Welcome to the twenty seventh 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 Now Available

Signature Style Packages Launch + Price Increases

I’m thrilled to announce the official launch of my Signature Style Packages. Thoughtfully designed to help you align your style with your truest self. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or ready for a complete transformation, there’s a package created just for you:

🔹 POP UP Color Analysis – $130
A quick dive into the hues that highlight your natural beauty.

🔹 MINI Color Analysis – $187
A quick and powerful session to uncover your most flattering shades.

🔹 FULL Color Analysis - My Authentic Colors – $397
A full color analysis experience to help you wear your hues with confidence.

🔹 Align My Style – $750
A combination of color and body shape analysis to help you dress in alignment with your natural beauty.

🔹 Curated Masterpiece – $2500
Includes color and body shape analysis + a full wardrobe audit to elevate what’s already in your closet.

🔹 My Authentic Closet – $5700
The full transformation: color, body shape, wardrobe audit, personal shopping, and a full wardrobe remix.

Important Update on Swatch Wallets & Pricing

I wanted to keep you in the loop and be open & honest. Due to recent tariff changes affecting imported materials, the cost of ordering the swatch wallets has increased. I have tried my absolute hardest to keep pricing as afforadable as possible but with the tariffs, shipping costs, and rise in costs for myself to purchase the wallets, I have had to make a tough business decision to raise the prices of the wallets. As a result, there will be a price adjustment starting 10/27.

Swatch Wallets: $100-110

These packages are more than services, they’re a gateway to confidence, clarity, and authenticity in how you show up every day. If you’ve already receieved a Color Analysis with me, the price will be reduced.

✨ New Travel Policy – Effective September 1st ✨

Beginning September 1st, all private house parties booked with My Authentic Colors will include a travel fee.

🔹 Mileage will be billed at $0.70 per mile (round trip).

🔹 A set travel fee will also apply based on the distance from the My Authentic Colors office to the event location

• 30 minutes or less → $50 travel fee + mileage

• 30–60 minutes → $100 travel fee + mileage

• 1–3 hours → $200 travel fee + mileage

• 3+ hours → $350 travel fee + mileage

⚠️ Please note: All travel fees must be paid in full before our arrival to confirm your event.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to bringing the full My Authentic Colors experience directly to you!

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us in our DM’s or email info@myauthenticcolors.com

We’ve launched our Instagram Broadcast Channel! 🎉
Get exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes content, and first looks—straight from us to your inbox. Don’t miss a thing—join the channel now and stay in the loop! 🔗📲 www.instagram.com/my_authentic_colors

Did you know that I was a guest on the Wake Up New Bedford Podcast? I talk about my journey from being a fitness professional to talking about how I started the journey as a Color Analyst. My episode is broken into two parts and you can watch and listen to them down below.

Part 1: Wake Up New Bedford Interview

Part 2: Wake Up New Bedford Interview

📅 Upcoming Events

We are taking a pause on our event calendar! Stay tuned for updates.

Today’s Topic: I’m Grateful for You

This week, I’ve been feeling especially reflective and overwhelmingly grateful. When I look back on this journey bringing color analysis to my hometown of New Bedford, Massachusetts, I’m honestly in awe of what has unfolded. I started this business with a mixture of excitement and fear. I was scared to introduce something that felt luxurious, something I wasn’t sure people would understand or even care about. I worried it might be seen as “fluffy” or unnecessary.

But you proved me wrong in the most beautiful way.

Almost a year in, this little idea I took a chance on has become more successful than I ever imagined. That success has nothing to do with me alone—it's because of you. Every single one of you who has walked through my doors, shared my work, trusted me, supported me, encouraged me, or simply followed along from afar… you’ve played a part in making this dream real.

I’ve met so many incredible people through this business—people who have opened their hearts, shared their stories, and allowed me to help them see themselves in a new light. That is a gift I don't take for granted.

As I look ahead to next year, my goals are big—bigger than they’ve ever been. And the best part? I get to bring you along for the ride. I’m excited. I’m inspired. And I’m more grateful than I can put into words.

Thank you for believing in me. Thank you for embracing something new in our community. Thank you for showing me that sometimes the things we fear the most end up becoming our greatest blessings.

Here’s to growth, color, courage, and everything still to come. 💛

💖 Swatch This/Scratch That

Your weekly scroll through the glossy, the gaudy, and everything in between. I’m serving a mood board of what’s in… and what’s getting cut out. Let’s go! This week, I’m serving a mood board of what’s in… and what’s getting cut as we step into Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and the holiday season.

