Have you ever thought to ask “What are my colors?” Likely, some of you have. But some of you are like me 20 years ago and when my aunt said to me “I think you’re picking ALL the wrong colors for yourself” I was like “Wait, there are RIGHT colors?” (I’m fully admitting that I was not born with superior …
Are you a Spring type? The Warm, Bright Colors of the Spring Palette Revealed!
I love hearing people say “Spring has sprung!” I live in Delaware, and after going through a long, cold winter (Missourians are rolling their eyes right now) there is nothing like the sight of that first crocus at the very start of Spring. Those first daffodils, tulips, and leaves sprouting from tree branches, Spring signifies LIFE! And just like the …
Are you a Winter seasonal type? How to embrace the winter color palette
Each seasonal type has it’s own unique beauty and it’s own beautiful color palette. A Winter color palette is full of shades that are Cool, Deep, and Clear. What are Winter colors? A true Winter color palette is full of cool based jewel-tones like ruby red, sapphire blue, and emerald green. Winter types also get such classic neutrals – they …
Are you an Autumn? The Autumn seasonal color palette explained
Personally, my favorite season is fall. I live in Delaware, which is quite hot and humid in the summer. When the hot humid weather turns to crisp Autumn days, it feels magical! The smell of the falling leaves, and the sound of them crunching under my feet will never get old. As for Autumn seasonal type, each seasonal type has …
Are you a Summer seasonal type?
Each seasonal type has it’s own unique beauty and it’s own beautiful color palette, and for Summer types, the best Summer colors are Cool, Light, and Muted. What are Summer colors? A summer season color palette is full of soft colors like pastels, some great neutral colors like soft white, charcoal grey, navy, and taupe, and some rich colors as …
Seasonal Color Analysis is the Key to a Capsule Wardrobe
I always wanted an organized wardrobe where everything coordinated with everything else. That was not my reality for most of my life though. My reality was a closet full of mismatched stuff that I didn’t like all that much, and never seemed to go together! Looking back, now that I’m a professional color analyst, I know that it’s because I …
Save $500 This Year by Getting Your Colors Done
Have you ever heard that most people only wear 20% of what is in their closet? It’s true! Don’t you find yourself grabbing the same stuff over and over again? Meanwhile, you’re ignoring all of these clothes that you spent good money on. You try it on, you take it back off. It just doesn’t feel right. Why don’t you …
Not Your Mother’s Seasonal Color Analysis
Often, when I tell people I’m a professional color analyst, they ask “Wait…is that what my Mom had done in the 80’s/90’s?” Well, yes…and no. When I was looking for someone to do my colors for the first time, I had such a hard time finding seasonal color analysis near me. And I’m in the Philadelphia area, so a major …
What is Seasonal Color Analysis?
Did you know that not every color looks good on every person? The right colors can make your skin look brighter, your eyes and teeth look whiter, and give you that natural glow! While the wrong colors for you can drag you down, wash you out, overwhelm you, and even make you look older, tired, and sick! A color consultation …
Sewing Lately?
More of us are picking up that needle and thread since Covid-19 has shut down the tailors and seamstresses. I’m sad for these small businesses. I’m also happy that some people are getting their hands back in sewing and mending because it is such a satisfying and calming practice. Have you ever sewed a button back onto a shirt, making …