Fall in Love with The Best Autumn Colors For Your Undertone

Autumn colors mirror the gorgeous sights of this transitional season. Tree leaves change from bright greens to oranges and yellows, while the vibrant colors of summer subdue into browns to wait out the winter until it is time to shine again in Spring.

This time of year we exhibit the beauty around us by wearing autumn colors. When choosing colors to wear as clothing or makeup, pay attention the  undertone so they match your aesthetic. Wearing the wrong colors can make you appear tired and washed out. Colors in your spectrum will enhance your beauty and make you appear healthy and vibrant. Using the Blue Base Yellow Base Color System is a sure fire way to choose the best colors for you everytime. 

Don't know if you are blue or yellow based? Read our blog on this color system to find out: Living In Color: The Blue Base/Yellow Base Color System

Whether you are blue or yellow based there are colors this season that will look great with your skin's undertone.

YELLOW BASED AUTUMN COLORS

Yellow Based autumn colors are stunning. A lot of the colors we see in nature this time of year lean towards the yellow based spectrum. 

Here are some colors that will look incredible on you if you have yellow undertones. 

Yellow based yellows, oranges, and golds make for great eyeshadow colors this time of year. Hazel and brown eyes look especially vibrant sporting yellow based shadows like these.

Time to bust out the orange lipsticks! Yellow based oranges and reds are stunning lip colors that add some flair to your look.

Olive, moss and lime are yellow based greens that look fabulous worn as clothing or accessories. These dresses showcase the beauty of yellow based green shades.

It's a sure sign of a yellow based person if they look good in mustard yellow or marigold. If you have yellow undertones you will look fantastic wearing a yellow based sweater, beanie, or blouse this fall.

BLUE BASED AUTUMN COLORS

Although it is harder for a blue based person to find traditional autumn colors that match their undertone, there are plenty of beautiful subdued greens, reds, and yellows that work.

Here are some colors that will look fabulous on you if you have blue undertones.

The best words to describe blue based yellows are banana or light yellow green. These yellows make for great accent colors, nail colors, and tops.

Blue based browns are perfect to use this time of year. These rich browns and tans make for ideal eyeshadow colors.

There's nothing quite as classic as a red lip. Blue based reds make great lipstick colors for fall. Choose burgundys and reds that have a touch of pink or purple.

Lighter shades of forest green and mints are great autumn colors. These blue based greens are refreshing and fun to wear.

ALL ABOUT THAT BASE

In order to apply a makeup base that looks natural, it's ultra important to use the right foundation shade. Here at Oxygenetix, we strive to create foundation in colors that anyone can wear.  

Oxygenetix formulators used the Blue Base Yellow Base Color System to create beautiful foundation shades. Both the Oxygenating Foundation and Oxygenating Acne Control Foundation come in 7 blue bases (Pearl, Ivory, Taupe, Walnut, Coco, Ebony, & Mahogany) and 7 yellow base shades (Opal, Creme, Beige, Almond, Honey, Tawny, & Chakra).

For help finding your perfect shade, you can try our new Shade Finder app. Using your mobile device go to this website: shadefinder.oxygenetix.com and find your foundation match within seconds!