THE CLOTHES COACH
PERSONAL STYLING, COLOUR ANALYSIS & COACHING
The Style Assessment Questionnaire
Welcome to your Style Assessment questionnaire which will help us prepare for our initial consultation.
It's designed to help me learn a little bit more about you and your style goals, and to get you thinking about where you are now, and where you'd like to be.
The questionnaire should take no longer than 15 minutes to fill in. Please answer truthfully - don't hold back - there is no judgement here.
Disclaimer: Please rest assured that all photographs will be saved securely and will never be shared, all images will be deleted after the event.
Once you have submitted your questionnaire, you can book your style assessment using Calendly.
If you have any questions or issues with the form, please don't hesitate to get in touch at info@the-clothes-coach.com. You can also find answers to lots of your questions regarding the colour analysis section here.
I can’t wait to start this journey with you.
Love,
Alex
Colour Analysis Questionnaire - User Guide
Photo Upload
Photos of your face should be:
In clear, daylight, facing the light, near a window or outside
No make-up or headgear (please remove glasses)
No shadows on the face
Straight on and close up
Taken with a good quality camera (can be taken on your mobile, just needs to be in focus)
Examples of acceptable photo uploads - clear daylight, no make up, clearly shows eye colour and hair colour
Examples of poor quality photo uploads - poor lighting, shadows on the face, unnatural light
Determining your undertone
Understanding whether you have a cool or warm undertone is the first step in discovering which colours flatter you most. This knowledge can transform how you shop for clothes, choose makeup, and even accessorise your home. But how do you figure it out? Let’s break it down step by step.
What Are Skin Undertones?
Your skin undertone is the subtle hue beneath the surface of your skin. This is different from your overtone, which is the colour of your skin. Your undertone stays consistent regardless of changes in your complexion due to sun exposure, redness, or other temporary factors.
There are three main categories:
Cool: Skin with blue, pink, or red undertones.
Warm: Skin with yellow, golden, or peach undertones.
Neutral: A balance of cool and warm, making it easier to wear a wider range of colours.
Knowing your undertone helps you select colours that enhance your natural glow rather than overshadow it.
Step 1: The Vein Test
Look at the veins on the inside of your wrist:
If they appear blue or purple, you’re likely cool-toned.
If they look green or brown, you’re probably warm-toned.
If you have darker skin, try and determine if they appear cool, almost black or whether your overall tone is still warm.
Can’t decide? You might have neutral undertones.
Step 2: The Jewellery Test
Try on both silver and gold jewellery (or hold them against your skin):
If silver makes your skin look vibrant and healthy, you’re cool-toned.
If gold has the same effect, you’re warm-toned.
If both look equally good, you’re likely neutral.
Step 3: The White vs Cream Test
Hold a piece of pure white fabric and a piece of cream-coloured fabric near your face (without makeup or artificial lighting):
If pure white makes your skin pop, you’re cool-toned.
If cream looks better, you’re warm-toned.
If both look fine, you may have neutral undertones.
Step 4: Natural Reactions to Colours
Think about the colours that naturally suit you:
Cool-toned people shine in icy blues, emerald greens, and berry hues.
Warm-toned people look radiant in earthy tones, golden yellows, and coral pinks.
Step 5: Eye and Hair Colour Clues
Your natural eye and hair colour can also provide hints:
Cool tones: Eyes tend to be blue, grey, or cool brown. Hair often has ashy or platinum hues.
Warm tones: Eyes are usually green, hazel, or warm brown. Hair may have golden, auburn, or caramel highlights.
If you have any questions or issues with the form, please don't hesitate to get in touch at info@the-clothes-coach.com. You can also find answers to lots of your questions here.