In short
- Near the face, colour acts like a reflector: the right one brightens, the wrong one tires.
- Warm colouring suits coral, peach, golden beige and warm greens.
- Cool colouring suits lavender, fuchsia, sky blue and graphite.
- Universal shades: dusty pink, turquoise, ivory.
A cardigan is worn close to the face, so colour matters more than with trousers or shoes. Here is a simple way to find yours.
Test: warm or cool undertone
- Look at the veins on your wrist: greenish means warm, bluish means cool.
- If gold jewellery suits you better, you are warm; if silver, cool.
- If both, you have a neutral undertone and almost everything works.
Colours for warm undertones
Coral, peach, warm beige, mustard, olive, warm green. From our collection: Coral and Emerald.
Colours for cool undertones
Lavender, fuchsia, sky blue, graphite, deep blue. Ours: Lavender, Fuchsia, Rosie, Sky, Graphite.
Universal shades
Dusty pink (Blush), turquoise (Turquoise) and ivory suit most people.
Shop the edit
Cropped Kid Mohair & Silk Cardigan, Lavender · $175
Kid Mohair & Silk Flared-Sleeve Cardigan, Coral · $175
Kid Mohair & Silk Ruffle-Sleeve Cardigan, Green · $175Mohair and colour
Mohair has a natural lustre and fluffy halo, so even bright colours look softer than on smooth knits. Fuchsia in mohair does not shout; it glows.
Choosing a colour for a gift
- Look at the colours she already wears.
- If unsure, choose dusty pink, sky blue or graphite.
- For a mother or grandmother, soft pastels; for a friend, a bold accent.
More in our gift guide.
FAQ
What is the most versatile cardigan colour?
Dusty pink, ivory, graphite and turquoise suit most women.
Can I order a cardigan in a different colour?
Yes, most AuraHome designs can be knitted to order in another colour. Message us on Etsy.
Does mohair fade?
Well-dyed mohair holds its colour, but do not dry it in direct sun.
