5 Best Color Analysis Services in Ottawa That Can Turn You Into a Main Character
When I was a young lass, orange was my favorite color, until one day, one of my friends jokingly draped me with a neon orange scarf from the department store and said, “This suits you, babe!”
Sure, it does, if I wanted to be a traffic cone for Halloween. And sure enough, I vowed never to buy any piece of clothing that mildly resembled pumpkin soup.
I eventually started looking for some guidance for my aging wardrobe, and that’s where I stumbled across the concept of color analysis.
After 3 days of researching and availing free consultations, I discovered I’m a “Warm Autumn”, and now it makes sense.
Maybe not all shades of orange are bad after all (as long as I don’t look like Velma from Scooby Doo).
Here’s to hoping these color analysts also help you slay with confidence!
How much does color analysis cost in Ottawa?
A color analysis package in Ottawa typically costs from $240 to $500. The exact amount depends on the type of services included, the nature of the consultation, and the specific provider.
1. OH Style
Phone: +1 506-227-0446
Business Hours:
- Mon – Fri: 10:00am – 9:00pm
- Sat – Sun: 10:00am – 6:00pm
OH Style’s dedication to enhancing your fashion with science-backed color analysis makes for a transformational experience.
We think there’s a lot of value to be gained in their packages, which include many services like style guides and garment education that complement their color consultation well.
Many people love Michelle’s color palette advice, often stating that her consultation is one of the most useful tools to achieve the perfect color combinations for their skin tones.
The fact that she has a background in Psychology also further supports her credentials in finding out which array of colors is the most pleasing to the eye.
The whole journey is a highly customizable and mix-and-match process. But with Michelle’s professional guidance, you’re never lost in the endless possibilities of building a wardrobe made exactly for you.
While the packages can be a bit on the expensive side, the stellar service more than makes up for the price.
The most useful service of all was hiring her for a colour consultation
“I’ve had the opportunity to work with Michelle on a few different occasions. And each time, she has been very helpful whether it was helping me to pack for a tropical vacation or dress my muscular physique to look more feminine in a dress. But definitely the most useful service of all was hiring her for a colour consultation. Learning what palette of colours suits my skin tone has truly been a game changer for everything from my clothes to makeup. Plus she’s just a lovely human, inside and out. Highly recommend!”
– Samantha Shorkey, Google Review
Super reliable, responsive, and an awesome listener
“Michelle is hands down the best stylist I’ve ever worked with ! It was therapeutic she helped me feel comfortable in my skin , embrace my body , and find the right style ! She’s super reliable , responsive & an awesome listener who always comes up with the best ideas on the spot. Had so much fun shopping together as well. Highly recommended ❤️🙏🏻”
– Aya, Google Review
2. The Style CV
Address: 155 Country Carriage Way, Carp (Home Studio)
Phone: +1 613-852-0033
Business Hours:
- Thu – Fri: 12:00pm – 1:00pm, 4:00pm – 5:00pm
- Sat – Sun: 11:00am – 6:00pm
- Mon: 12:00pm – 1:00pm, 4:00pm – 5:00pm
- Tue-Wed: CLOSED
The Style CV is many people’s trusted color analyst. They’re known for their superb professionalism, fun and engaging sessions, and personable customer service.
Your go-to girl is Cassandra, who has impressive credentials like formal education in color analysis and fashion management, a joint degree in Sociology and Communications, and over 15 years of experience in the retail industry.
Together with her stellar background, there’s never a dull moment with her service. Each session is packed with information presented in an interactive way, which can get anybody excited about a wardrobe change.
Past clients praise her for having a very in-depth approach that highlights the optimum shades for you. What’s better is that she can perform color analysis for a group with the same approach and accuracy.
We just found that the normal 1-hour session might be a bit short to really discuss all the details while still establishing a good rapport.
I highly recommend booking your color analysis with Cassandra!
“I organized a group session with Cassandra, and it was an absolute blast! Cassandra is incredibly knowledgeable and opened our eyes to a variety of concepts during the color analysis she conducted. You walk away feeling much more informed and excited to view your wardrobe from a fresh perspective. I highly recommend booking your color analysis with Cassandra! Thanks for everything. :)”
– Jennifer Dussault (Jenny), Google Review
Cassandra’s service was a great investment
“I’ve always wanted to have a colour analysis and finally had the opportunity with Cassandra. It was great! It helped me understand what looks good on me and why. Cassandra’s practical advice and keen eye has helped me shop for clothes that suit me and make sense of why I feel great in some clothes and others just hang in my closet. Cassandra’s service was a great investment in helping me present the best version of myself.”
– Dana B, Google Review
3. DNA My Colours
Address: Near Gladstone and the Queensway
Phone: +1 613-724-4574
Business Hours: Fri – Sun: By Appointment Only
At the helm of DNA My Colours is Lisa Kelly, a neuroscientist highly trained in the art of 12-season personal color analysis. With 11 years of experience under her belt, she holds strong credibility.
