{"id":107153,"date":"2025-08-02T18:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-02T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/?p=107153"},"modified":"2025-08-01T21:58:32","modified_gmt":"2025-08-01T19:58:32","slug":"clothing-color-combos-that-age-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/","title":{"rendered":"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-6::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-6{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-7::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-7{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-8::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-8{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-9::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-9{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-10::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-10{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-11::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-11{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-12::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-12{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-13::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-13{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-14::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-14{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-15::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-15{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-16::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-16{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-17::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-17{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-18::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-18{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-19::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-19{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>Ever noticed how certain colors make you look like you&rsquo;ve traveled back in time&mdash;and not in a good way? The wrong color combinations can add years to your appearance faster than you can say &lsquo;outdated wardrobe.&rsquo; I&rsquo;ve spent years helping clients transform their look, and I&rsquo;m here to share the color combos to avoid and what to wear instead for a more youthful vibe.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Beige on Beige: The Invisible Outfit<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17-Clothing-Color-Combinations-That-Age-You-And-What-To-Wear-To-Look-Younger-1.jpg\" alt=\"Beige on Beige: The Invisible Outfit\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20300%20300'%3E%3Crect%20width='300'%20height='300'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"Beige on Beige: The Invisible Outfit\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" loading=\"eager\" data-src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17-Clothing-Color-Combinations-That-Age-You-And-What-To-Wear-To-Look-Younger-1.jpg\" class=\"eager-load\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17-Clothing-Color-Combinations-That-Age-You-And-What-To-Wear-To-Look-Younger-1.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whowhatwear.com\/uk\/beige-outfits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">\u00a9 Who What Wear<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Wearing head-to-toe beige washes you out faster than a high tide! Instead, pair your favorite beige piece with vibrant colors like coral or turquoise.<br><br>Though neutrals have their place, all-beige ensembles scream &lsquo;I&rsquo;ve given up!&rsquo; Mix in some texture or a pop of color to breathe life into your look.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Navy and Black: The Funeral Director Special<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Beige-on-Beige-The-Invisible-Outfit.jpg\" alt=\"Navy and Black: The Funeral Director Special\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Beige-on-Beige-The-Invisible-Outfit.jpg\" alt=\"Navy and Black: The Funeral Director Special\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Beige-on-Beige-The-Invisible-Outfit.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/coveteur.com\/navy-black-outfit-pairings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; Coveteur<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Whoever said navy and black don&rsquo;t mix was onto something! This somber combo drains vitality from your face faster than a vampire at a blood bank.<br><br>Where once this pairing screamed &lsquo;fashion faux pas,&rsquo; now it just screams &lsquo;dated.&rsquo; Try navy with white or black with camel for a more contemporary, age-defying approach.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Pastels with Gray: The Grandma&rsquo;s Couch Effect<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Navy-and-Black-The-Funeral-Director-Special.jpg\" alt=\"Pastels with Gray: The Grandma's Couch Effect\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Navy-and-Black-The-Funeral-Director-Special.jpg\" alt=\"Pastels with Gray: The Grandma's Couch Effect\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Navy-and-Black-The-Funeral-Director-Special.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theviviennefiles.com\/2023\/08\/accenting-navy-with-pastels.html\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; The Vivienne Files<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Pairing baby pink or light blue with gray? Hello, 1985 called and wants its dusty color scheme back! This combination can make you look washed out and tired.<br><br>How about swapping that gray for a rich navy or chocolate brown instead? These deeper neutrals create contrast that defines your features rather than diminishing them.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Burgundy and Forest Green: The Christmas Tree Trap<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Pastels-with-Gray-The-Grandma.jpg\" alt=\"Burgundy and Forest Green: The Christmas Tree Trap\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Pastels-with-Gray-The-Grandma.jpg\" alt=\"Burgundy and Forest Green: The Christmas Tree Trap\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Pastels-with-Gray-The-Grandma.