Color Theory for Fashion: What Are Undertones?

All my color theory videos are here: • Color Lessons
Today's video covers a question I get often: What are undertones? What are tones? Why should we care about undertones? How do we use our knowledge of undertones to create better outfits and color combinations and color stories for fashion collections? How do I use undertones to tone our colors correctly? What are differences between the grays?
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[@scpatl4now]

As someone who dyes natural fabrics, I can attest to the fact that you gotta sometimes disregard the labels that some companies use. In fabric dyeing you basically have 3 warm primaries, and you have 3 cool primaries, and companies are always changing the names (as if it wasn't bad enough). You can really have some fun exploring this with fabric dye. With those 6 colors, you can theoretically make any color.

[@zoehongteaches]

Yup, labels mean very little!

[@rasheed2240]

Best fabric dye(s) in your opinion? I’m interested in learning about dying fabric

[@MeMe-Moi]

Color theory is a real life application of the saying, "You have to know the rules in order to effectively bend them to your advantage."

[@artmaven]

Complement with an e is when two hues "complete" the presence of all three primary hues in the pair. Red and green (blue+yellow). Yellow and violet (red+blue). Blue and orange (red+yellow). Comple-ment / Comple-te . . . Very much enjoy all your videos. Thanks!

[@lynn858]

"Understanding colour theory will save you trial and error." This was the crucial thing our high school art teacher failed to mention. Thank you.

[@aleena.janjua]

Thanks Zoe! This is amazing knowledge. I'm a self-learning fashion designer and I'm treasuring this knowledge. The mood board idea from different eras was so enlightening. Please never stop making videos. Huge thanks!

[@FloRiDaNication]

I gotta say, this video is a pleasant surprise for my Sunday morning. I thought since there was 35% vote on color theory request, you wouldn’t make one. I am glad I was wrong!! Thank you, Miss Zoe! ❤

[@zoehongteaches]

No, that poll was for Patreon.

[@slvrcross]

Zoe your channel is a wealth of information, I didn't know the rules of gray/grey until now.

[@slvrcross]

Regarding the color-story that you've created, great choices and I love the green so much! Maybe go all in and set a rule for the green being specific for certain fabrics only, really falling in love with that beautiful emerald color in the top-center image. Vivid greens are so opulent

[@christiebecerril8113]

This was super easy to understand, and I liked how you explained picking the colors for your collection from the inspo pics

[@zoehongteaches]

Thank you!

[@CrystalRicotta]

As a graphic designer for 20 + years with a vision in the hemp and sustainable realm, I really enjoyed your fun take on colour. TY

[@lp6338]

Hi Zoe! Just wanted to say thank you so much for all that you do. I’ve made it a thing to watch you at least 30 min per day and take notes 📝 I am in the film wardrobe/ Costuming industry and you have helped me tremendously!! Your videos are straight forward, informative and easy to watch. So grateful for you 🤍

[@MayorofIngersoll]

Hello, Zoe, my name is Ryan Carignan and I am a 24-year-old prospective fashion student. I am currently watching your Fashion Design Process Video Course and it is stellar! I never knew that in the initial phases of design you should take inspiration not from clothing but through the world around you. I had no idea that colour theory and mood boards were essential elements to create a collection. I look forward to continuing to watch your video course and being inspired by your knowledge and expertise. Take care, Ryan

[@got2bjosh]

Love your color theory videos. Takes me back to film school.

[@sweetpea-yj5qy]

You’re an incredible teacher! Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@rachelkarcher2565]

Great video I struggle with some of the color theory as I’m partially color blind, this was very helpful.

[@_olia.os_]

What you teach, is usually what is taught in very expensive and sometimes useless courses. Ty so much!💗

[@TheGrmany69]

I knew subscribing your channel was the right decision. I draw and let me tell you: this moment 9:40 sold it for me, all my life has been a lie regarding using grays!! I mean, tonality.

[@kinalalala]

Thank you! Such a great explanation of color undertones.

[@flute56abull]

I learned so much! “Complement” with an ‘e.’ Very interesting and I love the pace and timbre of your voice, Zoe.

[@themysticphoenix6583]

This is great, so informative. Thank you!

[@Danadane314]

No one does it better! Thanks, Zoe! 🫶🏽😘💕

[@VioletFem]

Glad you are covering this topic, I always learn so much from your videos

[@keepcalm2573]

Me too😂😂

[@zoehongteaches]

Happy to help!

[@elvirita]

Dear Zoe, as usual an interesting very instructional video. Btw love those mixed history eras and how the go together. ❤

[@zoehongteaches]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@soidee]

Hi Zöe! Interesting and enjoyable as always. Thank you! 😊

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome!

[@ann3onymous900]

Thanks for uploading this, was always to curious about this topic :)

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome!

[@alexanderpons9246]

I have to say Zoe Hong I look forward to watch your videos the same way I used to look forward to watch STYLE with Elsa Klensch! Great demonstration with colors, especially when you layered the Greys. Thank you for all the time and effort you put in these very educating content videos for Those who will join the Fashion Industry!

