I am so conflicted over Teal: the right, deep rich shade of teal makes my eye color look incredible, similar to Janet’s piercing color.
All other teal brings up dark shadows beneath my eyes that aren’t usually there, and people say, “my God... are you all right?” (Well, they don’t actually say this, but I’m certain it’s what they’re thinking). Whereas aquas and turquoises are great, especially if they have more green in them.
The teal I was seeing in retail stores, and that is now turning up in thrift stores and consignment, is what I call Lack-Of-Commitment Teal - the color doesn’t have depth or saturation, and it looks like they skimped on dye. I saw this color frequently Ann Taylor, J Crew, Loft and Target, and was always aware of a vague disappointment.
Brooklyn, maybe we need to create a range of custom mix teal color formulas using RIT and DYLON, guaranteed to bring that peacock richness to our re-dyed treasures.