What colors go with light blue?

Light blue is a calm colour that works as a neutral. It is the colour of the classic shirt, and it goes well with warm tones.

Best colors with light blue

  • Navy. Tonal and classic. Light blue shirt, navy suit.
  • White. Fresh and clean for summer.
  • Brown. A quiet contrast, light blue with chocolate brown.
  • Beige. Light and relaxed. Beige chinos with a blue shirt.
  • Grey. Cool and calm. Grey trousers with a light blue shirt.
  • Camel. A warm contrast with the cool blue.

Colors to be careful with

  • Purple. Close on the colour wheel but easy to get wrong. Keep one pale.
  • Bright green. Can look like sportswear unless done on purpose.

Three outfits

  1. Light blue shirt, navy trousers, brown shoes.
  2. Light blue knit, beige chinos, white sneakers.
  3. Light blue jeans, white tee, camel jacket.

A styling tip

For a tonal look, wear two blues that differ clearly: a pale shirt with darker denim.

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Questions

What colors go with light blue?

Navy, White, Brown, Beige, Grey, Camel all go well with light blue. Tonal and classic. Light blue shirt, navy suit.

What colors should I avoid with light blue?

Purple: Close on the colour wheel but easy to get wrong. Keep one pale. Bright green: Can look like sportswear unless done on purpose.

How do I wear light blue without it looking dull?

For a tonal look, wear two blues that differ clearly: a pale shirt with darker denim.

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