Welcome to the second edition of Behind The Drapes—your exclusive, all-access pass to everything going on behind the scenes at My Authentic Colors. This isn’t just about fashion; it’s about uncovering who you are and expressing that with confidence and joy. Whether you're a longtime color enthusiast or just beginning your style journey, I’m so glad you’re here.

🏡 Studio Updates

✨ GIFT CARDS COMING SOON! I know you’ve been asking to purchase gift cards from me, but I’m actively trying my best to accommodate this for you. I’m just having some issues on the backend but you will know ASAP when they are available.

✨ Scavenger Hunt - I’m working on a creative way for you to earn a chance to take $10.00 off every time you see our business cards out in the wild. More details on this in the next week or so :)

✨ Fitness & Fashion Soiree: I’m looking for a host site that would be willing to host me for a soiree that would bring my two passions, fitness & fashion together for a fun event. I’m a fitness instructor as well as CEO of My Authentic Colors and I want to bridge the two together in a creative way. I have an idea of how I want to go about it but I’m all ears if you have suggestions.

✨ MINI Appointments: Did you know that I started offering 60-minute Consultations every Tuesday and Friday based on your requests? More time, more insights, more YOU.

Book Your 60 Minute Color Analysis Here

📅 Upcoming Events

Here’s where you can catch me next—and yes, I’m bringing the full-color energy:

👑 RoyalT Pop-Up *NEW*
📍 New Bedford, MA | 🗓️ May 31st | ⏰ 10AM–2PM

🧖‍♀️ Skin Spot Grand Opening
📍 Taunton, MA | 🗓️ June 7th | ⏰ 10AM–3PM

👗 Gloria & Co Pop-Up
📍 Marion, MA | 🗓️ June 20th | ⏰ 12PM–6PM

📚 Books & Bulldogs Market Pop-Up
📍 Norwood, MA | 🗓️ June 28th | ⏰ 10AM–5PM

Community Perk: As part of my vibrant community, you can book a 30-minute Color Analysis Consultation for 20% off with a special discount code “BTD20”—for any of my 30-minute Color Analysis Pop-Ups! Physical Products included in my 3-hour Consultation are not included in my Mini Appointments and can be purchased separately.

Don’t miss your chance to get draped and dazzled at a discount!

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🎨 Today’s Topic: 💍 Color Confidence for Brides & Grooms

When people think about wedding planning, color usually means decor—the flowers, the table settings, the mood board. But let’s zoom in closer: your most important color decisions are the ones you wear. Your dress. Your suit. Your makeup. Your accessories. These are the colors that show up in every photo, shape how you feel when you look in the mirror, and tell the story of you on one of the most photographed days of your life.

That’s why color analysis isn’t just helpful—it’s transformational.

🎨 Color Is More Than Aesthetic—It’s Personal

Every person has a natural color palette—made up of the undertones in their skin, the depth of their eyes, and the contrast of their features. When your clothing and makeup complement those tones, you glow. When they fight against them, you might look washed out, tired, or like something’s just a little off.

Take a bride in bright white: stunning, yes—but only if that pure white belongs in her palette. Otherwise, it can feel harsh or flatten her complexion. The same goes for a groom in deep black. If his features are soft and muted, stark black might overwhelm him. Color analysis removes the guesswork, guiding you to the right white, the perfect suit tone, and everything in between.

🌟 Your Palette = Your Power (Even at the Altar)

Brides, your gown is your statement piece—but it’s also your canvas. Imagine finding the exact shade of ivory that makes your skin look radiant, or the blush tone that lifts your natural color instead of dulling it. Grooms, think about a suit that not only fits your build but enhances your overall presence—because it speaks your color language.

When both of you dress within your palette, it creates a sense of effortless polish and timeless confidence.

🤍 What If Your Palettes Don’t Match?

This happens all the time—and it’s a beautiful opportunity for harmony, not compromise.

Let’s say the bride is a True Winter (think high contrast, cool undertones, looks great in pure white and black), while the groom is a True Summer (soft, cool-toned, looks better in muted pastels or dusty navy). At first glance, it might seem tricky—but it’s not. Both of these palettes belong to the Cool family, and that’s your common ground.

The Cool palette blends both Winter and Summer tones, giving you an elegant, cohesive range to work with:

Florals in icy pinks, mauves, and deep berry
Attire in soft navy, charcoal, cool taupe, or icy white
Makeup and accessories that flatter both bold and soft cool undertones

The goal isn’t to match each other perfectly. It’s to create a visual rhythm that feels effortless—where both of you shine in your way, while still looking like you belong together. That’s the power of personalized color planning.

🌿 The Emotional Impact of Wearing the Right Color

Color doesn’t just affect how you look—it affects how you feel. The right tones can calm your nerves, energize you, ground your excitement, and help you feel more like yourself when all eyes are on you. And let’s be honest: weddings can be overwhelming. You want to feel aligned, centered, and authentic—and color can help get you there.

