Color and Contrast – Medium Contrast
Saturday, April 23rd, 2011
Medium Contrast Level
Dark value hair and medium value skin. Medium value hair and light value skin. Light value hair and medium value skin. These combinations make up medium contrast levels.
Jolie’s hair value is dark, and her skin value is medium.
She looks beautiful in medium valued color combinations and with medium contrasting colors displayed against her skin.
Yes, this dress has a host of faux paus.
But for now, focus on how distressing the color contrast scheme is in relationship to her natural contrast level. Low Contrast
Tags: Celebrity Fashion, Choosing the right colors, color analysis, Color Trends, image consulting, image consulting training
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(Video) A Look at Color as it Relates to Contrast – High Contrast
Friday, April 22nd, 2011
Wearing colors that are in sync with your natural color scheme play a significant role in your overall look. But don’t be fool. There’s more to the color equation. Identifying the level of contrast that exists in the colors of your own body and then repeating that level of contrast in what you wear is the little secret many color consultants fail to mention.
How to identify your contrast level
• Take a self-photo and convert it to black and white.
• Determine if your hair value is dark, medium or light.
• Determine if your skin value is dark, medium or light.
Take a look at this picture of Sophie Ellis-Bextor. The high contrast between her hair and skin is easily recognizable.
Converting this same picture to black and white, notice how her dark colors appear very dark and her light colors appear very light.
Now, look at supermodel Alek Wek. Do you think her contrast level is high, medium or low?
Alek, too, has a high contrast level. Notice how the whites of her eyes and teeth contrast highly with her dark skin.
Alek’s high contrast is even more prevalent in this picture, as here we see not only how the whites of her eyes contrast with her dark skin, but also the contrast of the reflected light on her face.
Both look fabulous in high contrast color-combinations. Another winning look is wearing colors that contrast strongly against their hair
or skin
Now, take a look at this video. Note how all the models have dark hair; not one blond. Medium Contrast
Tags: Choosing the right colors, color analysis, image consulting, image consulting training, Michigan corporate image consulting, Personal Image Consulting, Video Sunday, October 24th, 2010 To borrow the words of the beautiful Erykah Badu, “I’m an artist and I’m sensitive about my shit!” As the steady stream of YouTube comments for the “Keep, Tweak, Delete” video pour in, I must say that I’m a bit surprised. As a quick recap, subscribers have until October 31 to leave a YouTube comment advising me on whether to keep, tweak or delete the highlighted looks. So far, the two outfits that I favor most (Looks 1 and 2) have been less than favorable among my audience. Rather than slit my wrist, I’ve revisited both looks. While still I strongly believe they’re great, here’s what I think I could have done to make them more appealing to the viewing audience: Look 1. Other than have a better video camera and lighting, I’d say nothing. Nicole Richie wearing a maxi dress and short leather jacket My version of Maxi Dress and Short Jacket with Peep Toed Bootie. CLICK PHOTO FOR LARGER VIEW Look 2. Okay, I totally get why no one feels this look. NO the reason is not because it’s fugly! Sadly, the video fails to show the details of the two prints. Many of you saw the look as too busy and thought I should eliminate one print and replace with a solid. My goal, however, was to demonstrate pattern mixing. As probably most of you know, pattern mixing will be huge for Spring 2011. Unfortunately, if poorly executed or, as in this case, photographed, rather than looking brilliant, it looks a hot mess. It’s really hard to appreciate this look without the naked eye, but take another look at these new photographs of the two pieces. Pattern Mixing- CLICK PICTURE FOR A CLOSER LOOK Two Patterns Up Close and Personal - CLICK IMAGE FOR LARGER VIEW The key to successfully mixing patterns includes: Here’s a great example! Gorgeous. Click for Larger View - Photo Courtesy of Style.com Here is another picture that I found on the Fashion Bomb Blog Photo Courtesy of The Fashion Bomb Blog Some of you also commented on the fit of the skirt. Boy did I do myself a disservice in the video by lifting the jacket to show the skirt’s back detailing (2:15). Fortunately, the jacket falls at a point where it greatly camouflages the “trunk junk” (2:33) and brings balance to the entire look. It’s definitely a boxy look, so I’ll tweak it by not tucking the sweater, but the silhouette is reminiscent of that of Chanel’s, which, overall, is boxy. Chanel - CLICK PHOTO FOR LARGER VIEW So, I have to say, I stand behind both looks 100% and still think they’re dope. But I’m listening and appreciating ALL of your comments, so PLEASE, keep them coming! Here’s another glimpse of the video. Tags: Celebrity Fashion, Choosing the right colors, giveaways, petite fashion tips, Style, Video Wednesday, July 14th, 2010
Picture Courtesy of Still Life. Stilllife.com Fellas. News Flash. If all you own are caps, you still have some growing up to do. Real men wear hats. If you ever wondered how to choose a suitable hat for your head, I’ve outlined a few principles to follow. Shop for the perfect chapeau with these basic guidelines in mind, and you’re certain to be covered. –The brim should be no wider than your shoulders. So now that you have the rules, you’re wondering where to shop. No problem. Located in Downtown Detroit, Henry the Hatter carries the widest selection of lids for men in the Metropolitan Detroit area. Established in 1893, Henry the Hatter has two locations: 1307 Broadway Street, Detroit, Michigan and 15656 West 10 Mile Rd., Southfield, Michigan. Visit their website or contact them at (313) 962-0970 or (248) 557-7770 for additional information. Another hatter with an impressive selection is Still Life. Established in 2006 and located in the heart of the Lower East Side of New York City at 77 Orchard Street, New York, NY, Still Life carries an eclectic range of original designs. Visit their website or contact them at (212) 575-9704. Tags: men fashion, men style, men style rules, style tips Sunday, July 4th, 2010 Sure I’m a certified image consultant and color expert, but that doesn’t mean I couldn’t benefit from the help of one. So, I’m asking you to be my personal wardrobe consultant. In this two part video, I’m giving you a glimpse of my closet and asking you to make a decision on whether or not I should keep, tweak or delete the featured outfits. Tags: age-appro, color analysis, How to Dress Your Body Type, petite fashion tips, Video, wearing the right underwear
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Pattern Mixing and Maximizing the Maxi Dress Brings Mixed Reviews
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Tip Your Hat – How to Choose the Right Hat
–The crown should equal the width of your temples.
–Round faces should select taller crowns.
–Long faces should select shorter crowns.
–If you have a long nose, choose a brim that extends beyond the tip of your nose.
–Wide brims will help to de-emphasize ears that stick out.
–Most hats should be worn forward on the top of the head, with the crown covering part of the forehead.
–A slight tilt on the angle makes it more fashionable.
–Straw hats go with light-weight fabrics like cottons, linens, and the like. So no wearing after labor day.
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Video – Part One – Everyone Can Use a Good Image Consultant; Including the Professional
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