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“When I was growing up, my dad wore a lot of browns and greens - darker colours, autumnal colours. When I was on the BBC news trainee scheme, around the turn of the millennium, we had someone come in and talk to us about what you wear on television, and I was told that khakis, greens and browns…” quote by Clive Lewis
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“When I was growing up, my dad wore a lot of browns and greens - darker colours, autumnal colours. When I was on the BBC news trainee scheme, around the turn of the millennium, we had someone come in and talk to us about what you wear on television, and I was told that khakis, greens and browns went very well with my skin tone.”

Clive Lewis

About This Quote

Source Memoir: My BBC Years, 2002

Color choices for TV should suit skin tone and era aesthetics.

In simple terms: TV attire must match presenter and time.

Key Takeaway

Choose flattering, appropriate colors.

Themes

presentation visual identity era style

Mood

practical thoughtful

Type

professional creative

When to use this quote

  • on‑air appearances
  • costume design
  • media training

Key Concepts

media aesthetics personal branding

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to stay current with visual standards?
  • What colors suit you best?
A Different Perspective

Trends change over time.

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