What Makeup to Wear with a Dress Based on Its Colour?

Are you looking for make-up tips to create a unique look with a dress? Wondering how to select the shades of your make-up to match the outfit you're wearing?

I will help you.

As a fashion enthusiast, I believe that our outfits should help us feel beautiful. To achieve this, it is essential to choose clothes that fit us well, but also to enhance them with unique accessories and successful makeup!

That’s why today I’ve decided to share all my tips on how to confidently create a stunning makeup look that matches the dress you’re wearing and complements the colours of your outfit.

When choosing your makeup, there are two important factors to consider: it should complement your complexion and skin tone, and it should also coordinate with the colour of the clothes you are wearing. If you are wearing a dress, you can use it as a basis for selecting the shades of lipstick and eyeshadow to apply. For a light-coloured dress, stick to lighter or nude shades. If your dress is darker, such as black, burgundy, or navy blue, you can be bold with matching tones or opt for a classic black eyeliner, which is always an elegant choice.

Would you like to find out more? Continue reading to discover:

• Which make-up products to choose based on your skin tone,
• How to make the right choices,
• Which make-up colour to select with a navy blue, black, green dress, etc.
• Professional tips for achieving the perfect make-up,
• How to do your make-up in a hippie chic or bohemian style

4 Tips for Choosing the Right Makeup

Today, there is an endless array of makeup products available in cosmetic stores and online, ranging from classic to the most unique. Here are a few tips to help you find the right makeup for your skin that complements your wardrobe.

Choose Based on Context and Your Style

We typically don't apply makeup in the same way for work, a night out, or visiting family. Therefore, when purchasing your products, consider the intended use. Most of the time, they have a relatively quick expiry date: for instance, mascara should be used within six months. If you're on a tight budget, opt for black or brown mascara, as it can be used for the majority of your makeup looks.

The essential makeup products you need for a basic look are:

• A foundation or BB cream,
• A kohl pencil,
• An eyeliner,
• A blusher,
• Eyeshadows (at least 2 to 4),

➡️ Choose neutral colours that complement your personal style and skin tone. For example, if you frequently wear khaki greens or pinks, a palette of brown and copper eyeshadows will be perfectly suited.

• Concealer,
• A lipstick,
• Brushes and sponges for applying your make-up.

Pay attention to your complexion and eye colour

It’s not just your style that defines your makeup: for it to have the effect of a second skin and enhance your features, it’s essential to choose products that suit the unique characteristics of your face.

➡️ Foundation 🖌

🔸 If you're unsure between two shades, it's preferable to choose the lighter one.

🔸 If your veins appear more green, it means your skin has what is referred to as warm undertones. Warm, golden colours are the ones that will flatter you the most.

🔸 If your veins appear more blue, then matte beige tones will best highlight your neutral undertones.

🔸 Finally, if your veins appear purplish, you have cool undertones, which will be beautifully complemented by pink shades.

🔸 If you tend to have redness, be aware that there are foundations that contain a hint of green pigment to help reduce it throughout the day.

➡️ Eyeshadows 👀

If you want to experiment with colours that are a bit more unique than classic neutral tones, it’s essential to match them with the shade of your eyes. Here are some combinations that work well:

• Blue eyes: Mustard yellow, Pale pink,
• Green eyes: Dark green, Plum,
• Brown eyes: Light blue, Burgundy.

➡️ Lipstick 💄

It is chosen based on your skin tone:

• Fair skin: pale shades that offer minimal contrast, such as nude, light pink, coral…
• Medium skin: bold tones with pink undertones, like fuchsia, raspberry red, etc…

👉 Lighter shades tend to add volume to the lips, while darker tones have the opposite effect.

Think About Your Eyebrows

In recent years, fashion has highlighted models with well-defined and fairly thick eyebrows. To complete your make-up, it's essential to pay attention to this part of your eyes as they significantly contribute to the expressiveness of your face.

To achieve this, brush them with a tinted brow mascara in a suitable shade. Then, if necessary, use a brow pencil to create a tidy and well-defined appearance.

👉 If you really want to highlight your eyebrows, you can apply a lighter concealer underneath them. This will also enhance your gaze.

Choose Quality Products

If you wish to wear makeup regularly, it's essential to choose good products that care for your skin. If your skin is particularly sensitive, I recommend opting exclusively for hypoallergenic products.

When purchasing your make-up supplies, pay attention to the labels:

• Organic,
• Eco-friendly,
• Ecocert,
• NaTrue,
• Nature et Progrès,
• Vegan.

👉 These products are generally made with respect for nature and wildlife, and contain many natural ingredients.

What Makeup to Wear with a Dress Based on Its Colour?

To help you decide what type of makeup to wear with your dress, I've put together some suggestions for most clothing colours in the following sections.

