Call off the lookup for whatever color is “ the new blackness . ” A consumerpoll commission by a UK - based t - shirt wholesalerhas see which shade off reign supreme when you desire your outfit to do the talking , and despite its sepulchral overtones , classic black comes out on top .

sceptic might cry , “ It ’s not what you wear ; it ’s how you wear it ! ” genuine enough , which is why respondents were asked about which color most inspires assurance , that quality most essential to successful self - demonstration . An overwhelming bulk of both men and women claim they felt best in black , and it ’s no small marvel why — two - thirds of women prefer their men in black , and it ’s just a little saltation to assume that man sense surefooted when they can smell distaff aid . ( No word yet on same - sex opinions of first - escort attire , so there ’s study fresh fish for another daylight . )

Which color most cheer self-confidence ?

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dismal takes after black in the ranking for attraction , score better with poll respondents than any other shade . military man mention it as one of their top choices to wear on a first particular date , and charwoman agree that they care a man in profane — that is , if a man in contraband is n’t available .

There are those who prefer to dress out to convey their intelligence rather than their ego - esteem , and there ’s a color for that , too : black . Once again , respondents of both genders were very clear that black , watch over by blue , most connotes noetic profundity . Imagine Sartre outwear snitch yellow-bellied or Proust in blush pink , and the tie of sober color with serious sentiment becomes clean .

There are plenty of upsides to decorate like Johnny Cash , though a few downside support out . Black was rat low for generosity ( Ebenezer Scrooge would wear a black waistcoat , would n’t he ? ) , but humiliated for arrogance , which seems like a middling enough trade .

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As far as colors to avoid , the results are just as clear . browned and orange are worthy for cocoa and traffic cone shape , but not people , and pink is best go forth to Barbie . For almost all other people and occasions , black is safest and best . Best of all . it will never go out of expressive style .

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