<p>Camel and black, blush and burgundy, navy and gold—these are all classic combos that always work. But stylists say there are plenty of surprising color combinations that, although less obvious, <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href=" target="_blank">still look great together</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Ra'el Cohen</strong>, a <a rel="noopener noreferrer external nofollow" href=" target="_blank">fashion design expert</a> and co-founder/chief creative officer at Third Love, says the easiest way to find stylish color combos is to think about the color wheel. Complementary colors are those that have opposite hues. They make for a striking combination because these colors have maximum contrast.</p>
<p>"The most important thing is to have fun with color and experiment until you find a combination that you love!" adds Cohen. "There are no hard and fast rules, so have fun and let your creativity shine through."</p>
<p>With all that in mind, here are a few unexpected pairings to consider next time you're picking out an outfit—for any occasion.</p>
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<p>"Mint green and rosy beige is a play on the complementary colors of red and green, but done in a very sophisticated way," says Cohen.</p>
<p>This soft, romantic combo works during every season—but is particularly gorgeous in springtime. The pinkish beige adds just the right amount of warmth to the cool green. The neutral beige allows the stunning green shade to shine through without drawing too much attention.</p>
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<p><strong>Chantelle Hartman Malarkey</strong>, a fashion/style expert and <a rel="noopener noreferrer external nofollow" href=" target="_blank">lifestyle blogger</a>, loves mixing these bright colors for a bold, eye-catching look that's especially well-suited to spring and summer. "It strikes the right balance between feminine and fresh," she says.</p>
<p>That's because pink and green sit opposite each other on the color wheel—so when you put them together, both really stand out.</p>
<p>Cohen suggests neutral accessories to ground a look when wearing high-contrast combinations. For example, if you're wearing a pink blouse and Kelly green pencil skirt, you might round out your ensemble with black flats and a black blazer, or beige heels and a matching clutch.</p>
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<p>"Combining tints of warm and cool hues may be daring, but mint and coral harmonize beautifully due to their low saturation," says <strong>Ayah Kajouk</strong>, founder of <a rel="noopener noreferrer external nofollow" href=" target="_blank">Aya Mana</a>. "For this reason, adding subtle prints in either of the two colors could work nicely."</p>
<p>"This combo works best in the spring, and is ideal for office and smart-casual occasions," Kajouk notes, adding that when it comes to accessorizing, opt for deeper shades of green to keep things cohesive.</p>
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<p>You might not expect yellow and purple to go so well together, but Cohen says this is a tried-and-true combo since the colors are located opposite each other on the color wheel.</p>
<p>To make it work, choose a softer shade of lilac or purple since yellow is such a bright and eye-catching color. It is easier to look at a more muted shade of purple because it will not compete with the yellow for attention.</p>
<p>Keep things simple with nude or white shoes, and feel free to play with accessories in varying shades of yellow and purple.</p>
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<p>Analogous colors are hues that appear next to one another on the color wheel. For example, pink and orange. They don't provide as much contrast as complementary colors, so they create a harmonious, aesthetically pleasing effect that's calming to the eye.</p>
<p>"Orange's warmth compliments hot pink's intensity perfectly for creating a bold fashion statement during warmer months," says <strong>Rosie Mangiarotti</strong>, fashion expert and founder of <a rel="noopener noreferrer external nofollow" href=" target="_blank">Perkies</a>.</p>
<p>Manigiarotti suggests keeping your outfit minimalistic when using this color combination. When it comes to shoes, jewelry, handbags, and other accessories, avoid busy prints or other bright shades—which will allow these vibrant hues to take center stage.</p>
<p>If wearing these two colors together feels too daring, Malarkey suggests trying a more delicate pale pink with bright orange for a subtler yet still eye-catching combination.</p>
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<p>Mangiarotti likes this combo because the colors are similar to those of a beach in a tropical climate. This makes it ideal for island getaways or oceanside date night. "Sandy beige is a great neutral base that allows vibrant aqua turquoise to stand out," she explains.</p>
<p>Mangiarotti suggests accessorizing this look with gold or bronze jewelry and leaning into natural earth tones in your makeup.</p>
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<p><a rel="noopener noreferrer" href=" target="_blank">Pastels</a> almost always look breathtaking together, but Kajouk loves this pairing because purple and orange are complementary hues. She suggests accessorizing the look with black and white patterns. They add a striking element without overpowering the soft colors.</p>
<p>"Black and white patterns tend to take over since they are on complete opposite ends of the color spectrum," Kajouk explains. "So, using this combo as an accessory and matching it with another pair of warm and cool colors creates a funky look that catches you by surprise."</p>
<p>For a more understated and elegant look, Kajouk suggests opting for simple silhouettes and opting for white accessories.</p>
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