BECOMING COLOURS.

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXIV, Issue 19698, 26 July 1927, Page 5

BECOMING COLOURS.

While certain types of women have only one colour problem—that of either hair or complexion—the woman with auburn hair and pale skin has two. Her hair is a precious possession and must be guarded carefully against all shades that will take away from its coppery glints, and her skin must equally be watched that an unfriendly tone may not give it a sallowish cast or add to its pallor. For her street colours she has two greens, but she must make sure that the shutter green is not so dark that it forms a contrast to her skin. Shutter green, medium green, brick or henna, tortoiseshell (light golden brown). For the reasons given above, this type must take no liberties with the following colours: red, strong blue, dark green, yellow, violet, orange, fuchsia, pure pink and rose. Always bear in mind that the real duty of colour is to bring out one's good points, and to subdue one's defects in the place where they become as inconspicuous as possible. Although colour is such a force it need not be obtrusive. So -harmonious and peaceful may its effect be that the colour itself retires into the background. Like all forces with so much potential good it must be thoroughly understood and mastered lest itgain the upper hand and bring about harsh discords.