Beige shades and who they suit

Short answer: Beige runs from cool sand to warm caramel. Choose the shade furthest from your own skin tone, or the face disappears.

Why beige is difficult

Beige sits close to many skin tones. If the colour is too close to your skin, clothing and face merge and the face loses definition. Further away it works as a soft frame.

Cool versus warm beige

Cool beige leans towards grey and pink. Warm beige leans towards yellow and caramel. Hold two shades against your face in daylight and see which brings more life to the skin. See bamboo clothing for women.

How to wear beige

Beige works best as a bottom or an outer layer, where it does not sit against the face. Together with white and navy it makes a calm combination. See bamboo trousers for women and bamboo t-shirts for women.

Frequently asked questions

Is beige the same as skin tone

No. Skin tone in underwear is chosen to disappear under clothes. Beige is a colour in its own right.

Does beige get dirty easily

It shows more than on dark clothes, but it is easier to clean than black.

Does beige suit all seasons

Yes, but the warm shade works best in autumn and the cool one in spring.