Brides: Your ideal lip tone, cheek color, and gown shade can bring out your natural radiance—no filter needed.
Grooms: Choosing the right shirt, tie, and suit tones can make you look more polished and feel more confident.

When your outward appearance is in sync with your inner self, you feel more present, and your confidence becomes magnetic.

💫 Color That Lives Beyond the Wedding

Here’s the best part: color analysis isn’t just for one day. Once you know your palette, shopping for events, vacations, date nights, or even daily outfits becomes so much easier. You save time, avoid impulse buys, and build a wardrobe that works for you.

You’ll never second-guess a white shirt or a lipstick shade again—because you’ll know what belongs in your world, and what doesn’t.

🌸 Color Is a Form of Self-Respect

In all the chaos of wedding prep, it’s easy to forget that this moment is about celebrating your whole self. Taking time to learn what colors highlight your features and reflect your essence isn’t just about style—it’s an act of self-respect and self-love.

Because when you walk down that aisle—or stand at the altar—you deserve to feel like the best version of yourself. Not just for the photos, but for the memory. Color analysis helps make that happen.

And the best part? That glow stays with you, long after the last dance.

💖 Things I’m Loving (And... Not So Much)

Welcome to Loving vs. Not Loving—your weekly mood board of obsessions and eye-rolls. This week, I’m stepping into the world of weddings with a color-savvy twist. From what’s making my stylish hearts flutter to the things I’m side-eyeing harder than a mismatched bridal party palette… I’ve got thoughts. Think of it as your chic check-in before walking down the aisle—or into another group text about centerpieces.

💍 Loving right now:

NOT going into debt for their wedding.
Honestly, it’s not my place to tell anyone how to spend their money—if you have the means for a million-dollar wedding, go for it, and truly, I love that for you. But I’ve been seeing more and more couples choosing not to go into debt for their big day, and instead putting that money toward their future—like a home or something more lasting than just one night. And honestly? I think that’s incredible. Prioritizing long-term goals over one day of pressure and perfection? That’s the kind of decision that aligns with where so many people are at right now.

Grooms Wearing Something Other Than Black
Not every groom looks their best in black—and that’s okay. Deep navy, rich olive, charcoal, or even taupe can be 10x more flattering, depending on the season. When he wears his palette? The glow-up is mutual.

First Looks That Bring Real Reactions
That jaw-drop moment? Pure gold. And when both partners are dressed in colors that highlight their natural features? It’s next-level.

🙅‍♀️ Not vibing with:

Proposing to your partner at someone’s wedding.
It’s sooooo tacky when people do this. It’s not a good look in my opinion.

Ignoring Color Analysis for Makeup
Your wedding makeup should enhance your features—not wash you out under flash photography. Foundation undertones, blush tones, and lipstick shades that align with your season will do so much more than just follow a wedding trend that you saw on Pinterest.

Bride/Groom-zillas.
Need I say more? I think this one is self-explanatory.

🎨 Color Combinations I’m Loving.

This week, I’m looking at the classic couple: black and white. Timeless. Elegant. Effortless. It’s no surprise this combo is a go-to for brides and grooms—it feels iconic for a reason. But here’s the thing: pure black and bright white only truly flatter one seasonal palette (hello, Winters like myself). For everyone else, it’s all about finding your version of this high-contrast duo—think ivories, deep charcoals, warm creams, warm browns, or a lovely navy. The key is creating contrast in your style is harmony, not harshness. Because when your best black-and-white play by your rules, the result is just as striking—only more in alignment with you.

True Winter: Ice White & True Black
True Summer: Soft White & Graphite
True Spring: Cream & Brown Sugar
True Autumn: Ecru & Chocolate Brown

Warm Palettes (Spring/Autumn): Heavy Cream & Nutmeg
Cool Palettes (Summer/Winter): Vintage Black & Milk White
Light Palettes (Summer/Spring): Ivory & Light Navy
Deep Palettes (Autumn/Winter): Brown Black & Stone White Bright Palettes (Winter/Spring): Warm Black & Antique White Soft Palettes (Summer/Autumn): Bone White & Charcoal Brown

💸 Discount of the Week

Take 75 dollars off any in-person or virtual color consultation with code WEDDING25, valid through Sunday, May 25th at 11:59 pm EST.

P.S. These exclusive discount codes are just for you—consider them something extra borrowed. Like a well-kept guest list, we’re keeping it intimate. So please don’t share these codes with anyone (unless it’s your maid of honor or your dog in a bow tie—then maybe we’ll allow it). Deal? 💍😉

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💌 Let’s Keep the Conversation Going

Thanks for spending time Behind The Drapes. I’ve got so much more in store, and I want your input! Do you have a burning-style question? A favorite color combo? A topic you’d love me to cover next? Email me your ideas at info@myauthenticcolors.com—I’m all ears (and full spectrum lighting).

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