The 4 Most Flattering Clothing Colors

There are four colors that look fabulous on every woman no matter her skin tone or hair color. They are eggplant, true red, Indian teal and mellow rose.

That's the word from Leatrice Eiseman, author of "The Color Answer Book" and director of the Pantone Color Institute, who tells Real Simple magazine that these four colors fall into the middle of the color spectrum, meaning they are not too cool or too warm.

Eggplant
While there are dozens of shades of purple, this one is "the perfect purple," according to Eiseman. Like black, dark brown or navy, it's very versatile but more interesting than these colors and should be a wardrobe staple.

True Red
Dare to be a lady in red! Wearing this bold color makes everyone in the room look at you. New York City makeup artist Sonia Kashuk told Real Simple that it flatters everyone because it "resides in the center of the color spectrum, in between a cool, cherry red and a warm, orangey tomato red."

Indian Teal
This shade of teal is the exact opposite of pink. Remember, opposite colors look beautiful together. (Think red and green.) So when women wear teal, it enhances the healthy flush of the skin. Teal can be worn year round, making it more versatile than lighter, more summery shades of turquoise. It also pairs beautifully with black and brown.

Mellow Rose
More sophisticated than bubble-gum pink, mellow rose is that wonderful shade between light pink and peach. Kashuk says it's more of a neutral color than it is a pastel and highlights skin tone's natural flush so it almost appears to make you glow when you wear it. (P.S. It's a great lipstick color, too!)
--From the Editors at Netscape

We totally agree with Leatrice Eiseman, in fact we picked for you our favorites from Boden Fall/Winter catalog that we're sure will cover all your color needs with no need to open the piggybank.


Soft Drapey Tie Front Cardigan
A new style in a very soft lightweight yarn with angora. Delicate enough to drape over your most sophisticated dress. link


Mooching Trousers
Comfy and nice. link


Alice Ruffle Shirt
An easy casual shirt in a subtle dobby weave. Delicate ruffles and pintucks to charm the birds from the trees.


Long Velvet Skirt
Youll feel confident and sexy in this flattering new skirt. Fitted through the hip, flaring out to a lovely full hem shape. link


Trench Coat
The feminine charms of this coat amount to considerably more than a hill of beans. Heres looking at you, kid. link


Bright Lights Coat
The perfect companion for your party dress will also add serious glamour to a night out in heels and jeans. link


Knitted Ruffle Dress
Our popular knitted rib dress has a new sibling with a slightly more feminine attitude - sporting a ruffle and knit-covered buttons. link


Cashmere Tunic
A tunic shape you wont see every day with a low V-neck and kimono style sleeves in luxurious pure cashmere. link


Cashmere Cropped Cardigan
A cardigan that has captured your imagination. Presented in a giddying array of colours. link


Hamptons Cardigan
Youll love the feel of this thoroughbred wool against your skin. It hails from a long line of antipodean sheep. link


British Tweed Skirt
Id like to nominate this skirt as a British icon. A collaboration with one of the finest mills in Yorkshire. link


Silk Pleated Jersey Shirt
Pretty silk pleats with gathered sleeves in a range of versatile colours. link


Hand Knit Cable Jumper
Cables are cleverly knitted right up to the neckline. A touch of angora and a slight swing shape. link


Patent Flats
Where will your winter wardrobe be without the presence of these charming shiny flats? Shoes from a rainbow of vibrant or muted colours, all in a squeeky clean patent finish with light contrast stitching. Indispensable. link


Classic Suede Boots
Slim fitting boots with a lady-like kitten heel and pointed toed for a smart but comfortable look. link


Jewelled Evening Top
This little treasure offers a drapey, feminine look for evenings out after work. A great length to wear over jeans or a skirt. link