2. Customizing Undertones, Shades & Proportions
Welcome to Part 2 of my breakdown on 10+ Old Money Aesthetic Dinner Outfits You Can Easily Copy – By Lisa Fonde.
Before you lock in your final formula or outfit pairing, here is how I adapt the tones and textures for each client.
Pin Look
Finding Your Most Flattering Version
If your undertone runs cool, swap the peach for a dusty rose and keep the base slightly more neutral.
It’ll mimic that same refined vibe without clashing.
For deeper skin tones, I’d deepen the blush to a warm terracotta and let the highlighter be a soft champagne, not white.
Texture-wise, if you prefer a matte finish, use a satin foundation and press a mattifying powder only around the nose and chin; the rest stays dewy.
And for proportions, keep the eye minimal.
A wash of taupe and one coat of mascara so the skin and lip do the talking.
✦ Which Finish Fits Your Vibe?
- Velvet Rose-Gold Glow: Effortless, soft-focus dimension that flatters every skin tone in daytime or candlelight.
- High-Impact Statement Finish: Crisp lines, rich pigment payoff, and bold contrast for evening events or street-style photos.
- Balanced Proportions: Keep one feature bold while letting the surrounding textures stay airy and breathable.
Always check how the finish and proportions look in both natural window light and warm indoor lighting so the result feels effortless from every angle.
Head to Page 3 next where I walk you through my exact step-by-step studio routine at home.