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/5-fashionable-ways-to-wear-red-and-green-this-winter--493566440406377264\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; InkVibeDesigns<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re not actually decorating a tree, this holiday combo screams &lsquo;I&rsquo;m stuck in the 90s!&rsquo; Together, these dark tones create a heavy, aging effect that drags down your whole look.<br><br>Though individually gorgeous, when paired they&rsquo;re about as fresh as last year&rsquo;s fruitcake. Try burgundy with blush pink or forest green with mustard for modern, youthful alternatives.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Brown with Orange: The Retro Rust Disaster<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Burgundy-and-Forest-Green-The-Christmas-Tree-Trap.jpg\" alt=\"Brown with Orange: The Retro Rust Disaster\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Burgundy-and-Forest-Green-The-Christmas-Tree-Trap.jpg\" alt=\"Brown with Orange: The Retro Rust Disaster\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Burgundy-and-Forest-Green-The-Christmas-Tree-Trap.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windsorstore.com\/blogs\/how-tos\/what-to-wear-with-brown-our-favorite-pants-tops-jackets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; Windsor<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Ah, the 70s called&mdash;they miss their earth tones! Brown and orange together create a vintage vibe that&rsquo;s less &lsquo;retro cool&rsquo; and more &lsquo;outdated school principal.&rsquo;<br><br>If you&rsquo;re craving warmth, try camel with cream instead, or pair that orange with navy for a surprisingly fresh combo. Your face will thank you for the instant brightness boost!<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Purple and Yellow: The Bruised Banana Look<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Brown-with-Orange-The-Retro-Rust-Disaster.jpg\" alt=\"Purple and Yellow: The Bruised Banana Look\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Brown-with-Orange-The-Retro-Rust-Disaster.jpg\" alt=\"Purple and Yellow: The Bruised Banana Look\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-6\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Brown-with-Orange-The-Retro-Rust-Disaster.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/fustany.com\/en\/fashion\/style-ideas\/how-to-wear-lavender-and-yellow-together\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; Fustany.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>While complementary on the color wheel, this high-contrast pairing can be harsh on mature skin, highlighting every line like a magnifying mirror in direct sunlight.<br><br>Hence my advice: opt for softer versions like lavender with butter yellow. The gentler contrast creates harmony rather than highlighting your age markers&mdash;talk about a visual facelift!<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Taupe with Mint Green: The Hospital Uniform<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Purple-and-Yellow-The-Bruised-Banana-Look.jpg\" alt=\"Taupe with Mint Green: The Hospital Uniform\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Purple-and-Yellow-The-Bruised-Banana-Look.jpg\" alt=\"Taupe with Mint Green: The Hospital Uniform\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-7\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Purple-and-Yellow-The-Bruised-Banana-Look.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theviviennefiles.com\/2023\/03\/accent-colors-to-wear-with-beige-taupe-or-olive-green-pantone-new-york-autumn-winter-2023.html\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; The Vivienne Files<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Nothing says &lsquo;I&rsquo;m here for my hip replacement&rsquo; quite like taupe and mint green together! This clinical combo drains color from your face faster than bad lighting.<br><br>If you adore mint, pair it with navy or charcoal instead. The contrast will bring life to your complexion rather than making you look like you&rsquo;re waiting for medication.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Mustard Yellow and Olive Green: The Army Surplus Situation<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Taupe-with-Mint-Green-The-Hospital-Uniform.jpg\" alt=\"Mustard Yellow and Olive Green: The Army Surplus Situation\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Taupe-with-Mint-Green-The-Hospital-Uniform.jpg\" alt=\"Mustard Yellow and Olive Green: The Army Surplus Situation\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-8\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Taupe-with-Mint-Green-The-Hospital-Uniform.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/334884922287789555\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; aadnah<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Combining these two muddy tones creates a camouflage effect&mdash;and not in the trendy way! Your personality disappears faster than cookies at an office party.<br><br>Though individually these colors can shine, together they&rsquo;re about as exciting as watching paint dry. Try mustard with denim blue or olive with cream for combinations that highlight rather than hide you.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Red and Purple: The Royal Headache<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Mustard-Yellow-and-Olive-Green-The-Army-Surplus-Situation.png\" alt=\"Red and Purple: The Royal Headache\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Mustard-Yellow-and-Olive-Green-The-Army-Surplus-Situation.png\" alt=\"Red and Purple: The Royal Headache\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-9\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Mustard-Yellow-and-Olive-Green-The-Army-Surplus-Situation.png\" data-pin-description=\"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marciacrivorot.com\/journal\/how-to-match-colors-red-and-violet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; Marcia Crivorot<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>While royalty might approve, this bold combo creates such visual tension it can age you faster than stress and sunbathing combined! The clash fights for attention and overwhelms mature complexions.