2006-10-27 01:31:20 · 11 answers · asked by tragically 1 in Beauty & Style ➔ Other - Beauty & Style
Leopards do and it works for them.
2006-10-27 01:54:00 · answer #1 · answered by damsel36 5 · 5⤊ 1⤋
In some cases, you shouldn't. Like a black suit jacket and black pants, a black top with brown pants, or any other "complete" outfit. Trying to pair the two colors as a set doesn't work. It's an old fashion rule, some say outdated, but most people follow it since the two colors don't mix well. Pairing two neutrals that are both dark (or light) as a set tends to wash a person out and looks dull.
But there are times when it's OK to pair the two colors. Like a brown croc belt with black pants and a black sweater, a chocolate brown skirt with black boots and a boldly colored top, or even using an amimal prints. Now it's no longer about matching colors, but complementing textures and fabrics the right way so that one brings some balance to the look. It's accenting one color with the other, and not trying to match them.
It also has to be the right items to accessorize with. Not just material, but also the color. Brown and black both come in a wide array of shades, so there are some limits as to what will work. Similar to wearing two different shades of black, they can either complement each other, or clash. One black may have undertones of brown, while another has shades of purple, and another has blue tones. One brown may have yellow undertones, while another has shades of red, and another orange. So when you look at the two colors, do they have the same undertones, or are they different?
Examples:
Midnight (blue-black) paired with chestnut (reddish-brown) will clash.
Sable (brownish-black) paired with chocolate (deep brown) will complement.
So before you wear, put the two items next to each other. See if you think they clash, contrast, complement, or blend nicely. Then use your best judgment.
In the end, the best fashion for you is the one you like. If you follow your own taste rather than being a slave to fashion and rules set by others, you can create your own unique look that is personalized to you. And you'll be happier because you feel more comfortable in your clothing.
2006-10-27 02:25:10 · answer #2 · answered by welches_grape_jelly 6 · 6⤊ 0⤋
This used to be a bit of a cliche! Black and brown together was never thought to be fashionable but now its all the rage.
Anyway, if you like black and brown together wear it girl, fashion is all about the individuals own taste, make a statement and go for it.
2006-10-27 01:52:33 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
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Why can you not wear brown and black together?
2015-08-24 06:55:33 · answer #4 · answered by Izabel 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
,though not considered a good combo fashion wise; because they are similar in shade...dark...It is possible to wear black and a brown together...as long as the brown is a lighter shade of brown, like a tan for example. It can be paired with black...be careful not to let it over power the black....when in doubt I always stick to black on black ect...
2006-10-27 01:46:10 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, you can if you want, but I presume you're implying why is it not fashionable. Because they are too similar colours. Clothes look good all the same colour or contrasts (e.g white and black, red and blue). You wouldn't wear yellow and cream, which is a similar thing.
2006-10-27 01:35:03 · answer #6 · answered by missytrist 1 · 3⤊ 0⤋
well, u can but it's not cool coz black and brown both dark colors
2006-10-27 01:35:20 · answer #7 · answered by shosho_scorp 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
because it doesn't match. Yea they kind of clash with each other.
2006-10-27 01:38:52 · answer #8 · answered by Kendie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can and I do. Depends on what you are wearing.
2006-10-27 01:33:15 · answer #9 · answered by Mary Smith 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Who says you cant.
2006-10-27 01:33:47 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