Red for Winters
Winters, you truly get the most festive of reds. From brightest holly berry True Red and Tango Red through to the deep reddish pinks of Cherry Red and Cranberry, yours really are the deepest and richest of reds.
The key thing to remember, when identifying your best reds, is to avoid anything even vaguely tomato-coloured, or soft - anything with an orange undertone, or a red which drifts into rust or brick shades, will look weak and insipid on you, and mean your skintone loses that gorgeous fresh Winter glow.
Of course, it's easy to shop for your best reds with Kettlewell; you can either browse all of the Winter colours, or use the website filters to narrow down the items you can view by colour (Red) and seasonal palette (Winter), to show you all the variations on the theme that will work for you.
The other key thing to remember is to wear your reds in contrast. Whether it's a really classic combination like Navy, White and Red, or something much more contemporary, don't forget to add the contrast. This can come either in the form of a neutral plus a bright (red), or by mixing lights (white, ice colours) with red, or even by clashing two or more bright shades together. A tonal look - for example, red with burgundy with charcoal - might feel elegant, but needs to be styled carefully in order not to feel flat and plain.
Lauren Jersey Trousers | Silky Crew Neck | Mid Cascade | Merino Infinity Scarf
Style notes: For a slight twist on oh-so-classic red, white and blue that feels every bit as fresh, try switching white for Pink Ice. The column of Navy Lauren Trousers and Mid Cascade creates a long lean silhouette without sacrificing comfort.
Joanna Dress | Rachel Jacket | Sia Silk Scarf | Print Clutch Bag
Style notes: I love a red/pink colour clash. The depth of Cranberry is a touch more wearable than Carmine or True Red, while the Sia Silk Scarf adds a glamorous touch to suit the dress. Perfect for dressing up this festive season (even if you're the only person who will see it!)
To see Reds for the other seasonal palettes, use the links below:
