7 Great Color Combinations To Bring Out Your Mood

7 great color combinations to best suit your mood.

Thomas Carlyle, British essayist of the 19th century, wrote “If the cut of the costume indicates intellect and talent, then the color indicates temper and heart.” To which we heartily agree. But how best mix and match your wardrobe for your mood? Check out these seven color combinations that you just might feel a connection to.

Sage and Sapin
We asked Alice Wu, co-founder and co-designer of sustainable line Feral Childe, to weigh in on some of her favorite color combos. As Alice told us “I love piling on different shades of the same color – like making an outfit with Kelly green, forest green and turquoise all at once.” MWA_MWA of Chictopia went for a monochromatic yet startlingly dramatic look, pairing two similar and yet contrasting shades of green.

Pink and Red
Alice also told us, “for a more subtle effect, you can just go tonal, with a dusty pink and deep red.” Zoe Saldana did just that in this dress by Parbal Gurung.

Silver and Gold
Feeling ready to glow? Consider matching metallics such as silver and gold. Heidi Klum made a bold, shimmery statement at Elton John’s post-Oscar party in a dress from Julien MacDonald’s fall 2009 collection.

Orange and Hot Pink
Consider color blocking in bright, vibrant colors to make a bold statement. Joanna Larido of Chictopia paired this hot pink skirt with an orange sheer top.

Red and Blue
What to make a bold statement? Think about loud, contrasting colors to give a shout-out to your brave personality. Doucette Duvall gives us this adorable piece made from 70% “rescued” materials.

Maroon and Aquamarine
Junebabie from Chictopia paired this maroon sheer skirt with a vintage aquamarine blouse. The color combination is startling yet utterly chic.

Brown and Blue
This sustainable peace silk tunic comes from silk harvested humanely in India from a silkworm-sparing technique. Using vegetable dyes, its contrasting color combo brings light against dark in a funky, fun manner.

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Katherine Butler

Katherine Butler is the Beauty Editor of EcoSalon and currently resides in Los Angeles, California.