<br><br>Instead, try burgundy (a sophisticated red) with lavender (a subtle purple). This refined pairing offers the same color family without the aging, eye-straining effect.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Khaki with Tan: The Safari Gone Wrong<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Red-and-Purple-The-Royal-Headache.jpg\" alt=\"Khaki with Tan: The Safari Gone Wrong\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Red-and-Purple-The-Royal-Headache.jpg\" alt=\"Khaki with Tan: The Safari Gone Wrong\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-10\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Red-and-Purple-The-Royal-Headache.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instyle.com\/fashion\/what-wear-with-khakis-beige-pants-outfits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">\u00a9 InStyle<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Unless you&rsquo;re actually tracking lions, this beige-on-beige-on-beige situation is the fastest route to Blandville&mdash;population: you looking 10 years older! The lack of contrast flattens your features.<br><br>If safari vibes are your jam, pair khaki with turquoise or coral instead. The pop of color brings energy to your face and keeps you from looking like you&rsquo;re about to narrate a nature documentary.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Brown and Black: The Funeral Director&rsquo;s Apprentice<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Khaki-with-Tan-The-Safari-Gone-Wrong.webp\" alt=\"Brown and Black: The Funeral Director's Apprentice\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Khaki-with-Tan-The-Safari-Gone-Wrong.webp\" alt=\"Brown and Black: The Funeral Director's Apprentice\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-11\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Khaki-with-Tan-The-Safari-Gone-Wrong.webp\" data-pin-description=\"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/thesecondbutton.com\/black-and-brown\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; The Second Button<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Contrary to what some fashion rules suggest, brown and black together aren&rsquo;t modern&mdash;they&rsquo;re muddy! This dreary duo drags down your complexion and screams &lsquo;I dressed in the dark.&rsquo;<br><br>Where fashion forward folks might claim this works, for most of us, it&rsquo;s aging. Try chocolate brown with cream or black with camel instead for sophisticated contrast that brightens rather than dulls.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Pink and Green: The Watermelon Warning<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Brown-and-Black-The-Funeral-Director.jpg\" alt=\"Pink and Green: The Watermelon Warning\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Brown-and-Black-The-Funeral-Director.jpg\" alt=\"Pink and Green: The Watermelon Warning\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-12\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Brown-and-Black-The-Funeral-Director.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shauniesullivanphoto.com\/family-outfit-ideas-2022-dusty-rose-green\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; Shaunie Sullivan Photography<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>While adorable on six-year-olds, this fruity combo can look childish on adults, creating a strange age disconnect that actually makes you look older trying to look younger!<br><br>If you&rsquo;re craving these colors, try a dusty rose with olive green instead. The sophisticated versions of these hues create a mature yet fresh palette that won&rsquo;t make people wonder if you&rsquo;re dressed for a kindergarten reunion.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. Gray on Gray: The Human Thundercloud<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Pink-and-Green-The-Watermelon-Warning.jpg\" alt=\"Gray on Gray: The Human Thundercloud\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Pink-and-Green-The-Watermelon-Warning.jpg\" alt=\"Gray on Gray: The Human Thundercloud\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-13\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Pink-and-Green-The-Watermelon-Warning.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/40plusstyle.com\/how-to-wear-gray-color-palettes-and-ensembles-for-you-to-choose-from\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; 40+ Style<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Walking around in all gray is like carrying your own personal rain cloud! This monochromatic misery makes you look washed out, tired, and significantly older than your years.<br><br>Though gray has its merits, head-to-toe creates a dreary effect. Mix charcoal with bright white or soft gray with cobalt blue for combinations that illuminate rather than extinguish your natural glow.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Teal and Brown: The 80s Board Room Throwback<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gray-on-Gray-The-Human-Thundercloud.jpg\" alt=\"Teal and Brown: The 80s Board Room Throwback\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gray-on-Gray-The-Human-Thundercloud.jpg\" alt=\"Teal and Brown: The 80s Board Room Throwback\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-14\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Gray-on-Gray-The-Human-Thundercloud.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/910219774685511355\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; itsbriannamoon<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>This combo screams &lsquo;I still have shoulder pads in my closet!&rsquo; Teal and brown together create a dated corporate vibe that adds years faster than an all-nighter.<br><br>If teal makes your heart sing, pair it with navy or white instead. The fresher combinations bring this gorgeous color into the current decade without the aging, throwback effect of the brown partnership.