👉 These recommendations primarily relate to cosmetic products that are applied around the eyes, as these are the easiest to match with your clothing. For your lipstick 💄, if you intend to wear it, ensure that it complements the rest of your makeup as well as your skin tone, as outlined earlier. Regarding nail polish 💅, you can opt for a neutral shade or coordinate it with your outfit or accessories (shoes, glasses, handbag, etc.).

What makeup goes with a green dress?

A green dress will be beautifully complemented by a light makeup look, featuring undertones of pink or copper, or even a nude makeup style. I recommend avoiding green and blue shades, as they may result in a garish appearance.

What makeup goes with a navy blue dress?

On a daily basis, a chic black makeup, light and subtle, will perfectly enhance a navy blue dress. Alternatively, you can opt for pale pink or beige tones, which will add a softness to your gaze and expressions.

If you're heading to a party and looking for a more striking make-up look, why not dare to go for a blue make-up in a tone-on-tone style?

What Makeup Goes with a Black Dress?

With the classic and timeless little black dress, opt for elegance and simplicity by sporting a perfectly drawn black eyeliner, which you can complement with a pale foundation and a coral or red lipstick, depending on what suits you best. Here’s a short tutorial video that shows you how to achieve the perfect eyeliner look (from 1 minute 45 onwards):

What makeup goes with a fuchsia dress?

Fuchsia pink is a colour that enhances your complexion beautifully, especially if you have slightly tanned skin. With this shade, you can go for a classic look using black and brown makeup, or you can add a touch of brightness to your makeup with pale pink tones. Similar to green, avoid fuchsia pink in a tonal match, as it may lack subtlety.

What makeup goes with a light pink dress?

The pastel pink dress pairs beautifully with nude, beige, or pale pink shades. I recommend a subtle makeup look: if you usually apply eyeliner, go for a finer line, and consider using brown liner, which is less contrasting than black. The aim is to highlight the softness and femininity of your features.

👉 These tips also apply to a white or beige dress!

What makeup goes with a red or burgundy dress?

Red pairs especially well with black: if it is bright, you can create a simple contrast between these two colours. If you are using a burgundy red, rather try a gradient with different shades of brown: you will achieve a very stylish result!

How to Create a Bohemian Makeup Look for a Festival or a Night Out?

Until now, the make-up tips offered in this guide have been focused on everyday looks or outings with friends. However, make-up can truly be a means of artistic expression. In recent years, on TikTok and Instagram, many make-up artists have gained recognition for their stunning creations.

Festivals and themed events are places where you can dare to wear very original and colourful makeup. The legendary Coachella festival, for instance, which takes place every year in California, provides an opportunity for many individuals to create a unique look with extraordinary makeup!

Are you curious to learn how to embrace a unique and colourful makeup style? Explore our tips and inspirations!

Dare to Embrace Colour

In this kind of context, all colours are allowed! Your eyes and lips are no longer the limits of your makeup: think of your face as a true canvas, creating a unique masterpiece.

You can create contrasts by using complementary colours (green and red, blue and yellow, etc.), rainbow gradients, or even by opting for a single gradient colour.

Create Patterns!

Still considering your face as a canvas, don't hesitate to create more or less symmetrical patterns. If you wish to craft something intricate, I highly recommend sketching a draft on paper first, so you can determine the order in which to proceed.

When it comes to inspiration, you can replicate animal patterns, floral elements, tribal makeup, or even abstract designs, depending on what resonates with you. This is the perfect time to let your creativity run wild!

Let's Bring on the Glitter and Sparkle

Iconic Festival Makeup, glitter is perfect for brightening up your face and creating a unique look! It is applied with a special glue, which can be purchased at cosmetic shops. Once the glue is in place, you have a few minutes to dab on the glitter with your brush. You can also, if you wish, use this method to apply gems or even jewellery elements!

👉 For an even more amazing look, take a look at glow-in-the-dark glitter to truly stand out!

I hope this article has helped you to easily choose your make-up based on your outfit, and to build your confidence to try new combinations! Make-up is a fun way to personalise an outfit and complete your look: it complements fashion perfectly!

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Where can you buy a trendy dress at a good price?

When looking to match your makeup with a beautiful, trendy dress, the first step is knowing where to go! Whether it's online stores that specialise in fashion, or charming local boutiques offering trendy dress models that may not always come in your size, making a choice can be quite challenging...

If you want to buy dresses that will perfectly complement your makeup, the first step is to look for an online shop that specialises in women's ready-to-wear fashion. Often, more general fashion retailers offer styles that leave much to be desired or are already out of date. Subsequently, to choose a unique dress, you need to find a dress that truly reflects your style! Before placing your order online, take the time to explore different cuts, colours, and fabrics. Once you're confident that you can coordinate it with your makeup, you'll be ready to complete your online order!