Green has often been viewed as quite the statement colour, which can make it seem a challenge to style. Photos Courtesy: File pic
Shade
To find out which shades will flatter you the most, determine whether you have a cool or a warm undertone. Blue-based greens such as emerald or teal work best with cooler skin tones, while warm undertones can carry off yellow-based greens such as olive or lime with panache
Saturated
Saturated, lighter shades such as brat green or lime are more adventurous and playful, and better suited to statement-making casual looks.
For more casual or formal events, it is important to pair them with neutrals such as grey, black or white, or browns and tans, to rein them in
Less saturated mints and pistachio greens are earthy and wholesome, and more appropriate for workwear.
You can still play up the contrast by choosing non-neutrals such as burgundy (with mint) and soft pink (with sage green) for an eye-catching but sophisticated look
Small doses
If you’ve never worn green before, start small. An olive, sage or forest green blazer, or trousers paired with a neutral top is a safe but smart way to sport the colour of the season
Green is also a great accent colour and can be worn in jewellery, handbags, belts and scarves for an unexpected pop of colour
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