Color and Image Insight

02/09/2024

I was interviewed on Tuesday for an online article for Northern Virginia magazine. It's up now: https://northernvirginiamag.com/style/beauty/2024/02/09/how-a-color-analysis-can-improve-your-style/ . That's not me in the picture, but I'm pleased with the article.

What is a color analysis and who needs one? The process determines what colors are the most flattering for you to wear.

11/08/2023

Ethical, sustainable fashion means choosing fewer but better pieces that you can love for years. Understanding your coloring, body type and personal style helps you zero in on the best choices for you.

As you look to update your winter wardrobe, here’s how to tell if that item you’re eyeing will have staying power, or end up in the landfill.

03/16/2023

I'm doing another 5 minute podcast at 3:35 today. You can listen live at Meet The Elite Listen LIVE STUDIO 2 (https://mtefm.com/studio-2) or
Meet The Elite Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/show/meet-the-elite-intro - look for March 16 at 3:35 pm) will post within 48 hrs. I'll be talking about my personal image consulting business.

11/15/2022

It's pretty unusual that the last four Color Alliance consultations I did were for different seasons. I always love seeing the beautiful variety of the palettes.

06/30/2022

Choose better and buy less.

We are honoring the Top 11 winners of our Student Editorial Contest by publishing their essays. This one is by Evelyn Wang, age 17.

02/05/2022

Are you looking for a serious relationship this year? Amy's own story shows that she know how to do it. Join her next weekend and learn how: www.committoloveevent.com.

01/16/2022

Bring out your pearls for 2022! I love it when a classic is a trend.

Here's how to wear the timeless jewel in a way that feels fresh and fun.

06/23/2021

Interested in some of my services while also benefiting a great cause? I am offering two very different items in Suited for Change's online auction, part of this Thursday (June 24) evening's Annual Gala, each a terrific bargain. My eyeglass frames consultation, suitable for women or men, can even take place virtually using your digital image and online retailers. https://events.handbid.com/.../glasses-consultation-975718

05/10/2021

I did a 5 minute podcast about Color and Image Insight on Friday, May 7: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Business--Economics-Podcasts/Podcast-Business-News-Network-Auditions-p1395261/?topicId=162938121 You might need to scroll to find it.

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03/15/2021

I'm a Contrasting Solar Winter, so I can wear olive, although it's not generally in a Winter palette. Wearing your eye color always draws attention to your eyes.

02/11/2021

Compare this picture to those of her Super Bowl performance. She is a brilliant, beautiful young woman, but her coloring is warm! That frosty blue doesn't suit her at all.

Though the NFL didn’t announce Gorman’s role at the 55th annual game until after her star turn at the inauguration, the poet said the Super Bowl invitation predated it.

01/26/2021

Smart strategies for a wardrobe that works for both you and the planet. Be sure to follow the link to the capsule wardrobe article.

Buying secondhand or from companies that are promoting clothing recycling and other environmentally friendly policies can help reduce your carbon footprint.

01/02/2021

I have been fascinated by historical fashion since I was very young. The ideal of womanhood has certainly evolved over time. Can you imagine wearing some of these styles in your life today?

Meticulously compiled using a number of historic fashion plates, this timeline showcases women's fashion history from 1794-1970.

01/01/2021

The Pantone Institute's colors of 2021, set in motion: https://www.artechouse.com/post/pantone-color-of-the-year-2021-reveal

We’re thrilled to share our collaboration with Pantone in announcing their Color of the Year 2021! Our creative team worked hard to bring this immersive reveal to life, presented at ARTECHOUSE NYC.

12/24/2020

Another story about use of color in movies.

Twitter account Cinema Palettes takes screenshots from classic films and translates them to ten-part color palettes. Though based on a momentary still, each spectrum of shades seems to perfectly encapsulate its movie's overall mood.

12/23/2020

This video doesn't really go into depth, and I would argue that her "red" hair is actually yellow-red, but it touches on color theory and the psychology of color choices. I particularly like the color wheel representation here.

Colour is a powerful mood changer and it can be expressed based on a photo’s color scheme. What many photographers aspire to do is to be able to tell a story...

12/23/2020

This article suggests a number of different options. In my closet, I separate first by type of clothing (jackets, tops, skirts, pants, dresses), and arrange by color within each group.

It'll make getting dressed a whole lot easier.

12/17/2020

It's a great time to inventory your cosmetics and applicators. Here is some advice on keeping everything safe.

For makeup products left unused during the pandemic, the “clock marches on,” experts say.