If I asked you what you think happens during a colour consultation, what would you say? Do you instantly get all sweaty and anxious, thinking I’m going to tell you you can’t wear black?! That everything in your wardrobe is the wrong colour and you’ll need to start again? That I’ll try and make you wear a colour you absolutely hate and you’ll feel terrified and uncomfortable. Nope! Not even close.
I’m here to tell you that getting your colours done is a fun and empowering experience. In a relaxed and comfortable environment, most often in your own home, we will work together to find those colours that look wonderful and have you feeling great about yourself. You will discover the colours that will get you excited about getting dressed in the morning and the colours that will inspire both you and those around you. You will learn tonnes of useful information tailored to your own individual colouring and personality, and best of all, you will never waste another dollar on clothes, jewellery, accessories or make up that just don’t suit you. You will know with absolute certainty what works for you and why. So, here’s what really happens..
Mary Poppins Arrives
I will arrive at your house looking wonderfully stylish and you will watch in amazement as I unpack my bag full of fun, colourful things. I will offer you the opportunity to do my colour psychology quiz which will tell us a bit about your personality and how you typically respond to colour. We will then have a relaxed and informal chat where I will ask you questions about where you are now in terms of colour and perhaps where you would like to be. Would you love to wear bright colours, but you’re not sure they suit you? Would you love to venture away from black and try some other great neutrals? Would you like to know more about creating a capsule wardrobe in your best colours?
HOT TIP: Building a capsule wardrobe in your very best colours is the ultimate dream. This concept takes the stress out of getting dressed in the morning because everything works with everything, and everything looks great on you! Amen sister!
Diagnosing Your Season
Next I will sit you in front of the mirror for your “drape session”. This is in no way scary or terrifying. If you can handle me draping different coloured pieces of material over each shoulder, you’ve got it down! By using this method, we will determine whether you’re more suited to WARM or COOL colours. We will talk about the comparisons, which colours you prefer, which drapes bring colour and light to your face and which ones drain the colour away. Once we’ve determined whether you’re warm or cool, I will try you in BRIGHT vs SOFT MUTED colours. Do the soft colours harmonise with your hair, skin and eye colour, making you glow from within – or, do you need “something stronger” like bold and bright colours to bring you to life? Once we have the answers to these questions, I can reveal which season you are – and, everyone wants to know which season they are, right?
Finding Your Best Neutrals
It is often said that your wardrobe should be made up of about 80% neutrals. 80%, so why not make them your very BEST neutral colours? Don’t spend a fortune on a winter coat in a colour that will drain the life and light out of you and leave you looking like you need to lie down in a darkened room. For example: It’s important to mention that not all whites are created equal. Some women look lovely in a soft or creamy white, while others look positively radiant in a true, bright white. If you saw me in “off white” you would immediately dial 000 as I would look like I’ve died a thousand deaths. This is why it’s so important for brides especially, to know this information, but sadly, they often don’t. You’re reading this so you’re one step closer to getting it right every day for ever more! Well done!
When considering your best darkest neutrals, you will shout out that you love black, you will tell me in a serious tone that you own tonnes of it and upon seeing the black drape, you will snatch it out of my hands and clutch it close to your heart. Haha I know, I get it, you love black. For WINTERS, black is actually your best darkest neutral. Congratulations. For AUTUMNS, it might be a dark chocolate brown or a deep burgundy. For SPRINGS, it might be a medium golden brown or a bright navy and for delicate SUMMERS, a medium charcoal grey, a greyed navy or a deep plum will be stunning on you. Open your minds, lovely people and try something new! A change is as good as a holiday!
Accent Colours
Once we know which neutral colours you should be investing all your hard earned cash in, we explore colour and find out which shades and tones you love. This is the fun part where you get to experiment and try whichever colours you like (and I’ve got loads) to see what feels right and what works best for you. My “stuff the system, put the client first” approach means we can throw caution to the wind and break all the rules. I will start to put your favourite drapes to the side, along with your best lightest and darkest neutrals to create a visual picture for you. We will play around with different colour palettes, outfit combinations, discuss jewellery colours and which accessories will compliment your “wow” colours. You will easily see how all of this valuable information can really work for you in your every day life and have you looking and feeling like an absolute boss!
Finding “The One”
If you know me at all, you will know I love lipstick. I love wearing it, I love the confidence it brings and well, I could bang on about the benefits for hours. So let’s find you “the One” once and for all.
During your consultation, you’ll be presented with a wonderful selection of lipsticks to try. I will show you the difference between warm vs cool colours and explain how you can easily identify which tones you need to look out for in future. Once you see it for yourself and understand the difference, you will never choose the wrong lipstick for yourself again. Hands up who doesn’t have a draw full of lipsticks in the wrong colour?! You can try any or all of the lipsticks on in the comfort of your own house. Many of you probably feel overwhelmed and anxious at the thought of going near a cosmetic counter to find a red lipstick. You’re faced with 200 of them. Then, you’ll try it on your hand, which is nowhere near the colour of your lips, in fluorescent lighting and get it home, only to realise it’s all WRONG for you. During your consultation, you will have the opportunity to try these lipsticks on your very own lips GASP!! I will then politely lecture you about the importance of using a lipstick brush for better application and amazing staying power. The only catch is I will ask you to branch out and try some different colours – you never know, you might just love it.
What You Take Away
Towards the end of your consultation, I will offer to take some photos of you wearing your best colours and your favourite lipstick. I will provide a photo collage to you which is a great reminder for you to keep on hand, and to show all of your friends! I will give you handouts to take home with loads of information about your season and you will have the opportunity to purchase your very own colour wallet in your best colours to carry with you when purchasing makeup, clothes, accessories, jewellery and even when choosing hair colours. Don’t be surprised if you’re accused by friends of a new air of smugness about you. This is life changing stuff, and once you know it, not only will you look fresh faced and fab – You’ll be the envy of all your friends who will want the same for themselves! Mark my words!
Investing in your future self is truly the smartest decision anyone can make. Anything and everything is possible for those who are living their best life, who believe they are worthy and who are open to new possibilities.
