The gray scale is perfectly combined with other colors, suitable for any premises and stylistic decisions.
Steel, silver, lead, wet asphalt, gray, pearl gray, smoky, mother of pearl, anthracite, slate, ashy ... Designers rightly consider gray one of the most elegant colors, which reveals itself through many complex shades. And according to psychologists, gray is able to fill the interior with a sense of calm and stability. He does not distract, does not take away attention on himself and helps to concentrate on his own feelings. That is why it is ideal for any room - from the bathroom to the bedroom. The main thing - the presence of sufficient lighting. At the same time, gray perfectly gets on with any style: hi-tech, loft, minimalism ... It softens the pretentious ceremonial of baroque and emphasizes the elegance of Art Deco.
Gray has a lot of undeniable merits. First of all, this color serves as an excellent background for bright furniture. And sofas and armchairs in gray upholstery look more expensive than in black or beige. Also, due to the huge presence of shades, gray color allows you to improve the space. For example, light gray shades create a feeling of spaciousness, cleanliness and freshness. Dark gray - suitable for a chamber, sensual atmosphere. They give depth to space. If you paint the far wall of the room in a dark gray color - this will visually increase the room. One of the most elegant shades of gray is considered gray-brown. According to the American decorator Kelly Hoppen, “this color is perfectly neutral. It is not too warm and not too cold. He brings harmony and a deep sense of calm to the room. ” Despite self-sufficiency, gray is a great companion. The most spectacular color combinations are:
- Gray + purple, lavender, plum, eggplant, purple, wine, burgundy, ruby - looks very sensual.
- Gray + blue, blue - cold and elegant.
- Gray + silver - stylish, elegant and not pretentious.
- Gray + yellow is a very cheerful combination.
- Gray + beige - a combination that never annoys.
And one more important rule. Never choose gray color, focusing on a small sample in the catalog. All the beauty and nobility of the shade can be seen only if you paint a part of the wall. In addition, with this approach it will be easier to understand which color to choose in a pair.
For the interior of the dining room fit light shades of gray. This range is well complemented by accessories made of silver, copper, shiny metals, as well as pottery cream tones. In the dining room, decorated in dark shades of gray, you should take care of good bright lighting.
Who is gray
Gray is multi-faceted, and shades are countless. When choosing clothes, pay attention to the type of appearance, in particular the color of eyes, hair and skin tone.
The owners of cool color stylists recommend choosing a cool gray color. This shade harmonizes appearance with clothes. Girls with a warm type, which is characterized by peach, beige or pink skin tone and light hair shades, should pay attention to the pearl and creamy gray.
Contrast appearance gives the chance to create bright combinations with gray color in sets. Selecting the wardrobe detail, you should bring it to the face. A suitable shade highlights the appearance.
Gray clothes behave insidiously on fat women. Girls in the body are advised to avoid monochrome images that emphasize the flaws of the figure. In such cases, pay attention to the dark gray color in clothes, decorated with a vertical striped print.
Shades of gray in clothes
Laconic gray affects a variety of shades. Properly choosing shades of gray, and adding accessories, every fashionista will feel individual.
Dark gray color in clothes ("anthracite") looks stylish and soft. Hue is recommended to complement things neutral spectrum. Color is found in classic business style ensembles. The dress, complemented by bright colors or jewelery, represents an evening look.
Light gray in clothes is designed to create delicate and feminine silhouettes. It is recommended to choose a shade of slim girls and owners of bright appearance, otherwise modest colors will make the image fade. This tone is combined with details of muted colors.
Shades of gray cover the spectrum from dark to bright and differ in sub-tones, which are represented in a wide variety. The textile industry offers fabrics of any shade of gray.
In fashion known to all the silver shade of gray. It carries luxury and sophistication, and is intended for evening looks. In contrast to this color stands stone, which will become a canvas for everyday look. This bow is easily complemented by any accessories. Note that the stone shade is secondary in the sets.
Warm palette in tandem with gray
A variety of gray allows you to combine the tone with a warm palette. Warm gray color is obtained by adding red and yellow colors. The more auxiliary color, the warmer the shade.
The winning tandem is gray and yellow. Bright and cheerful color harmoniously balances the muted gray shades. When creating such kits gray color should be dominant.
Organic alliance looks gray with green. Choose saturated green, otherwise gray will muffle it and leave in the shade. Red in combination with gray looks advantageous. Two polar shades complement each other, giving the image integrity.
Ambiguous tandem - gray with brown. The latter fills the image with warmth, but at the same time adds dullness to gray. To avoid this, stylists recommend the use of shades that are different in lightness (dark brown and light gray and vice versa).
Gray combined with cold gamma
The versatility of gray is manifested in pairs with cold shades. Restrained tandem - gray and blue, suitable for official business meetings. To create a strict image is recommended to choose a cool gray color.
This shade is obtained by mixing gray with blue. The presence of the latter makes it possible to create organic combinations with a blue tone.
