>>If you like plaid flannel, keep an eye out for it. There's often some sort of oxblood, burgundy, maroon, etc. because flannel is a fall/winter fabric and those colors fit the cool dark seasons. Plaid is great as an integrator because it combines two or more colors. Plus you can wear a flannel shirt buttoned up, or open with another shirt underneath it.<<
I like the look of plaid flannel, but I find it often doesn't look good on me, so I have to be really particular. I do have a blue/black/white plaid one that actually looks good, so I may yet be able to find a serviceable oxblood one.
>> If you like men's shoes, don't overlook those. Oxblood has some of the snazziest dress shoes. Sometimes it appears in women's shoes too.<<
I will keep that in mind. I think I might see if I can find a pair of suitable shoes for my monthly reward in a few days.
>>Get those out and test them against the oxblood you have just collected. The beige is an excellent bet; it goes with most colors. Brown will depend on its color and the version of oxblood.<<
This is a good idea. It also might be a good idea to wear the item I'm trying to match the next time I go shopping; I'm not so good at recalling colour from memory.
>>Think about what kinds of garments you like to wear and what silhouettes you prefer. Consider practicalities; I don't like things that swish around so much that they snag. If possible, try to collect a more-shaped (like a suitcoat) and a less-shaped (like a flannel shirt or loose cardigan) outer top, to give yourself options.<<
I tend to go for button up cardigans myself, or sweaters of any kind. I do have a few open front cardigans, but they are not usually my first choice.
>>Since you're a fibercrafter, you also have the option of making something for yourself. Hence why I included references to oxblood yarn. Consider combining it with other colors you like, such as navy or forest green. A neutral is good, but beige is the best bet and that one's light enough to stain easily. Either keep it small or go with something stain-resistant like acrylic, because beige wool won't stay beige for long. :/ <<
This is true. I would be most likely to make a shawl I think, or perhaps a scarf, so beige might be alright there, but I will definitely keep the suggestion of stain-resistant yarns in mind. Most of what I buy does tend to be acrylic anyway, since I mainly shop at mainstream craft stores.
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I like the look of plaid flannel, but I find it often doesn't look good on me, so I have to be really particular. I do have a blue/black/white plaid one that actually looks good, so I may yet be able to find a serviceable oxblood one.
>> If you like men's shoes, don't overlook those. Oxblood has some of the snazziest dress shoes. Sometimes it appears in women's shoes too.<<
I will keep that in mind. I think I might see if I can find a pair of suitable shoes for my monthly reward in a few days.
>>Get those out and test them against the oxblood you have just collected. The beige is an excellent bet; it goes with most colors. Brown will depend on its color and the version of oxblood.<<
This is a good idea. It also might be a good idea to wear the item I'm trying to match the next time I go shopping; I'm not so good at recalling colour from memory.
>>Think about what kinds of garments you like to wear and what silhouettes you prefer. Consider practicalities; I don't like things that swish around so much that they snag. If possible, try to collect a more-shaped (like a suitcoat) and a less-shaped (like a flannel shirt or loose cardigan) outer top, to give yourself options.<<
I tend to go for button up cardigans myself, or sweaters of any kind. I do have a few open front cardigans, but they are not usually my first choice.
>>Since you're a fibercrafter, you also have the option of making something for yourself. Hence why I included references to oxblood yarn. Consider combining it with other colors you like, such as navy or forest green. A neutral is good, but beige is the best bet and that one's light enough to stain easily. Either keep it small or go with something stain-resistant like acrylic, because beige wool won't stay beige for long. :/ <<
This is true. I would be most likely to make a shawl I think, or perhaps a scarf, so beige might be alright there, but I will definitely keep the suggestion of stain-resistant yarns in mind. Most of what I buy does tend to be acrylic anyway, since I mainly shop at mainstream craft stores.