Does Wearing Bright Colors Make Me Look Like a Tourist?
Briefly

The article discusses the importance of dressing appropriately when visiting different cultures, using the Barbie movie's scene as an analogy. It emphasizes that sticking to neutrals, like black and olive green, is often a way to blend into urban settings and respect local customs. Through insights from editors across major fashion hubs such as Paris, London, and Tokyo, it highlights how brightly colored outfits can draw attention and are less favored. The current trend toward muted tones reflects a broader cultural awareness and acceptance of local norms.
In France, people wearing flashy-colored clothes stand out. The most popular colors are hues of blacks, dark greens and blues, beiges. Wear a bright colored scarf in the metro, and it'll draw frowns.
Neutrals and darker shades are the default dress of choice, especially in urban centers. Spring may be here, but these are not exactly sunny times.
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