"Earth Tones"
Have you ever marveled at a particular individual’s ability to recognize those key subtleties that complement them best? Let's take for example the caramel complexioned sistah who understands that candy apple red lipstick does her absolutely no justice at all. So instead she applies a precise combination of bronze lip-gloss traced delicately in a soft mocha colored liner. It is important to note that this woman is not intimidated about venturing “outside the box”. On the contrary, she simply has a firm understanding of what best accentuates her persona.
I am what is referred to as an 'Earth Tonesie' guy. This implies that I'm partial to natural hues of brown, green, and crème. I've occasionally pushed the envelope and experimented with vivid colors but I realized very quickly that it behooves me to stay true to what naturally works well for me. I try to apply that exact same 'earth tone' ideology to life in general. I believe it's imperative for everyone to understand his/her own boundaries.
Surely we all know at least one individual who exerts far too much energy trying to become something or someone that he/she is simply incapable of being. For example, if your homeboy spent his entire life in the suburbs yet constantly claims to be “livin’ thug life”, do your friend a favor and tell ole’ boy to stay in his lane. Likewise ladies, if your best friend is a size 22 who likes to wear thongs and low cut jeans, somebody please, tell that sistah get back in her lane... surely she's swervin'.
Living in such an interestingly colorful world has helped me to develop an appreciation for folk who defer to doing their own natural (earth tone) thing. I am by no means trying to imply that there is no room for vivid folk too. I’m just saying if you have vivid plans; make sure that fluorescence is your “earth tone”. Be Blessed.
Corey R.
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