Yes, yellow can absolutely fit dark skin. However, the suitability depends heavily on the shade of yellow and the undertone of the dark skin.
Understanding Skin Undertones and Yellows
Dark skin, like all skin tones, has undertones. These undertones can be warm (yellow or golden), cool (blue or pink), or neutral (a mix of both). The best shades of yellow will complement the undertone:
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Warm Undertones: Warm yellows, such as golden yellows or mustard yellows, will generally be more flattering. These shades harmonize with the existing yellow undertones in the skin. Examples include golden caramel shades as shown in the Maybelline Fit Me foundation range. (https://www.boozyshop.com/products/maybelline-fit-me-matte-and-poreless-foundation)
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Cool Undertones: Cool yellows, which lean towards a greenish or even slightly blue-toned yellow, might be less flattering on warm undertones. Fair-skinned individuals with cool undertones can often wear cool yellows, as noted in (https://www.quora.com/Clothing-wise-what-colors-work-and-dont-work-for-Asian-Americans). However, this is not a universal rule.
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Neutral Undertones: Individuals with neutral undertones have more flexibility and can often experiment with a broader range of yellow shades.
It's crucial to avoid "muddy" yellows, such as ochre or rust, which can dull the complexion regardless of undertone (https://www.quora.com/Clothing-wise-what-colors-work-and-dont-work-for-Asian-Americans).
Some individuals with yellow undertones might find that certain bright yellows are overpowering, making them look washed out. One individual reported finding most shades of yellow overpowering due to their skin's yellow undertone, but acknowledged that it is possible to wear yellow depending on the shade (https://sweetgeorgiayarns.com/finding-your-colours-for-dark-skin-tones/). This highlights the importance of experimenting with different shades.
Conversely, yellow can be incredibly flattering on dark skin, making the wearer glow and stand out (https://www.quora.com/Would-it-be-bad-if-I-advice-my-friend-dark-skinned-girl-not-to-wear-yellow-dress-as-people-laughs-on-her-back-and-I-dont-want-it-to-happen). Brown skin, in particular, can showcase the vibrancy of yellow shades (https://stephanieyeboah.com/2023/12/my-favourite-blushes-for-darker-skin-tones.html).
