Colour Analysis myths debunked: Whats true and what not

Colour Analysis Myths Debunked: What’s True and What’s Not

Colour analysis has become hugely popular again and for good reason!

Understanding which colours flatter you can completely transform your confidence, wardrobe, and even how others perceive you.

But with the rise in popularity, a lot of myths and misunderstandings have popped up too.

Let’s debunk some of the biggest myths and set the record straight on what’s actually true when it comes to colour analysis!

Myth #1: 

Your season can change over time.

Debunked: Not really but your appearance can shift.

Your undertone (whether you are warm, cool, or neutral) stays consistent throughout your life.

However, your overtone, the surface look of your skin, hair, or eyes, can change with age, sun exposure, hair dye, or health.

That’s why someone might look lighter or softer over time, but their true undertone (and thus their correct seasonal family) remains stable.

Myth #2: Bright colours are always better for everyone.

Debunked: Not the case!

While bright colours can energise some people, others look best in soft, muted shades. Wearing overly vivid tones when your natural colouring is more delicate can overpower your features instead of enhancing them. It's all about knowing your chroma (intensity) ranges.

Myth #3: 

Everyone fits neatly into one of the four season.

Debunked: Not always!

In more advanced systems (like the 12- or 16-season models), many people sit between two seasons.

For example, someone might be a Light Summer but able to borrow from the Light side of spring colours, with light being their dominant characteristic.

Human beings are complex and sometimes, a crossover or “flow” between seasons is the most accurate reflection of your colouring.

Myth #4: 

Myth: People with the same skin tone have the same season.

Debunked: Not the case!

Two people with the same skin tone might fall into completely different seasons based on their undertone, eye clarity, hair depth, and contrast levels. It’s not just about colour alone it’s about how everything works together.

Myth #5: 

Myth: You can tell your season just by looking at your veins.

Debunked: Vein colour is not definitive.

Lighting, skin thickness and even blood circulation can vary between different parts of the body effecting vein colouring. Better indicators include how your skin reacts to silver vs. gold, how your face looks with different colour drapes, and whether you need contrast or harmony in your outfits.

Myth #6: 

Myth: Undertone means the same as surface tone.

Debunked: Completely Different!

Surface tone is what you’d describe as “fair,” “tan,” or “dark”, 'olive". Undertone is the subtle hue beneath that cool (blue), warm (yellow), or neutral. Two people can have the same skin depth and totally different undertones.

Myth #7: 

Colour analysis is subjective and not based on anything real.

Debunked: It’s based on solid colour theory and scientific principles of light, undertone, and visual harmony.

While there’s some artistry involved, true colour analysis relies on understanding:

• Warm vs cool undertones

• Value (lightness vs darkness)

• Chroma/Intensity (brightness vs softness)

• How colours reflect light back onto your skin

  
  

It’s a combination of science and trained observation, not just a “feeling” or “guess.”

Final Thoughts

Colour analysis isn’t just a trend! It’s a powerful tool for discovering your natural beauty.

While myths can make it seem confusing, the truth is simple:

When you wear colours that harmonise with your natural features, you shine.

It’s not about boxing yourself in, it’s about setting yourself free to express your best self with confidence, clarity, and joy.

Ready to discover your true colours?

Book your personal colour analysis session with me today and experience the difference for yourself!