How to mix basic colours in your wardrobe: the ultimate guide
Learn how to combine black, white, beige, grey and navy to create elegant looks with any item in your wardrobe.
Knowing how to combine basic colours is the most underrated skill in personal style. With just five neutral tones, you can create dozens of different looks without spending a fortune on new clothes.
1. The 60-30-10 rule
60% of your look should be a dominant colour (usually neutral like black, beige or grey), 30% a complementary secondary colour, and 10% an accent colour that adds personality.
2. Black and white: the eternal duo
White and black never fail. Black trousers with a white shirt is the foundation of French style. Play with textures to avoid monotony.
3. Beige and cream: silent elegance
Camel, cream, sand and oat tones are at the heart of minimalist style. They go with everything and bring warmth.
4. Navy: the black substitute
Navy is more versatile than black and pairs especially well with white, beige, grey and red.
5. Grey: the invisible wildcard
Grey is the most adaptable colour of all. It combines with any other colour without competing.
6. Combinations that always work
- Beige + White + Brown: the elegant café look
- Black + White + Red: the timeless classic
- Navy + Beige + White: nautical chic style
- Camel + Black: the quintessential Parisian combination
On ComparaModa, you'll find all the basics you need to build your perfect wardrobe.
