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Best Colors to Wear If You Opt To Go Gray

When it comes to curating your wardrobe with a striking gray shade, it's time to up the ante.
By 
Six to Sunday
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12.29.2022

Can we just come out and say: cheers to our silver sisters.

While we believe how we present ourselves in the world is a deeply personal choice, the “silver revolution” of women embracing their natural hair color is a powerful statement about accepting ourselves as we are. And that is beautiful.

Living at a time where those of us who choose to no longer have to conceal the grays feels quite liberating.

However, one not-so-little consideration is that everything from your hair products to makeup to clothing colors may need a second take. Put simply, what looked good when you were a brunette may not be so flattering with a newly gray mane.

When it comes to curating your wardrobe with a striking gray shade, it's time to up the ante. We're not asking you to give up your coveted go-to pieces, but to expand your perspective. Thinking outside of the color box with shades that will perfectly compliment the now “on-trend gray hair.

Consider Non-Black Hues

It's easy to stick to the sleek and slimming effects of any black garment, but even more sophisticated for those gone gray are non-black dark colors—perfect timing for winter.

Charcoal gray is a trendy, dark hue that looks great, especially in the winter.

ALLSAINTS Rita Leppo T-Shirt
ANINE BING Avi Myth Los Angeles Tee
Faherty Willa Top
Eileen Fisher Peruvian Organic High Collar Cardigan

Navy blue is another subtle color that is comfortable and easy to style.

WHITE MARK Stretchy Tunic Top
Ann Taylor Shimmer Floral Mixed Media Smocked Neck Top
FOXCROFT Pamela Stretch Button-Up Tunic
Ralph Lauren Polka-Dot Georgette Blouse

Embrace the Blush Lingerie Palette

Pink and gray are age-old complementary colors. Soft blush colors effortlessly highlight your mage and brighten your complexion.

Colors like peach or coral pair well with facial features with warm undertones.

Amazon Essentials Long-Sleeve Cable Crewneck Sweater
INC INTERNATIONAL CONCEPTS V-Neck Sweater
HALOGEN Button Cuff Cotton Blend Sweater
Free People Bradley Pullover

A dusty mauve or natural pink also goes well with silver strands.

Ann Taylor Rhinestone Shoulder Button Sweater
MISA Los Angeles Clio Smocked Paisley Top
Favorite Daughter The Date Blouse
Ann Taylor Cashmere Turtleneck Tunic Sweater

Experiment with On-Trend Colors

There are a variety of colors currently trending in fashion that can be really fun to play around with.

A deep, earthy brown is all over our feed, and really having a moment right now.

Banana Republic Forever Sweater
Banana Republic Forever Cardigan
MADEWELL Elliston Crop Pullover Sweater
Karen Kane Turtleneck Sweater

Cobalt blue is also a refreshing new color that combines great with gray.

Extro & Vert Cotton Oversized Shirt
Vero Moda Curve Tailored Double Breasted Suit Blazer
Free People Vancouver Turtleneck Sweater
EDEN Matte Silk Tunic Shirt

Try a Shade of the Season

During the chillier months, it’s best to opt out of lighter and bright tones. Instead, try embracing hues that pair well with the season.

Both emerald and forest greens are classic holiday essentials. The jewel-tone shades pair nicely with gray and help effortlessly frame the face.

Croft & Barrow Classic Ribbed Open-Front Cardigan
Gap Shaker-Stitch Boyfriend Cardigan
Anthropologie Pilcro Turtleneck Sweater
J.CREW Oversized Cashmere Wrap
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