Her color analysis is one of the most in-depth and meticulous around, lasting up to 4 hours per session. This leaves a lot of breathing room for establishing rapport, getting proper draping, and experimenting with different styles.
Clients loved seeing the stark contrast between colors that made them look dull, to ones that made their face brighter and more vibrant. The sessions even allowed them to pick the perfect makeup for their skin.
However, given her popularity and profession as a doctor, she has a very packed schedule, and availability is limited. You may have to contact her other colleagues on the Chrysalis Colour website instead.
She provides fantastic, thorough analysis
“I was draped by Lisa over a year ago. She provides fantastic, thorough analysis and is very methodical in her approach. After determining my season, she’s been a great resource with makeup suggestions, follow up sessions, and continued email contact. I would highly recommend PCA by Lisa – it’s been life-changing for me!”
– Erin Jay, Facebook Review
It was an incredible experience for me
“Lisa draped me for my colour analysis some time ago. It was an incredible experience for me and one that has changed what I wear and how I select clothes. I am never without my colour wand and won’t buy clothes anymore without using my wand and making sure that anything I try on is compatible with my season. The process itself was really special–in the beginning I didn’t see much. But as Lisa put on one drape and then another I could see that some made my skin look sallow or grey, sometimes my colouring was pale and I looked tired or slightly jaundiced. But as time went on and Lisa placed other drapes around me I could see the sometimes dramatic effect of how my face came alive, my skin looked younger and my eyes popped when the right colour was draped on me…”
– Wendi Arnold, Facebook Review
4. Gabrielle Lavigne Styliste
Address: Based in Gatineau and Ottawa
Email: [email protected]
Business Hours:
- Mon – Thu: 9:00am – 8:00pm
- Sat: 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Fri/Sun: CLOSED
People who are looking for a change of wardrobe with fresh new colors turn to Gabrielle Lavigne, one of Ottawa’s finest stylists.
With formal training from the Style Coaching Institute, Gabrielle has a great eye for style and is impeccably knowledgeable about which colors and designs accentuate your best features.
She doesn’t just look at your colors, but also goes on a multifaceted approach that considers your body type, unique features, and preferences. She does all this while being very calm and empathetic, too.
We like the fact that she offers a free 30-minute style consultation, which is already a great start in helping you give your wardrobe a refresh. It’s a nice sample of what she can do to transform your look.
The only downside is that she doesn’t seem to have a dedicated color analysis service that you can book on its own.
Working with Gabrielle was a wonderful experience
“Working with Gabrielle was a wonderful experience. She took into consideration my likes and dislikes, what I was comfortable with and what I was not. She was also willing and able to make some “out of the box” suggestions for me which I ended up loving. That was really refreshing. I also appreciated her ability to work with a body type that was completely different than her own. She suggested clothing that accentuated my body and gave me lots of wonderful tips and tricks along the way so that I could continue to benefit long after we were done working together. Merci Gabrielle!”
– Annik Menard, Google Review
Chooses beautiful clothing based on a thorough understanding of your colouring
“I had such a wonderful experience working with Gabrielle! She is down to earth, calm, chooses beautiful clothing based on a thorough understanding of your colouring, body shape, and the style/looks that you want to achieve. She’s so personable and lovely, and very capable. 5 star experience!”
– anne-marie thompson, Google Review
5. Style With Katsia
Address: Based in Ottawa
Phone: +1 613-852-0188
Business Hours:
- Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 8:00pm
- Sat: 10:00am – 7:00pm
- Sun: CLOSED
You’ll be dressing to impress when you book a consultation with Style With Katsia, an Ottawa-based personal stylist known for offering color analysis-infused packages.
Katsia is very experienced in mixing and matching your wardrobe according to the season, so you can expect colors in your arsenal that never look out of place, no matter the time of the year.
We think her Style Consult (Intro) service is an affordable push in the right direction toward a better fashion sense. For just $195, you already get a color analysis, body shape analysis, styling tips, and jewelry recommendations.
Many clients also seem to love her capsule wardrobe, which gives you 30 different outfit combinations for a specific occasion. It’s a more thoughtfully made approach to overhauling your closet with different colors.
However, compared to other color analysts, her color analysis service may not seem as in-depth, especially considering the cheap price point.
Katsia is very professional, intuitive, knowledgeable, and caring
“Katsia is a very professional and knowledgeable stylist. She listened and understood my needs and desires, and took time and care to put together a very detailed presentation that included various wardrobe capsules that were tailored specifically for me. Katsia is a very professional, intuitive, knowledgeable, and caring; such a pleasure to work with! I look forward to continuing our professional relationship together.”
– Anastasia Kravitz, Google Review
I finally feel like the classy professional woman I was trying to be
“After spending a few years discouraged by my existing wardrobe, I booked a personal stylist – Katsia. The experience was truly amazing. I finally feel like the classy professional woman I was trying to be. I got a package that included: personal style consultation, wardrobe review, shopping session and look book. Thank you so much Katsia !!!”
– Luckyou studio, Google Review