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. Mauve and Teal: The Golden Girls Special<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Teal-and-Brown-The-80s-Board-Room-Throwback.jpg\" alt=\"Mauve and Teal: The Golden Girls Special\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Teal-and-Brown-The-80s-Board-Room-Throwback.jpg\" alt=\"Mauve and Teal: The Golden Girls Special\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-15\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Teal-and-Brown-The-80s-Board-Room-Throwback.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/pitevent.com\/?p=499229023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; Pit Event<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Bless your heart if you&rsquo;re still rocking this 80s Miami retirement home palette! Mauve and teal together create a time capsule effect that adds decades to your appearance.<br><br>Though these colors had their heyday, their reunion party is over. Try mauve with charcoal or teal with crisp white for combinations that honor these hues without the nostalgic aging effect.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">16. Lavender and Mint: The Easter Egg Ensemble<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Mauve-and-Teal-The-Golden-Girls-Special.jpg\" alt=\"Lavender and Mint: The Easter Egg Ensemble\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Mauve-and-Teal-The-Golden-Girls-Special.jpg\" alt=\"Lavender and Mint: The Easter Egg Ensemble\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-16\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Mauve-and-Teal-The-Golden-Girls-Special.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/colorandchic.com\/style-lavender-pants-spring\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; Color &amp; Chic<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Unless you&rsquo;re literally the Easter Bunny, this pastel parade can wash out mature skin tones faster than cheap shampoo! The lack of contrast flattens features and highlights any sallowness.<br><br>If these soft hues call to you, try lavender with navy or mint with charcoal instead. The depth from darker partners creates definition that frames your face rather than fading it.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">17. Brown and Orange: The 70s Living Room<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Lavender-and-Mint-The-Easter-Egg-Ensemble.jpg\" alt=\"Brown and Orange: The 70s Living Room\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Lavender-and-Mint-The-Easter-Egg-Ensemble.jpg\" alt=\"Brown and Orange: The 70s Living Room\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-17\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Lavender-and-Mint-The-Easter-Egg-Ensemble.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/howtowearfashion.com\/dress\/how-to-wear-orange-slip-dresses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; HowToWearFashion.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Walking around in brown and orange is like wearing your grandmother&rsquo;s sofa! This dated combo screams &lsquo;my style peaked during the Nixon administration.&rsquo;<br><br>How about trying rust orange with cream or chocolate brown with sky blue instead? These updated pairings give you the warm palette you crave without the time-travel effect that adds years to your appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">18. Charcoal and Mustard: The Dull Contrast<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Brown-and-Orange-The-70s-Living-Room.jpg\" alt=\"Charcoal and Mustard: The Dull Contrast\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Brown-and-Orange-The-70s-Living-Room.jpg\" alt=\"Charcoal and Mustard: The Dull Contrast\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-18\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Brown-and-Orange-The-70s-Living-Room.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/style-sidebar-floral-mustard-gray--307089268355544891\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; lilagguimaraess<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Charcoal gray paired with mustard yellow often creates a dull contrast that can make outfits look outdated. The somber tone of charcoal can overshadow the vibrancy of mustard, resulting in an unflattering ensemble. <\/p>\n\n<p>To achieve a fresher appearance, replace charcoal with a lighter gray or soft white to complement the mustard. This swap brightens the outfit and brings a modern touch. <\/p>\n\n\n            \n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">19. Dark Brown and Light Pink: The Drab Duo<\/h2>\n\n            \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Charcoal-and-Mustard-The-Dull-Contrast.png\" alt=\"Dark Brown and Light Pink: The Drab Duo\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Charcoal-and-Mustard-The-Dull-Contrast.png\" alt=\"Dark Brown and Light Pink: The Drab Duo\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-19\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/es\/clothing-color-combos-that-age-you\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/trendyuniverse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Charcoal-and-Mustard-The-Dull-Contrast.png\" data-pin-description=\"19 Clothing Color Combos That Secretly Age You (And What To Wear Instead)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globalsources.com\/knowledge\/perfectly-paired-top-10-pink-and-brown-outfit-combinations-for-any-occasion\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; Global Sources<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Dark brown combined with light pink may seem sweet, but it often results in a drab look that lacks vibrancy. The heaviness of dark brown can overshadow the softness of pink, making the combination appear dull.<\/p>\n\n<p>For a more youthful ensemble, try using a rich burgundy with the light pink. This blend maintains warmth while adding depth and elegance. <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ever noticed how certain colors make you look like you&rsquo;ve traveled back in time&mdash;and not in a good way? 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