✨ When it comes to finding your dream prom dress, colour is everything. The right shade doesn’t just complement your skin tone – it makes your whole look shine.
The good news? At Blush Studio, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Our stylists will guide you every step of the way, helping you select a range of colours until you find the one.
Here’s a little insider’s guide before your appointment…
Fair & Light Skin Tones
If you have fair skin, you’ll look radiant in soft pastels and cool jewel tones.
Best shades: Baby pink, powder blue, champagne, silver.
Nudes & beiges: Stick to warmer tones (like champagne or rose-gold nudes) rather than pale beiges, which can wash you out.
Showstopper shades: Ruby red or cobalt blue for that bold contrast.
⚡ Top tip: Don’t go too close to your skin tone — colours that are slightly lighter or darker will give you that gorgeous glow.
Medium & Olive Skin Tones
Olive and medium complexions naturally have warmth, so brighter shades make you pop.
Best shades: Coral, turquoise, royal blue, fuchsia, and gold.
Nudes & beiges: Soft caramel and warm beige tones look stunning.
Showstopper shades: Jewel tones like sapphire and amethyst – rich and vibrant.
⚡ Top tip: Metallics are your best friend. Gold, silver, or bronze = red carpet vibes.
Deep & Dark Skin Tones
Deep skin tones can pull off almost any colour – from the brightest neons to the deepest jewel shades.
Best shades: Hot pink, tangerine, emerald, cobalt blue.
Nudes & beiges: Go for bold mocha and espresso shades that enhance your richness.
Showstopper shades: Crisp white or silver – the contrast is breathtaking.
⚡ Top tip: The brighter, the better. Neons and bold shades were made for you.
For Our Gorgeous Redheads 🔥
Traditionally, redheads were always encouraged to wear emerald green – and yes, it’s still a classic, but it’s 2026, and you don’t have to stick to the rules.
Royal Blue – electric against auburn tones.
Vibrant Red – dramatic, daring, and surprisingly flattering.
Teal & Turquoise – fresh, bold, and unexpected.
Nudes & beiges: Depending on your hair shade, warmer champagne nudes or peachy beige tones can be stunning. ⚡ Top tip: Your exact shade of red hair makes a difference – whether you’re copper, strawberry blonde, or deep auburn. At your appointment, we’ll guide you through options and help you see which shades bring out your natural glow.
Why Blush Studio? 💖
Every girl is unique – and so is the colour that will make you shine. That’s why during your appointment, we’ll guide you through a full range of shades, taking your skin tone, undertones, and hair colour into account. You’ll get to see, in real time, which colours make you feel unstoppable. Prom isn’t about rules – it’s about your confidence, your style, your moment. ✨
The Blush Studio Promise 💖
At Blush Studio, we’ll never box you into one colour just because of “old rules.” We’ll help you try different shades under different lighting so you can see what really works for you.
Prom 2026 is all about expressing yourself – so whether you’re a redhead rocking royal blue, a brunette glowing in pastels, or a blonde sparkling in jewel tones, your perfect colour is waiting for you.
If you want to go one step further and discover what dress styles compliment which body shapes then read more here.
📲 Book your appointment today and let’s discover your perfect prom dress colour together.