[@zoehongteaches]

Wow, thank you!

[@FloRiDaNication]

Super video! Thank you for sharing your wisdom! The topic is not that easy, there are so many variations of color and undertones, etc. but you are making it understandable :) I am in a process of learning an importance of color/shades/values/complements, and how it all works together. Thanks again! ❤👍

[@zoehongteaches]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ThePukanka]

Thank you, Zoe! Love your channel! ❤

[@zoehongteaches]

You are so welcome!

[@Ali-yo6vl]

Been waiting for this video since I finished the color theory playlist

[@jesusalivepasionporcristoj306]

I learned so much 🥰🥰 Super thanks 👍👍

[@madelinegrudens]

I've honestly never studied color theory and this teaching opened my eyes WIDE to how important it is in the creation process, especially since I've recently started using watercolor as my go to medium for illustrating my fashion art.... Now I'm going to seriously apply this to my swatching! As always I'm so grateful for your extravagant and generous teaching style and willingness to share very useful information 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@zoehongteaches]

I have a whole playlist of color videos. Learning color theory will improve your watercoloring in a major way. Good luck and have fun!

[@madelinegrudens]

@zoe hong thanks so much for pointing that out, I will definitely watch the series!!!!

[@geckonia]

You’re so thoughtful, thank you!

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome!

[@malinaerel2424]

This is so usefull thank you ❤

[@CreativePhenomenonArt]

Just found your channel. Is it Weird I want to hug you🤭 You have actually explained this so my teeny pea brain can understand. Not gonna lie at one point I’m like wait wait wait lemme write that down😅 Thank you💕

[@zoehongteaches]

Note-taking is always encouraged!

[@northraven7806]

Thank you, that was incredibly informative! Could you maybe include some negative examples in future videos? Like, what colors definitely don't work together. Cause now I feel like every color is in some way working with other, and so I lose the meaning behind main harmonious triangles...

[@zoehongteaches]

What a good idea for a video!

[@hlovewood5636]

Dry theory made colourful by Mrs. Hong

[@raspeight22]

Thank you for all you do to teach us!! Would you please link the color wheels that you use.

[@zoehongteaches]

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[@noush3067]

Zoe where can I find the art supplies/paints/colors that you’re using in your tutorial

[@princealtovlogs669]

Hello, zoe!! Did you watch the Korean series " the fabulous "? It's a fashioned themed series also about friendship and love. It shows the life of a fashion designer, model, photographer, and like a person working in fashion. I just wanna know if those what I have seen in the series is somehow similar to what happens in real life ? Cause I really want to be a fashion designer and model at the same time. BTW love the clothes and garments on the show. ❤❤

[@zoehongteaches]

I didn't. I don't like watching fictional shows where the main character works in the fashion industry because I just spend the whole time picking through all the mistakes instead of enjoying the story. hahaha

[@jayjame1828]

Very informative video! I wonder tho so are hues the same with undertones ?

[@zoehongteaches]

No, hues are the main color.

[@duongha87]

What is the paper you used when you draw with marker? Thank so much Chi

[@zoehongteaches]

marker paper. my fav brand is bienfang but you have to draw on the back of the paper.

[@jakedoheny3336]

Not to sound rude or anything but when u said the grey had reddish undertones and looked purpley i didn't see it probs cuz the camera didnt pick it up , idk

[@habituscraeftig]

In terms of dyeing white (or near-white) fabric, is low dye saturation considered a 'tint', even though no white is being added? In other words, does low dye saturation work the same way as a tint in painting terms, or does it function differently? I assume that watercolor painters must have language for this kind of saturation, but I've never heard it mentioned separately, so I'm assuming the white base color is just considered almost a part of the mix. Edit: I hope I am asking this coherently.

[@zoehongteaches]

Low dye saturation? I'm assuming you're talking about less dye and more water? And in watercolor painting, less paint and more water. That is like a tint, as the water replaces the white.

[@habituscraeftig]

@@zoehongteaches That's what I meant, thank you.

[@keepcalm2573]

What i can say after watching this youtube is ❤

[@zoehongteaches]

Aww thanks!

[@youngstars6189]

Hi i an a 13 years old girl. I want to became a fashion designer but when i try to draw some designs nothing comes in my mind can i be fashion designer in thr future? Pls help me by saying some tips

[@YevaPetrychko]

Hi, I’m already stady but I have same problem sometimes. For me works to start with something simple, like my favorite styles, aesthetics ect. I try to imagine how already existing thinks could work together, for exaple try to do steampunk outfit but witch pastel colors, or dark academia + kiberpunk kidn of vibe. So my mind can imagine smth more interesting then just white tshirt with blue skirt. Also pinterest wery cool, we always use this on lessons to find inspiration

[@adrianaaguillen]

definielty study the history of fashion, will help you have references and get ideas

[@bangtanindia5677]

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