for Your Next Video Call The Best Colors

With more people than ever before working from home and the restrictions placed upon seeing people in person, our screens have become our new portals for connection, whether it be for social interaction or business. Although video calling is by definition a way of connecting without actually connecting, there’s also a certain intimacy to it. We get a rare glimpse inside other people’s

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This shade is versatile and appears crisp and professional on camera (and off!). It also increases productivity and focus so you can stay aligned with your to-do list.

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This hue is perfect as a background color because it goes well with nearly all hair colors and skin tones, but it also has a calming and centering effect, keeping you on task and zen at the same time.

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A millennial pink is always a good way to make a statement. Soft enough to use as a neutral but packed with enough personality to prove you’re on trend.

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Green is energizing, relaxing, and sophisticated. It also presents a polished and sophisticated aesthetic to any onlookers.

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A warm white is a sophisticated choice, and it’s a better option to a stark white which lacks personality. It’s no nonsense, which makes for less distraction when you are speaking, but it still offers character.