxedo Jacket for Prom Wed WEEN CHARM Velvet Blazer for Men Slim Fit One Button Sport Coat Tuxedo Jacket foAmazon
Sailwind Men's Drawstring Linen Pants Casual Summer Beach Loose Trousers Sailwind Men's Drawstring Linen Pants Casual Summer Beach Loose TrousersAmazon
Alimens & Gentle Mens Linen Shirts Short Sleeve Button Down Shirts Wrinkle Free Casual Vac Alimens & Gentle Mens Linen Shirts Short Sleeve Button Down Shirts Wrinkle Free Amazon
Lee Men's Extreme Motion Straight Taper Jean Lee Men's Extreme Motion Straight Taper JeanAmazon

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