Simplifying Color
Amanda Patty 
Why Big-Picture Thinking is Key
Simplifying Color—Why Big-Picture Thinking is Key
When it comes to finding your best colors, it’s easy to get bogged down in the details. Should you wear aquamarine or teal? Mustard yellow or goldenrod? The truth is, trying to pinpoint exact shades can feel overwhelming and frustrating.
Instead, let’s take a big-picture approach to color. By focusing on broader guidelines, you’ll find clarity, ease, and confidence in your style.
Why Color Systems Work—But Aren’t Perfect
Here’s the thing: There are over 8 billion people in the world, and no system will perfectly define the best colors for every single person.
That said, color specialists have identified six main palettes that work for most people. While these palettes aren’t absolute, they’re an amazing starting point. They simplify the process and make it easier to discover what works best for you.
By focusing on these big-picture palettes, you’ll gain the tools to choose colors that flatter your natural features, enhance your wardrobe, and reflect your personal style—all without getting lost in the weeds.
What Makes Your Palette Unique?
Your best colors are influenced by three key factors:
- Skin Tone: Your undertones (not your surface color) guide the tints and shades that work best.
- Hair Color: Whether you’re blonde, brunette, redhead, or gray, your hair adds dimension to your palette.
- Eye Color: This detail ties everything together, providing clues about the colors that will make your features pop.
Your Palette Is Flexible, Not Restrictive
One common misconception is that a color palette limits your choices. The truth is, your palette includes nearly every color—just in the tints and shades that suit you best.
For example:
- A warm palette might include golden versions of blue, green, and red.
- A cool palette favors silvery, icy tones of those same colors.
Your palette doesn’t box you in; it empowers you to choose colors that naturally enhance your appearance.
Why Simplicity Matters
When you focus on big-picture palettes, you avoid getting caught up in minor differences between shades. This makes the process:
- Less overwhelming: You won’t feel stuck deciding between subtle variations of the same color.
- More practical: Big-picture palettes make shopping easier, helping you quickly identify colors that work.
- More empowering: Instead of questioning every choice, you’ll feel confident and clear about what works for you.
How to Find Your Palette
Finding your best colors starts with understanding your unique combination of skin tone, hair color, and eye color. My free color quiz is designed to help you do just that.
Here’s how it works:
- Take the quiz: Answer simple questions about your natural coloring.
- Get your color code: Discover your big-picture palette based on your answers.
- Receive your guide: You’ll receive a detailed ebook with tips for using your best colors and a downloadable palette to keep on your phone.
What’s Next?
Once you know your palette, you can start building a wardrobe that feels cohesive, effortless, and uniquely you. Use your color guide to:
- Choose clothes and accessories that highlight your natural features.
- Shop with confidence, knowing every piece will work together.
- Experiment with shades within your palette to express your personal style.
Take the Quiz and Get Started
Finding your best colors doesn’t have to be complicated. By focusing on the big picture, you’ll unlock the tools to dress with confidence, ease, and joy.
Ready to simplify your style?