The Stylery Blog

Color, style and confidence.

Color analysis tips, Kibbe style guidance and stories from our Minneapolis studio.

Nicole holding a Soft Summer drape in The Stylery's studio

October 22, 2026

What to Expect at a Color Analysis Session

What happens at an in-person color analysis at The Stylery in St. Louis Park, step by step, plus a real client's session on TikTok.

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Warm, neutral and cool white wedding dress fabrics from The Stylery's Bride Guide

October 22, 2026

Wedding Dress Colors by Season: A Bride's Color Guide

Which white, ivory or blush wedding dress suits your color season, plus the best metals, fabrics, veil and bridesmaid colors for Winter, Summer, Spring and Autumn.

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A Soft Summer swatch fan and color cards from The Stylery

October 22, 2026

How to Use Your Color Swatch Fan (Without Exact Matching)

How to shop with your personal color swatch fan: the two-step method, the harmony test, mastering neutrals and the common mistakes to avoid.

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Nicole holding a seasonal drape in The Stylery's St. Louis Park studio

October 22, 2026

Best Color Analysis in Minnesota: What to Look For

How to choose a color analyst in Minnesota, what a thorough analysis includes, and why Twin Cities clients and companies book The Stylery.

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Warm Spring color palette cover from The Stylery's Complete Season Guide

October 21, 2026

Warm Spring Color Palette: Best Colors, Makeup and Hair

The Warm Spring color palette explained: your best colors and neutrals, what to wear instead of black, makeup, hair color, metals and the shades to skip.

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Warm Autumn color palette cover from The Stylery's Complete Season Guide

October 21, 2026

Warm Autumn Color Palette: Best Colors, Makeup and Hair

The Warm Autumn color palette explained: your best colors and neutrals, what to wear instead of black, makeup, hair color, metals and the shades to skip.

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Soft Summer color palette cover from The Stylery's Complete Season Guide

October 21, 2026

Soft Summer Color Palette: Best Colors, Makeup and Hair

The Soft Summer color palette explained: your best colors and neutrals, what to wear instead of black, makeup, hair color, metals and the shades to skip.

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Soft Autumn color palette cover from The Stylery's Complete Season Guide

October 21, 2026

Soft Autumn Color Palette: Best Colors, Makeup and Hair

The Soft Autumn color palette explained: your best colors and neutrals, what to wear instead of black, makeup, hair color, metals and the shades to skip.

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Light Summer color palette cover from The Stylery's Complete Season Guide

October 21, 2026

Light Summer Color Palette: Best Colors, Makeup and Hair

The Light Summer color palette explained: your best colors and neutrals, what to wear instead of black, makeup, hair color, metals and the shades to skip.

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Light Spring color palette cover from The Stylery's Complete Season Guide

October 21, 2026

Light Spring Color Palette: Best Colors, Makeup and Hair

The Light Spring color palette explained: your best colors and neutrals, what to wear instead of black, makeup, hair color, metals and the shades to skip.

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Dark Winter color palette cover from The Stylery's Complete Season Guide

October 21, 2026

Dark Winter Color Palette: Best Colors, Makeup and Hair

The Dark Winter color palette explained: your best colors and neutrals, how to wear black and white, makeup, hair color, metals and the shades to skip.

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Dark Autumn color palette cover from The Stylery's Complete Season Guide

October 21, 2026

Dark Autumn Color Palette: Best Colors, Makeup and Hair

The Dark Autumn color palette explained: your best colors and deepest neutrals, how to wear black, makeup, hair color, metals and the shades to skip.

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Cool Winter color palette cover from The Stylery's Complete Season Guide

October 21, 2026

Cool Winter Color Palette: Best Colors, Makeup and Hair

The Cool Winter color palette explained: your best colors and neutrals, how to wear black and white, makeup, hair color, metals and the shades to skip.

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Cool Summer color palette cover from The Stylery's Complete Season Guide

October 21, 2026

Cool Summer Color Palette: Best Colors, Makeup and Hair

The Cool Summer color palette explained: your best colors and neutrals, what to wear instead of black, makeup, hair color, metals and the shades to skip.

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Bright Winter color palette cover from The Stylery's Complete Season Guide

October 21, 2026

Bright Winter Color Palette: Best Colors, Makeup and Hair

The Bright Winter color palette explained: your best colors and neutrals, how to wear black and white, makeup, hair color, metals and the shades to skip.

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Bright Spring color palette cover from The Stylery's Complete Season Guide

October 21, 2026

Bright Spring Color Palette: Best Colors, Makeup and Hair

The Bright Spring color palette explained: your best colors and neutrals, how to wear black and white, makeup, hair color, metals and the shades to skip.

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A Soft Summer color palette, makeup guide, digital swatches and swatch fan

October 20, 2026

What Color Season Am I? How Seasonal Color Analysis Works

How seasonal color analysis finds your season, from undertone and value to chroma and contrast, and why a professional draping gives you the clearest answer.

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The Soft Summer color palette

October 15, 2026

Soft Summer vs. Soft Autumn: How to Tell the Difference

Soft Summer and Soft Autumn are two of the most often confused seasons. Here's what sets them apart, and which colors suit each one best.

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Friends holding up their season swatch fans at a color party

October 10, 2026

Hosting a Color Analysis Party in Minneapolis: What to Expect

Planning a color analysis party for a birthday, bachelorette or book club in the Twin Cities? Here's how it works, what guests take home and how to plan.

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