What is tonal dressing and how to wear it

Achieving the perfect tonal dressing may appear effortless, but it has its own set of secrets.

You may be looking for a simple and affordable way to effortlessly maintain an elegant and stylish appearance. If so, tonal dressing is undoubtedly the way to go, and it's no coincidence that more and more people are embracing this trend. Tonal dressing is all about wearing different shades of the same colour from head to toe, and it's a style that many top fashion houses have adopted in recent years. When pulled off correctly, tonal dressing can create a luxurious look and elongate your torso, making you appear taller.

While it may seem simple, specific techniques can assist you in removing any unnecessary tonal elements and becoming proficient at it.

Why tonal dressing is the easiest way to get dressed

Keep it neutral

Dressing head-to-toe in light and neutral shades like grey is often more accessible and visually appealing than a bold colour.

Choose a colour that flatters your skin.

Choosing the right colour to create a monochromatic look can make you glow and look healthier. Sit in front of a mirror, hold things of different colours next to your face and notice what brings you out the most. If something blue seems to suit you better, prefer cool colours like purple or green, while if you see that something orange immediately brightens you up, choose earthy shades like brown, khaki and pink.

Play with textures

Mix different textures and finishes to spice up a monochromatic ensemble, adding contrast and depth to your look. For example, you can combine a beige knitted woollen sweater with a beige leather trench coat or black cashmere trousers with black patent leather shoes. However, experts point out that you should combine winter pieces with winter pieces and summer pieces with summer pieces – don't wear linen with corduroy, for example.

You can combine Bitsiani's black corduroy cargo pants with a black knit turtleneck and a black V-neck knit cardigan to create a stylish outfit.

Mix different tones of a single hue

If an utterly monochromatic ensemble seems monotonous and boring to you, you can combine different shades of the same colour. If, for example, a total beige look seems too much, you can wear a camel sweater with cream trousers and brown shoes or a navy jacket and suit trousers with an ice blue shirt.

We recommend pairing Bitsiani's Light Weight Crew Neck Sweater in Light Beige with the V-Neck Knit Cardigan in Dark Beige.

Play with lengths

To enhance the look of your outfit, try playing with layers and lengths. One way to do this is by pairing two blouses of the same colour but different sizes.

Add accessories

If you want to add more excitement to your monochromatic outfit, try incorporating a beautiful accessory in a contrasting colour. For instance, you can wear a brightly coloured scarf with an all-black outfit to create a striking contrast and draw attention to your overall look.