How we feel about how we look and what we’re wearing can shape our behavior in surprising ways. You will probably recognize yourself in the first two scenarios but be surprised by the third one. Scenario #1. You wake up and look in the mirror. It’s not pretty. You not only have bed-head, you also […]
Alike as two peas in a pod? No such thing!
Puzzling out a complex color palette is always a thrill for me. No two people are the same, and every ethnicity has its Seasonal types. Here are a few.
Have I taken shoe paint too far?
If I could paint shoes, what about glasses frames—they’re acrylic, right? I had a neglected pair of glasses that would look much better on me if they were silver. If the paint job was a disaster, my only real loss would be some fussing time. Anyway, what could go wrong?
Looking back, thinking ahead…
Hunker down and do some reflecting… How was your 2018? And how would you like your 2019 to go? I always spend several hours during the final week of the year contemplating the past twelve months. What were the joys and sorrows? accomplishments and screw-ups? the state of my relationships, etc etc etc. How many of my […]
The long life of a personal color palette
The benefits of having a personal color palette accrue and multiply over time. In the 45 years since I had my first color analysis I’ve saved thousand$$ by steering clear of clothing not in my colors; my clothes and decor all come together as a coherent representation of me; and my ability to discern and […]
When color consultants collide
The other day I ran out of coffee and decided to try Nossa Familia, the espresso shop around the corner from my condo. I was the only customer at that moment, and since I was a newcomer to the shop the friendly barista asked me a few get-acquainted questions while assembling my coffee, including “what […]
If our clothes could speak…
“Know when to hold ’em; know when to fold ’em…” Kenny Rogers was singing about a poker game. I’m singing (ok, writing) about old clothes. The weather has changed and winter is on the way. This means it’s time to for my fall ritual, wherein I fold my summer clothes (the ones I still love […]
A Gallery of Spring Types
The Spring type: animated, natural, no fuss Each Spring person is unique, and a personal color analysis demonstrates that each has a unique color palette. The custom color palette is based on their skin tones, hair and eye color, face shapes and personality. Some Springs are light and cool, and some are darker and warmer. […]
What should I wear to my job interview?
Make them look in your eyes! What you wear for your job interview depends on what you’re interviewing for, so only you know whether it should be a power suit or jeans. Whatever you wear, make sure it’s clean, appropriate and fits well. For the purpose of this post, however, let’s assume you’re seeking a […]
What shoes should I wear?
Where to look: Face or Feet? Your custom color palette helps you choose clothes that will draw positive attention to your face, making you seem as attractive, authentic and credible as possible. Shoes are as far from your face as you can get. Why so much focus on the face? Because we unconsciously seek clues about who we’re dealing with by looking at a […]