How Redheads Can Rock: Lilac

Like our How To Wear series, we’re working on a new How Redheads Can Rock makeup series. We discuss trends, unique makeup, and stereotypes that redheads face. This time, we’re talking about the color lilac.

Purple is such a stunning color for redheads in all its shades. Fair-skinned redheads often overlook lighter purple for fear it will wash them out. Lilac, which has a warm purple-pink hue, is an excellent alternative to lavender, which tends to run more gray-toned. We think redheads can rock lilac and we want to show you how. You can rock lilac clothing, makeup, and nail polish for several reasons:

Contrast and Complement: Lilac, a soft and cool-toned color, contrasts beautifully with the warm tones typically found in red hair. This contrast can enhance the natural warmth of red hair and create a striking visual impact.
Soft and Feminine: Lilac is often associated with femininity, gentleness, and grace. This soft hue can complement the natural elegance usually attributed to redheads, creating a harmonious and balanced overall look.
Versatility: Lilac is a versatile color that can be worn in various shades and intensities, making it suitable for casual and formal occasions. This versatility allows redheads to express their style and personality through different fashion choices.
Trendy and Modern: Lilac has been a popular color in fashion and beauty trends, particularly in recent years. Embracing lilac tones in clothing, makeup, and nail polish can give redheads a modern and fashionable edge.
Eyes and Skin Tone: Lilac can complement many redheads’ complexion and eye color. It can bring out the green or blue undertones in eyes and complement fair or freckled skin tones.
Personal Expression: Fashion and beauty are about expressing oneself, and choosing lilac allows redheads to experiment with color to reflect their style and preferences.

Overall, redheads should embrace lilac because it enhances their natural features, offers versatility in styling, and allows for creative expression in fashion and beauty choices.

How to wear lilac clothing:

Lilac is a beautiful color for the warmer months, but we understand if you’re not sold on it. What is the best way to embrace lilac in your wardrobe? Figure out what to pair it with! We love lilac paired with neutrals like tan, white, beige, black, and other soft colors like light blue, sage green, and pink. Of course, lilac looks fantastic with denim, too! Looking for some lilac pieces to add to your wardrobe?

Lilac Tops

& Other Stories Smocked Peplum Top: $99

Lilac Dresses

Pretty Garden Wrap Dress: $61

Lilac Pants/Skirts

CRZ Yoga Tennis Skirt: $35

Lilac Sets

Anrabess 2 Piece Linen Jumpsuit: $45

How to rock lilac makeup:

Your clothing isn’t the only fun way to rock the color lilac. We also love it for makeup and nails. Lilac can make your eyes pop and look stunning against all skin tones, even fair-skinned redheads! Lilac eyeshadow and lilac eyeliner are two great options; if you’re feeling bold, you could even rock a lilac blush, highlight, or lip color! Want to amp things up? Pair your lilac eyeshadow with Finally Have Lashes® in Plum. We also love lilac for nails as it looks very feminine and fun.