“Orange is the color of happiness. People often think that to be happy they need a big orange orange.”
Dmitry Yemets
Orange is a cross between yellow and red.
Accordingly, orange adopted the properties of these colors. For example, it draws warmth from yellow and brightness from red. Orange is the only color in the color palette that has no cold undertones at all, which makes the combination of orange in clothes even tastier.
The color orange gets its name from the French “orange” - orange. In ancient times, the orange was also called the “golden apple”; the flowers of the orange tree symbolized fertility. The Greek muses wore orange tunics, so orange was considered the color of earthly and heavenly love.
What goes with orange in clothes?
The most popular colors that go with orange: warm blue, burgundy, brown. Color solutions with their help create excellent looks in which the clothes are in harmony with each other. There are many more colors that go with orange: turquoise, purple, green, olive, khaki, beige, pastel shades, ivory, peach, and, of course, black and white.
Orange includes red and yellow, so it harmonizes with these related colors, or rather, with their warm shades. Therefore, orange plus burgundy is a harmonious color combination, as well as very festive and bright.
Shades
There are more than 100 shades of orange in the Pantone palette, from simple to complex. Depending on the tone, the wardrobe can take on completely different notes and create a certain style.
Orange
A juicy orange will not allow you to go unnoticed. It is he who is most popular among fashionistas.
Tangerine
Tangerine coloring is similar to the classic one, but has a red undertone.
Carrot
Very bright, juicy color with a reddish undertone.
Pumpkin
A complex version with notes of yellow and brown.
Amber
Rich color, but slightly softened. There are several undertones, from yellowish to reddish.
Salmon
Very soft, delicate color. It is a combination of pink and white.
Cinnabar
A very bright, luxurious option obtained by combining orange with red. However, the scarlet undertone in cinnabar predominates, which makes it more saturated and dark.
Peach
A discreet and soft option with a light pink undertone. It evokes a feeling of lightness and airiness.
Apricot
Rich color combining the brightness of orange and yellow.
Rust
One of the darkest varieties of orange. It is distinguished by an interesting but complex combination of brown and red undertones.
Copper
Soft undertone but complex. Characterized by a medium-light variant of the reddish-orange duo.
Sea buckthorn
A complex color that combines richness with a slightly muted orange.
Ginger
Soft and delicate color, one of the warmest tones of orange.
Ocher
Complex coloring, combining red and clay colors.
Terracotta
A tone that imitates a clay undertone. A dark but soft combination of orange and red.
Brick
Light, soft color, characterized by a harmonious reddish undertone.
Gamboge
Gummigut is a colorful trio obtained by adding red and yellow to the main tone. However, the latter predominates in this tone, making it more sunny.
Orange pink
A delicate version of tangerine, diluted with a soft pink undertone.
Bright orange
A juicy, bright palette, similar to pure orange, but more rich and attractive.
Orange color combination in clothes
This color is more suitable than any other for color block style looks, as it combines harmoniously with any bright things. Let's take a closer look at how to wear orange clothes and the most popular color combinations with it.
Features of using red accessories and clothing
The red shade is mainly used in an informal wardrobe; for an office wardrobe it is too rich, warm and active. However, an Autumn woman can easily afford to include one thing in her image, for example, a jacket, blouse, top.
Coats, down jackets, sheepskin coats, red jackets are an excellent choice for a woman with the Autumn color type.
In general, red color is the most widely used color in ethnic style.
Here you can see long dresses and skirts, cardigans, sweaters, wide trousers and many other things, as well as red-colored accessories. Often these are items made of soft natural fabrics decorated with fringe and ethnic ornaments; in the case of shoes and accessories, models made of suede. Moreover, there may be several red components in an image.
ethnic style set with red dress and bag
The brownish-orange color is used more moderately in eclectic, safari, bohemian, natural styles, as well as in street and pirate themes. 1-2 items of clothing can serve as accent pieces. Accessories or one small red-colored item in a denim style look very interesting. It instantly brings contrast, warmth and originality to a denim-based set.
eclectic set with red skirt
red coat for everyday wear
Orange with pink
If you're ready to take the red hues a step further, pair orange with hot pink. Such incredibly bold and stylish looks create a great mood.
Orange and white
Orange can be the perfect color to add a pop of color to even the most casual outfit. And the white background will only emphasize it. A great way to highlight the bold tones of your orange piece without competing with any other color is to pair orange with neutrals. From black to nude shades, your look will be cleaner and more sophisticated thanks to the fun and vibrant characteristics of orange. The orange-white look is quite warm and soft, in which the white color absorbs all the aggressiveness of the tangerine shade.
Orange and gold
Orange and gold is an elegant and beautiful combination. If you're wondering what jewelry and accessories to pair with this vibrant hue, choose gold instead of silver. It adds richness and complements the color incredibly well. Also consider an orange skirt with a gold top (or vice versa) for a great combination too. If you're still hesitant to wear orange, you can pair it with a neutral like gold rather than bold colors.
Harmonious combinations
The juicy tones of orange are a very self-sufficient tone; it must be carefully harmonized with other color palettes. A fashionable girl must know what color orange goes well with.
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With neutrals
Classic palettes - black, white, gray, beige - are perfectly combined with orange in clothes.
