The colors that you wear speak volumes about you without saying a word. Psychologists have determined that color is the first thing noticed about a person because of its deep-rooted emotional and mental associations. Since people make value judgments on your appearance in less than 30 seconds, the impact of color is immediate and lasting. Wearing the right colors can make the difference of making a great impression or not so great impression.
Color affects mood, apparent body shape, apparent age, your outlook on life and the overall impression you make on others. Wearing the best color choices that compliment your personal features such as your skin, eye and hair color will make you look younger, healthier, brighter and credible. While wearing unflattering colors can make you look older, awkward, ill, tired or dull.
Personal and professional color analysis is an essential component for Total Image Management at work, interviews, dates, meetings, formal or social gatherings. Our image consultants help you discover the hues that compliment you best to enhance your overall appearance. During an individual color consultation or online color consultation, you will receive a personal color swatch, and a 60 page personalized color booklet to carry with you for added convenience.
What will I know after my color consultation?
- Your Basic Undertone (Cool or Warm)
- Your Major Season (Winter or Summer' / 'Spring or Autumn')
- Your 'Flow' (Deep, Light, Cool, Warm, Clear or Soft)
- Your Contrast Level(s) for clothes, makeup and hair color
- Which fabrics and patterns suit you best
- How to use your swatch for the best wardrobe combinations
- Know the link between your personality and personal coloring
- Know to camouflage or enhance your personal features
Which range of colors enhances your appearance?
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Warm Colors |
Example 1: Two professional men have to attend an important business meeting. They both have similar high contrast features; dark hair, dark eyes and tan skin which puts them into the Cool range of colors. The man with the darker suit on the left looks better than the one with a lighter suit on the right. The man with the darker suit makes a bolder statement because he is wearing the correct range of colors that compliment his personal features.
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Example 2: The model’s personal features are lighter because she has light skin, blue eyes and blond hair. The yellow dress compliments her much better than the bright red dress due to the model’s lighter contrast. The bright red dress speaks volumes and dominates the model’s appearance.
“Grooming” and why is it important?
Grooming are the ‘details’ such as your hair, facial hair, body hair, make-up, skincare, teeth, nails, wardrobe fit and care that complete your overall appearance.
You may wear a stunning suit, outfit or gown but if your shoes are unpolished, heels are scuffed, buttons are loose, hem is undone, pants and sleeves are too long, too short or clothes are wrinkled and stained, you will appear as though you are not careful, credible or detail oriented. The same is for poor personal hygiene. Poor personal hygiene includes; Messy and dirty hair, unwanted facial hair, excessive make-up, yellow and dirty teeth, unkept nails and unwanted odors.
During an IIC image consultation, we help assess your overall personal appearance and wardrobe for Total Image Enhancement. Grooming is a key component for a polished, impeccable and sharp image. When an individual is well groomed, it lets other people know that you are detail oriented, well put together and successful.
Personal Style Portfolio or ePortfolio
The Personal Style and Image Portfolio is a customized computer generated portfolio packed with wardrobe, fashion and style information for both men and women. It is personal and unique because it is tailored just for you according to your body type. We take your measurements; vertical and horizontal proportions, height, weight, prominent features, shoulder type and face shape for assessment. Once your measurements are taken, the computer program will generate all the styles that compliment your personal features.
The Personal Style Portfolio or ePortfolio will tell you which type of clothes and accessories fit you best such as the types of suits, shoes, shirts, pants, undergarments, skirts, dresses, glasses, and more! You can get a hardcopy of the Personal Style and Image Portfolio or upload the ePortfolio with a mini disk right into your computer. It is truly exclusive and personalized to you!
The Personal Style Portfolio will:
- Help you purchase the right styles for your body type
- Eliminate the guess work about what to wear
- Make shopping easier and less stressful
- Increase your self-esteem and confidence
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Image Portfolio for Women |
Image Portfolio for Men |
“This program is amazing! As it says in my portfolio, all new items I add to my wardrobe should compliment me with 100% my style and fabric. No compromises! I was able to figure out what styles of clothing looked best on me. The program took the confusion about what to wear and I was able to save time shopping because I immediately knew what looked good on me and what did not.” -Rene B, Analyst
Body, Style and Fit analysis and why is it important?
Body, Style and Fit analysis is assessing your body from your head to your feet. We measure all of your body’s features and proportions to let you know what type of styles and fit compliment you best. We assess your horizontal body type, vertical body type, face shape, neck length and width, prominent features, arms and legs.
The key to dressing well is knowing your body’s strength’s and weaknesses. An IIC image consultant will assess whether you have a long or short torso, long or short legs, slanted or square shoulders, long or short neck, hourglass or rectangle and much more to find out what clothes flatter your figure type saving you the frustration and countless hours on figuring out what to wear.
IIC image consultants will assess all of your personal components and teach you how to dress according to your silhouette. Just because clothes are in fashion doesn’t mean that it looks good on your body type. Your body analysis and personality are important factors when building your wardrobe to look your very best.
Hour Glass |
Rectangle |
“Weyleen has given me the tools that I needed to shape my life how I want to be. I know how to mold myself and portray an image of how I feel and how I want people to see me. I am no longer in a rut; I love how I look and the 180 degree turn that my lift has taken.” –Chrislaine J., Diplomatic Linguist
“After my consultation with Weyleen, I was able to figure out what looked good on me. I was frustrated because nothing was fitting me properly. She taught me what looked good on me for my size” -Yen N., Chiropractor
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