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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"... https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:52:25 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Laura (rhubarbgirl) on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1132378 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 04:29:21 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1132378@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Az, I agree with you about the blues and denim, and with Suz - dark blues tend to work with average denim colors; light blue works with dark wash; but medium blues like steel blue often have a contrasting tone to them which doesn't always work with some denims. I'm picky about that too, and a pair of non-blue jeans is nice to have for that very reason. Suz on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1132279 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 03:01:36 +0000 Suz 1132279@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Not an answer to your question...but I wear blue with denim all the time!!  I do draw the line at blues that seem to clash with denim....and there are a lot of those. Most navies and inks will work, and pastel blues as well, and other blues can work in a stripe or other pattern. Hmmm. Or maybe my eye is all messed up?  Isabel on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1132249 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 02:47:10 +0000 Isabel 1132249@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yes ! What a great idea with the grey ! unfrumped on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1132074 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 00:18:29 +0000 unfrumped 1132074@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yes but 2 ways: one is, I realized I was avoiding some colors that really were flattering but I hadn't tried them recently. Second is to buy something in a very intentional way to create an outfit or bridge items or as noted above, it can be combined with other colors. But I've also been working to resist colors that push me into less versatile or higher-maintenance capsules. Because the whole point is, does the item help me, or will it be a burden. The "feel" of something is a strong tug, and I've both done right, by getting a fab fabric that feels great on, and wrong, to buy something that needed to be the right fabric AND the right color. So, no help, but it's a case-by-case basis. Carla on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1132061 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 00:07:43 +0000 Carla 1132061@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yeah. Ever hear that a red head shouldn't wear red? WRONG! Deborah on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1132048 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 23:54:33 +0000 Deborah 1132048@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I would say generally 'no'.  It's one of the few areas I am very disciplined in and I have come to appreciate what I think works (neutrals) and what makes me happy (neutrals) :)  But I do understand the temptation. gryffin on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131965 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 22:53:49 +0000 gryffin 1131965@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Aziraphale - I so get your dilemma!!  I streamlined my wardrobe and pared down to mostly black and gray with a bit of white and cream.  I could not find gray camo jeans last summer so I bought them in a grayed green mix (definitely not my signature colors).  But I love them.  They are so much fun and I wore them with all my black things and felt fab.  I won't add a lot of this color and if I can find gray camo their days might be numbered but if it feels good and it works with your wardrobe, why not!!  Hope you enjoy!!  Your t sounds lovely! Susie on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131919 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 22:24:06 +0000 Susie 1131919@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I tend to avoid wearing most blues with denim too. For instance, teal. I really like the color, on its own, but it doesn't pair well with denim. That's probably why I don't have a lot of blue tops and those that I do have I wear more often with white denim. Aziraphale on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131912 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 22:12:05 +0000 Aziraphale 1131912@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think perhaps I wasn't clear. The steel blue and black stripe top looks just fine on me, colour-wise. It's not unflattering. It's just that I don't think of blue as "one of my colours" -- maybe this is just a quirk? I don't feel like a steel blue kind of person.  I think part of the problem is that I wear a lot of denim, and I really really don't like a blue top with blue bottoms. Most of my denim is some shade of blue. However, I think I've found a solution: all cool colours and grey jeans! Right this moment I'm wearing the grey skinnies, the new stripe top, a black belt with silver buckle and studs, and a black blazer with the cuffs turned up so the tee shirt sleeves are sticking out. It's a little bit Nightmare Before Christmas, which is, I suspect, why it appeals to me. As soon as a blue top looks mainstream, it bores me.  Did I mention I'm firmly on Team Wear?  :-) ironkurtin on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131891 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 21:39:28 +0000 ironkurtin 1131891@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yes, but then I never wear them.  So I don't anymore. Laura (rhubarbgirl) on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131887 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 21:37:30 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1131887@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I've definitely bought things because of how they fit or how they felt on me even if the color is not perfect for me. I try, though, to make sure I can think of a few outfits they can work in before purchasing, otherwise they are apt to become orphans and a waste of money. Sveta on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131869 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 21:16:05 +0000 Sveta 1131869@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ My blush pink khaki pants! I don't wear khaki pants and don't wear pastels but somehow they seemed like an unexpected pairing which I thought could be fun...and I was right! Susie on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131851 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 21:05:06 +0000 Susie 1131851@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I kept one cozy sweater for my lounge wear capsule that is pink. I don't wear pink, at all. But because it's comfy I gave it a pass and let it stay. But despite its cozy feel, I haven't reached for it. I just wish I had the same top in a different color. On the other hand, olive green is not one of my colors but I really like my new rain jacket in that color. It's not the feel with that one but the style. And I've found the color works really well with my blacks and denims. rachylou on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131828 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 20:46:08 +0000 rachylou 1131828@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yes. I got these two sweaters from Dress Barn, which doesn't do "clear colours." But they were perfect winter office wear. One was a muted purple, the other a muted red. lyn* on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131802 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 20:20:01 +0000 lyn* 1131802@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Anything I own that is a pastel colour is this - or brown, or beige. :p Isabel on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131773 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 19:51:57 +0000 Isabel 1131773@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yes, I do it.  