With black
A trendy classic is to choose a wardrobe consisting of two main tones - black and orange. It is worth noting that black can be combined with absolutely any variation of red – from juicy tangerine to delicate apricot.
The color spot in the image can be both the top (blouses, sweaters, sweaters, jackets) and the bottom (skirts, trousers, shorts). Classic black calms the look a little, making it more formal and business-like.
With white
The calm tones of orange go well with white. When combining two colors (classic and colored), it is recommended to select orange shades on the top, giving preference to a white bottom. A terracotta blouse, white dress pants and tangerine shoes in a richer shade look perfect.
With gray
A neutral but interesting look is created by combining orange and gray. You can choose any tone of orange, since the calm dark color of wet asphalt, anthracite or light platinum harmonize the style and make it more classic.
With beige and brown
One of the most ideal color combinations is orange with beige (or brown). Any halftones of these noble colors look very harmonious and create a complete image. Moreover, both the top and the bottom can be orange.
Contrast
You can create a trendy look using contrasting tones. Red looks perfect with any additional tones of blue.
With blue
The combination of orange and blue can be combined with any halftone. An original look that designers often use in their collections is a classic tangerine blouse and tight blue trousers. This set must be complemented with high-heeled shoes. Shoes can repeat the main color scheme of the bow, or be completely contrasting (for example, yellow).
With blue
The combination of orange and blue is a popular duet. Soft blue notes are suitable for both bright and cool shades of orange peel. As an option, for an amber set of clothes, choose blue accessories - jewelry, bag, shoes.
With turquoise
Juicy turquoise contrasts very elegantly with both bright and delicate peach. This style is more suitable for girls who like to attract attention. This look is especially harmonious for blondes.
Similar combination
A luxurious look is created when choosing a wardrobe based on a similar combination with orange.
With yellow
The trendy onion is a combination of orange and yellow. If you combine these related options in clothing, it is better to combine yellow with light tones of amber. Two bright colors can create an imbalance in style and look awkward.
With red (pink, burgundy)
Any tones of red harmonize well with tangerine. This look is especially relevant in the autumn season. A juicy orange coloring set with a red hat or beret looks elegant. Bright and sunny sets are obtained when combined with pink.
Classic triad
One of the most powerful bows is the harmony of orange with green and purple. This classic triad can be combined in one image or divided into separate appearances.
Green (khaki, mint)
The combination of orange and green looks harmonious in any shade variations. Calm olive, khaki, delicate mint or dark green are a perfect pair for amber. Any of these colors fits perfectly in a wardrobe with different undertones of orange. In one set you can combine different color tones, for example an olive shirt, a narrow mint skirt and carrot accessories (shoes, bag, jewelry).
Violet (lilac)
Trendy onion - juicy purple combined with delicate apricot. It is recommended to choose a purple bottom and a peach, “almond cream” or “sunset in the steppe” top.
A more delicate image is created with the harmony of light lilac and red tones. This look is perfect for evening walks and for a business meeting.
Monochrome combination
Monochrome style is always relevant. The idea is to combine the color orange in clothes of different undertones. For example, the top is peach, the bottom is a juicy shade. However, to dilute the look, it is recommended to complement it with accessories in a contrasting color (for example, blue or turquoise).
With gold and silver
You need to be careful when combining orange with silver and gold. These colors harmonize well, but only when added in moderation. It is recommended to choose gold or silver accessories to match amber clothes, avoiding introducing these colors into the set.
Orange with blue
Orange and blue are complementary colors, so they certainly look great together. This is one of the most affordable color combinations that brings out the best and balances each other out well. Such a wonderful tandem adds brightness to a color block style look, the main thing is that the remaining elements of the image are neutral.
Orange Leopard Print
The brown and black shades of leopard print are neutral and therefore look perfect with orange. Stylists advise creating images with both muted shades of orange, such as brick, and with contrasting shades - tangerine, pumpkin, carrot. Animal print can be combined with an orange sweater, cardigan, jacket, or shirt.
Orange + purple
Two eye-catching, dynamic shades that are on opposite sides of the color spectrum combine to create a bold and chic look. The tandem of orange and purple is ideal for both summer and autumn. Their tones are autumnal, but this brightness can be beautiful in summer, especially lilac shades. For the boldest combinations, choose orange and purple from the same color family. For example, pair them in your lightest colors by choosing pale orange and lavender. During the colder months, try dark orange and dark purple color combinations. Are you afraid of shocking others, but want to start somewhere? Pay attention to fashion accessories. Choose one of the colors for the bow, and the second as a bright accessory. The coolest options would be shoes, boots or a bag.
Who suits orange: select the shade to match your appearance color type
Tangerine goes well with any color type. This is the warmest tone. However, you should select shades according to your individual appearance.
So, which undertone is suitable for a certain color type:
- Winter girl. For winter fatal brunettes, you should choose rich shades and dark shades with a brownish undertone.
- Girl spring. For girls of the spring type, warmer, more delicate shades are suitable - peach, salmon, sea buckthorn.
- Summer girl. Bright summer nymphs can safely experiment with rich colors - tangerine, orange, amber, copper, gum.
- Girl-autumn. The freest color type of appearance, which suits absolutely any shade of orange - from delicate, light colors to hot and daring.
Important to remember! Only the correct choice of shade according to your own color type of appearance will allow you to create a harmonious, fashionable image.
