Life in Colour

24: The Many Shades of Christmas: Red, Green & Metallics Explained

Life in Colour

Show Notes

Christmas colours aren’t just red and green — and they definitely don’t look the same on everyone.

In this episode of Life in Colour, I’m breaking down the different variations of Christmas colours, from reds and greens to metallics, and explaining why some versions feel festive and flattering… while others just don’t feel right at all.

We chat about:

The different types of reds (and why one person glows in crimson while another looks better in a softer or deeper shade)

How greens can swing warm, cool, light or deep — and why that matters

Why metallics aren’t one-size-fits-all (gold, silver, champagne, pewter and more)

How to choose festive colours that work with your seasonal palette, not against it

If you’ve ever put on a “Christmas outfit” and felt like something was off — even though the colour should work — this episode will help you understand why.

It’s about keeping the festive feel, without forcing colours that don’t suit you.

Want to go deeper with colour?

If you’re just starting out, I have a free “Find Your Colours” guide that will help you begin understanding what colours work best for you and why. It’s a great place to start if you’ve ever felt unsure about choosing colours when shopping or getting dressed. 👉 You’ll find the link to download it here.

If you’d like personalised support, you can also book a Virtual Colour Analysis with me. We’ll work out your seasonal palette and I’ll show you how to use it in real life — from clothes to accessories and beyond. 👉 All the details and booking links are linked here or www.lovingcolour.au/colouranalysis

🎧 Listen now on Life in Colour — available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

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