If the color doesn't look good near my face, then I will get a skirt or a scarf with lots of other colors mixed in or maybe a bracelet. If it is a color that I just don't "usually" wear, sometimes I am so attracted to the fabric or the design that I get it.  I generally end up happy.  For example, I don't like to wear red.  I wore it so much in high school ( because I was a majorette ) that I just don't like to wear it : except, in pants ( one pair ) and last year I bought the most amazing dark red shirt that has become one of my favorites. So there you go ! carambola on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131770 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 19:45:33 +0000 carambola 1131770@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yes, I buy and wear colors I like that are not the best on me, but are "flattering enough", as Angie would say. If it looks truly awful, I will pass even if I am drawn to it. Gigi on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131758 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 19:25:57 +0000 Gigi 1131758@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yes...I bought a pair of jeans that felt divine but were a little too blue for me (I like the darker and warmer rinses). I too am averse to blues that are, well, blue. I did find that as time went on, I got more used to the seeing the color on myself and was less critical of it. Maybe after you wear your shirt a few times and get used to it, you will come up with some ideas for pairings. Anonymous on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131693 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 18:16:27 +0000 Anonymous 1131693@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ What I'm always tempted by is bright citrus shades, especially near the end of winter when I really want the clothing equivalent of a weekend in Florida. So pretty, yet they make me look so very, very jaundiced. I've been good at avoiding them recently, but I'm always afraid that one day I just won't be able to resist. I do wear shades that may not be the best, but aren't awful. Gray is probably this for me. I think my wardrobe also has a bunch of purples that are a little too cool to be ideal for me, but sort of pass. K. Period. on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131690 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 18:15:12 +0000 K. Period. 1131690@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ It depends! If the color is "not me" because it is something that I'm not used to wearing, but it still looks good on me, then I'll often give it it a try.  I've learned a lot by stretching that way.  Cobalt blue and I hadn't met until about two years ago! If it is a color that is not me because it looks horrible on me? No way. I pass on the item.  I might buy the color in pants, though (olive, I'm looking at you).   catgirl on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131687 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 18:13:08 +0000 catgirl 1131687@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think it is fine as long as you are intentional and aware of the choice to go outside your norm. I have been trying REALLY hard to stick with my chosen colors. I feel it is one area where I can exert some self-control and where mistakes have been obvious and painful (blush Muubaa...). Alassë on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131685 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 18:09:34 +0000 Alassë 1131685@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yes. I try not to, but.... I love pink & purple. Finding autumn-leaning shades is a bear (particularly pink). April on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131676 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 18:03:42 +0000 April 1131676@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oh, yeah.  SO gave me a leopard infinity scarf (based on subtle hints such as my sending him a link to it with WISHLIST ITEM in the subject line) even though I don't generally do well with warm tones near my face.   The feel of it and the particular leopard print were just too good. Mia on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131662 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 17:53:32 +0000 Mia 1131662@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I do if I can see a way to make it work by combining with other items let's say to reduce the effect of the less than flattering hue. Thistle on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131595 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 16:46:06 +0000 Thistle 1131595@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Red. I love the color, but it does not love me. It makes me feel powerful and bold, but look washed out. So, I have a red cashmere sweater on order. Maybe I can make it work! Beth on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131589 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 16:43:09 +0000 Beth 1131589@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yep. I have a skirt that's yellowish-pea green, which is not a color I particularly like, not to mention it would be a deadly shade up near my face. But you know, I *love* that skirt. It's amazing how many colors go with pea green! Anonymous on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131557 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 16:22:25 +0000 Anonymous 1131557@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yes! I never was drawn to navy blue or magenta/purples, but on a whim, tried them, and I really do like them. ramya on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131556 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 16:22:22 +0000 ramya 1131556@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Hmmm yes. I just love happy colours. Last season I got this pale beige sweater because it had argyle pattern on it. GASP! !!!@ Aziraphale on "Do you every buy something that's "not your colour"..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-every-buy-something-thats-not-your-colour#post-1131551 Tue, 07 Jan 2014 16:18:13 +0000 Aziraphale 1131551@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ …because it just feels so dang nice? This happened to me yesterday, and it has happened before. I tried on this tee that was stripe, which I like, but was "not my colour". It's not that I dislike the colours (black and steel blue), but blue is definitely not my usual style. I have trouble styling it (I don't like blue tops with jeans) and it doesn't feel like "me". But this tee was made of some kind of wonder material and I didn't want to take it off! It was so soft and a little relaxed and the sleeves were just slightly too long, which I like, and the neckline was loose but not revealing. So I bought it anyway. I'm going to try to wear it a lot and see if I can't get over this "not my colour" thing. Is this nuts, or does anyone else do this?