At this point, you can start to add some proper colors, but they need to be in contrast to the neutral theme.

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Santo Loquasto's mottled-print outfits in muddy colors only add to the work's largely dull effect.

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"I start with the colors I can see and add complementary ones, " he says.

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Exchangeable shells not only make it possible to select from a range of colors, but also to add wireless charging.

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The phone is also very individualistic: my test unit only had the sober black shell, but Telus supplies a white back in the retail box, and the more exotic colors (neon green, anyone?) really add character.

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