Choosing the right swimwear color can completely change the look of your beach or poolside outfit. While there are no strict rules in fashion, some shades can create beautiful contrast with your complexion, while others can create a softer, more harmonious appearance.

This Fashion advice guide can help you explore swimwear colors based on your skin tone and personal style.

1. Fair or Light Skin Tones

Soft and medium shades can create a beautiful contrast with lighter complexions.

Try:

• Emerald green
• Navy blue
• Coral
• Burgundy
• Deep pink
• Teal
• Chocolate brown

If you prefer softer looks, pastel blue, lavender, blush pink, and mint can also create an elegant appearance.

2. Medium or Olive Skin Tones

Medium and olive complexions work beautifully with both warm and cool shades, giving you plenty of options.

Try:

• Turquoise
• Coral
• Terracotta
• Mustard yellow
• Emerald green
• Royal blue
• White
• Peach

Earthy colors can complement warm undertones, while jewel tones can create a stronger contrast.

3. Deep or Dark Skin Tones

Bright and rich colors can create striking contrast against deeper complexions.

Try:

• White
• Bright yellow
• Cobalt blue
• Fuchsia
• Orange
• Emerald green
• Turquoise

Metallic-inspired shades such as gold and bronze can also create a glamorous resort look.

4. Neutral Skin Tones

If your undertone is relatively balanced between warm and cool, you have plenty of flexibility.

Experiment with:

• Black
• White
• Navy
• Red
• Teal
• Emerald
• Pink
• Beige
• Pastels

Your personal preference can be the main guide when choosing between warm and cool colors.

5. Consider Your Undertone

Skin tone and undertone aren't exactly the same. Your undertone is generally described as warm, cool, or neutral.

Warm Undertones

Warm undertones can pair beautifully with earthy and warm shades such as:

• Coral
• Peach
• Orange
• Mustard
• Terracotta
• Warm brown
• Olive green

Cool Undertones

Cool undertones may complement cooler shades such as:

• Sapphire blue
• Emerald
• Lavender
• Cool pink
• Berry
• Navy
• Teal

Neutral Undertones

Neutral undertones can often work with both warm and cool colors, making it easier to experiment with different swimwear palettes.

6. Don't Forget White and Black

Black and white are timeless swimwear choices that can work across a wide range of complexions.

White swimwear creates a fresh, clean beach aesthetic and can make beautiful crochet textures stand out.

Black swimwear offers a sleek, classic appearance and works especially well with gold accessories and textured crochet cover-ups.

7. Match Your Swimwear to Your Vacation Style

Your destination can also influence your color choice.

For a tropical beach, consider turquoise, coral, tropical green, or vibrant pink.

For a sophisticated resort look, try cream, white, black, chocolate brown, or navy.

For a playful poolside outfit, experiment with bright yellow, orange, pink, or colorful crochet patterns.

8. Experiment with Crochet Swimwear

Crochet adds texture to swimwear, so color isn't the only element that affects the overall appearance. A beautifully crafted crochet bikini in white, black, pastel, or vibrant shades can create a distinctive handmade vacation look.

You can also combine colorful swimwear with neutral crochet cover-ups—or pair a neutral swimsuit with a colorful crochet skirt or top.

Quick Color Guide