Swatch This:

Gratitude in Real Time

Not the perfectly curated kind — the messy, real, “wow, life is a lot but I’m thankful anyway” kind. The small moments matter most this week: warm kitchens, loud families, quiet car rides, familiar faces, unexpected peace.

Setting Boundaries You Actually Stick To

Whether it’s emotional boundaries around family or spending boundaries for Black Friday, honoring your limits is the new holiday flex. Protect your energy like it’s the last slice of pie.

Slow Moments in a Fast Season

A long exhale before guests arrive. A late-night movie after the dishes are done. A morning coffee before the Black Friday rush. Choosing slowness is how you stay grounded when everything else speeds up.

Intentional Giving

Not buying “stuff to buy stuff,” but gifting things that hold meaning — experiences, connection, something someone truly needs. Thoughtfulness hits different during the holidays.

Laughing More Than You Plan

The kind of laughter that comes from burnt rolls, family chaos, or watching someone dramatically lose at a board game. Imperfection makes the best stories.

Scratch That:

Holiday Overwhelm as a Personality Trait

You don’t need to earn the season by running yourself into the ground. Doing it all is out. Enjoying what you actually want to do is in.

Black Friday Pressure Buying

Grabbing deals just because they’re deals? Hard pass. If it’s not needed, loved, or thoughtful, it’s not a bargain — it’s clutter with a discount sticker.

Performative Togetherness

Forcing perfect family moments or picture-perfect gatherings drains the joy. Real connection beats curated connection every time — even if someone forgets the cranberry sauce.

Saying Yes When You Mean No

Overcommitting, over-hosting, over-everythinging. “No thank you” is a full holiday sentence.

Waiting for December to Feel Joyful

You don’t have to wait for the “official” season to feel festive, grateful, or hopeful. The holidays start whenever youdecide they do — even if that’s right now.

🎨 The Color Connection

Formerly a general guide on color theory and branding, this section now dives deeper into specific brands and how their products align with seasonal color analysis. Whether you're a True Autumn or a Cool Summer, I’ll help you discover the clothing, makeup, and accessories that work with your season, not against it.

From curated brand breakdowns to seasonal must-haves, think of this as your personalized style compass—no guesswork, just great finds.

You’ll also be able to shop everything directly through my ShopMy Storefront. Let’s make color work for you.

A quick note before we get started: This guide is based solely on what’s available through the brand’s website and my personal understanding of seasonal color theory. Keep in mind that product photos can be edited and may not always reflect the true color in person. For the most accurate match, always refer back to your swatch wallet when making final decisions.

You may also notice that some seasons receive more attention than others, or that only neutrals were available for certain palettes in the ShopMy Storefront. This simply reflects the brand’s current offerings—not an intentional omission on my part.

With all that said, let’s jump into our featured brand of the week:

MAC Cosmetics

Known for its extensive shade ranges, pro-level formulations, and iconic finishes, MAC is a favorite among makeup artists and beauty lovers alike. But with such a vast selection, it can be easy to choose colors that almost work—or completely clash with your natural tones. That’s where this guide comes in.

I’m breaking down which eyeshadows from MAC work best for each of the 16 color seasons. Whether you’re a Soft Summer looking for rose-taupe and muted mauves, or a Bright Winter hunting for high-impact contrast and cool, saturated pigments, this is your shortcut to choosing products that flatter your unique undertone.

I’m showcasing a couple of product picks per season here, but you’ll find even more handpicked MAC items curated for your palette on my ShopMy Storefront.

Let’s bring color harmony to your makeup bag—whether you're getting ready for a photo shoot, nailing that polished Zoom look, or just playing with color for fun.🍃 SPRING – Fresh, Radiant, Uplifting

🍁 AUTUMN – Rich, Earthy, Grounded

🌊 SUMMER – Cool, Calm, Romantic

❄️ WINTER – Bold, Crisp, Dynamic

☀️ WARM – Radiant, Rich, Inviting.

🌊 COOL – Elegant, Fresh, Refined.

🌑 DEEP – Intense, Powerful, Grounded

☁️ LIGHT – Airy, Delicate, Soft

⚡ BRIGHT – Vivid, Energetic, Playful

🌫️ MUTED – Subtle, Calm, Understated

💸 Discount of the Week

From now until 11/30, save an extra 25% off your Signature Style Package or Mini Color Analysis with code “BF2025”

Purchase Your Signature Style Package Here

💌 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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