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OUTFIT COLORS TO BOOST YOUR TAN

By Style Feed Staff, July 4, 2024

You’ve slathered on the SPF, stayed sensibly hydrated and ensured your after-sun care is on point... Now look at you – glowing with a safely earned sun-kissed hue. Good thing we've selected the very best colors to make the most of it, right? Keep scrolling for the best tan-boosting tones to add to your summer wardrobe.

Street styler wearing citrus colours to enhance his tan | ASOS Style Feed

#1 CITRUS BRIGHTS

You might have immediately thought 'white' is the perfect tan combo. And yes, that color is on the list, but a zestier option is the perfect way to show your glow AND get your look well and truly noticed. The tangerine dream above is about as bold as it gets and look at what we have underneath? An accompanying white tank. We knew we wouldn't get too far into this without referencing everyones go-to hue.

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ASOS DESIGN oversized knit pointelle polo in burnt orange, $30

New Look toweling short in burnt orange, $20.40

Street styler wearing white to enhance his tan | ASOS Style Feed

#2 FROSTY WHITE

White's a no-brainer – it'll create maximum contrast to give the illusion of a deeper tan. While all-white can work well, why not mix it up with a pair of pants in a warming sunset shade? They don't have to be as out-there as the ones above, but honestly, it's a certified look.

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ASOS DESIGN relaxed revere shirt with fruit placement print, $30

ASOS DESIGN smart wide-leg pants in brown ombré print, $40

Blue jumper and shorts | ASOS Style Feed

#3 BLUE HUES

There's science behind our logic: almost all blues will make a tan look darker, but it's the shadeson the blue-green/turquoise spectrum that have maximum impact. Of course, knitwear isn't ideal for showing off your tan, but the flex lies in teaming your sweater or jacket with short shorts. It's a beer garden winner waiting to happen.

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Fred Perry contrast taping track jacket in light blue, $120

Nike Club French Terry shorts in blue, $55

Street styler wearing pale pink to enhance his tan | ASOS Style Feed

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#4 CORAL PINK

Bring out the rosier tones in your tan with beachy coral pink. We love this relaxed summer shirt with neutral pants and sneakers – it ensures all eyes are on the hero piece and its accompanying complexion.

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ASOS DESIGN short-sleeve relaxed shirt, $32

Jack & Jones wide fit linen mix cargo pants in ecru, $90