Mysteriously looks alliance gray with purple. Special charm will give products rich purple color. The combination is found in evening wear. In business suites lilac will be a good addition to gray. He will give the image of refinement and sophistication.
Stylish sets are obtained by combining gray with cool shades of green. The winning tandem is gray and turquoise. Cool tone in the form of details will complete the silhouette, becoming the main focus. These shades are combined, regardless of saturation. In any case, the set will be noble and concise.
How to choose the color of gray hair
If you decide to dye your hair gray, you need to choose the right shade. Although this color suits most women, but there are some nuances.
When choosing a tone, follow the advice of stylists:
- silver hair color will highlight healthy complexion in fair-skinned girls. If there are freckles, acne and any flaws on the skin, then it is better to refuse to paint,
- platinum - blond and grayish - ashy will suit women with fair skin and gray - green gases,
- perfect mouse color is extremely difficult to achieve. With improper staining, dull strands are obtained. A beautiful mouse shade is suitable for bright eyes and pale skin,
- ashen gray hair color is suitable for women of autumn-winter color type. Girls with green eyes and light skin with a peach shimmer should refrain from painting, as this will add age to them, and the image will be vulgar,
- if the color is dull, lifeless, you should “revive” the hair by highlighting or coloring.
A variety of gray curls: ash silver, dark, light blond, black and pearl with pink, platinum with light brown
Gray-haired Kohler was back in fashion thanks to celebrities and public people. Already not only aged ladies demonstrate their hairstyles, but also young girls repaint curls, achieving elegant gray hair.
There are many shades of this noble tone:
- Ash blond. Suitable for blondes who have brown or blue eyes. Stylists recommend using it as a successful yellowing removal,
- Light gray. With proper staining, shades smoothly change from lighter to darker. Suitable only for blue-eyed and green-eyed girls,
- Mouse An ideal color scheme can be obtained only in the cabin of an experienced master. Specialists add an ashy note to the main color to make the curls play and the image is light,
- Dark grey. A tone that suits all women. It happens with dark, ashen and silver tints,
- Ash - gray. To obtain such a low tide, the barber divorces three colors: ashy, blond and blond. Suitable for fair-skinned ladies with gray-blue eyes,
- Graphite. The color is like that of a simple pencil. It happens different ebb: from light ashen to the color of wet asphalt.
Having decided to paint the curls in gray - ashy tint, it is recommended to adhere to the rules of dyeing.
All procedures must be performed in the cabin. Otherwise, the color can get dull and add a few years to age.
How to get a gray color with a palette of colors from Estelle de Luxe and Silver
Owners of blond hair will get this tone without difficulty. For those who have dark curls, you first need to lighten them by 2-3 tones.
Strands must be without yellowness.
Dyeing hair in gray color is a rather complicated process, because you have to experiment and mix several tones.
To properly dye your hair silver, you need to observe some of the nuances of coloring:
- dark strands are first clarified, then toning is done,
- if the curls were damaged, it is better not to paint them,
- When painting the house, you must strictly follow the instructions. Otherwise, you can get the marsh color strands,
- If you want your hair to get a light-brown color, use a violet tinting shampoo. The paint is left for a few minutes, because it can get a bright purple color,
- a gray color scheme is achieved if the curls have never been painted. Dark strands are first clarified. Best of all the tone falls on light brown hair. Blondes can get a greenish tint,
- With unsuccessful staining, of course, there is a desire to return color. For this shampoo is suitable for deep cleansing, but it damages the structure of the strand. Therefore, it is better to use henna or basma. So not only can you change the color of the curls, but also improve them.
Care for hair painted in gray tint: permanent color restoration
Ash hair looks very impressive. In order to preserve the result for a long time, it is necessary to properly care for the curls.
For these purposes, suitable special shampoos, balms, masks. Means remove a yellowish tint, moisturize and saturate with nutrients.
Do not use heating devices: ironing, hairdryer. If this cannot be avoided, use a thermal protective agent.
Visit the hairdresser to trim the split ends and tint the roots.
Gray hair color will give you individuality
Coloring in gray color, of course, gives the image of spectacularity.
However, only the correct selection of colors will help to emphasize individuality and refresh the complexion.
Gray color in the interior
Gray is called the "designer workhorse" because it blends perfectly with any other colors. Gray is ideal for the background and you can use it to prevent design errors. It will soften flashy colors and emphasize the beauty of clear shades. Gray color is very suitable for male offices and for interiors in a minimalist style.
When creating gray interiors you need to take into account some features. It must be remembered that monochrome gray looks too monotonous, so it is important to use different textures, form processing and shades and be sure to make additional colors into the room in even small amounts. Upholstered furniture in gray often looks more expensive than its colorful counterparts, but to highlight the depth and elegance of gray, it is good to add a bunch of bright pillows.
Author: According to the book Litris Aysman "Dao Color"
Article publication date: December 2014
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