Hello lovely readers! A few months ago I went to see Evangeline at Vivaldi Colour & Style Consultancy for a bespoke Colour Analysis consultation. Here’s an exclusive interview with Evangeline herself as your Colour Analysis guide!

by Gemma Mathers

I’m Evangeline although most people will know me as Evie. I’m thirty years old, and I have lived here in Norfolk my whole life.

I am a creative, intuitive, and sensitive person. For as long as I can remember, I have wanted to help others, it is my passion and my purpose. If I am helping others, I am happy!

Vivaldi Colour & Style Consultancy was founded in 2023 when I undertook my training to become a Colour Analysis Consultant. Ever since I was a little girl I have leaned towards the creative side of life, and during my high school years, hoped one day I would establish my own business.

I have always loved all things colour, fashion and style – I most definitely get this from my Mum, who has always dressed in beautiful, bold colours and clothing.

In short, Colour Analysis is a process whereby an individual will discover what colours look best on them. A consultation with me, takes the form of a three-partprocess.

First, studying the effect of warm and cool colours against the skin, soft and bright colours. Finally, we discover an individual’s season and how they can wear their seasonal palette of colours.

This process will help an individual to discover their VERY best colours. I work with a colour theory dating back to the 1920’s, which is the underpinning knowledge of the analysis I conduct for all of my clients.

In Colour Analysis world, we work with the four seasons: Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter. This might give you a clue as to where my business name came from!

How did you discover colour analysis?

I discovered Colour Analysis through a colleague of mine when I was working as a Dental Nurse – he had his ‘colours done’ in Australia, and from that point I became obsessed with the idea. I never knew something so unique existed. I could see from plenty of videos and photographs online how very real this process was, and that I could be wearing colours which were not helping me to look my absolute best. I had to take the plunge and invest!

Having a Colour & Style Consultation changed my life and gave me confidence at a difficult time in my life. I began to feel a better version of me – confident, radiant, energised, and empowered. I just wish I had invested in the consultation sooner – I would have saved myself a lot of money, stress when shopping, and unnecessary purchases.

After my consultation I became aware of just how much clothing waste I had produced over the years, having bought clothes I never wore, which didn’t suit me. I felt a bit ashamed!

During this difficult period in my life, I decided it was time to find my purpose, or, my calling in life. I was inspired by the Japanese concept of Ikigai. This lead me to realise that my calling was Colour Analysis! It ticked a lot of boxes, and the stars just aligned!

I knew I wanted to be able to share the incredible experience I had of Colour Analysis with as many people as possible, in the hope it would change their life for the better, the way it did mine.

The training was challenging, but completely worth it, and this September I will be heading back to undertake my Style training, which I’m really excited for.

Tell me a little about what colour analysis can do for people, and what it’s done for you.

Without sounding cliché, the list is endless. By knowing what colours work best for you, you will save a significant amount of money and time in the long run. Colour Analysis is an investment for life – and you only pay for it once.

Imagine being able to walk into a shop wearing filters over your eyes, that filter out every colour that doesn’t work for you. A lot of people can find shopping overwhelming. Knowing your best colours means you won’t spend hours struggling to find something that suits you.

You will feel safe to invest in quality items, which may come with a slightly higher price tag – but knowing the colour works for you, means you won’t be wasting your money.

Over time you will be able to create a capsule wardrobe full of garments which look incredible on you, and all work beautifully together. No more wondering if items will match! Your seasonal colours will complement and sit in harmony with your unique skin tone and overall appearance.

Aside from the physical benefits, Colour Analysis has a deeper effect on us as individuals too. For me, it boosted my confidence at a time when I was feeling low, and a bit lost. I felt empowered, attractive, approachable, in control of my life, and motivated to look and feel my best every day.

When we feel confident it shows. And this positive effect rolls out across all aspects of our lives – applying for jobs, going on dates, trying new things.

A Colour Analysis Consultation is the perfect gift too! What do you buy for someone who has everything? It can be a fantastic surprise for Christmas and Birthday, or a really unique gift for a wedding present or as a thank you.

Can you share a memorable experience where your colour analysis significantly impacted a client’s confidence or personal style?

There have been many clients I have fond memories of. I’d like to take this opportunity to say I have met some really wonderful people, and it fills me with so much gratitude that they have put their trust in me to guide them on their new journey to feeling confident in colour!

When I underwent my training, I had a middle-aged male model having his colours done. When we went through all the colours in his season, he became emotional when we found a ‘best colour’.It genuinely ignited something within him – he didn’t just see it, he felt it. I will never forget such a moving experience. I’ve also had clients travel across the world when visiting me – one person came from Canada, and another from Mozambique. I am eternally grateful to be able to help people from all walks of life  discover their very best colours.

What is your favourite part of the colour analysis process?

I genuinely love the entire process. There is not one part that isn’t enthralling! I love meeting all of my clients, hearing their stories, guiding them, being a soundboard to them, and finding out what we have in common. But for me, the best part is the end – where we discover the ‘very best colours’ and drape them around the client to unveil, the masterpiece, the pièce de resistance, the money shot. Seeing a client in their very best colours is the pinnacle of the process, and I am always so excited by it. Having clients contact me after their consultation to tell me how Colour Analysis has benefitted them and sharing photos in their seasonal colours, has also got to be the cherry on the cake.

How do current trends in fashion and style have an influence on a consultation?

Fashion and Style – they are similar, but not the same. Style is individual, and should be timeless. Fashion is cyclical. It comes and goes. How often is a new trend brewing in this day and age? Fashion sees us wearing an item once, or twice, then moving on to the next trend. The environmental and socio-economic impact of fast fashion is both alarming and distressing. Style, though, is all about you. Style is knowing what works best for you, and going out into the world to honour that. I know what works for my body shape, and expresses my personality – and it is not what you might find swamping our high street stores. What works for your friend, might not work for you, and that is ok. A Colour & Style Consultation will give you all the answers you need to create a bespoke, sustainable, and timeless wardrobe.

For people who are uncertain about colour analysis what advice would you give?

Do you want to shop sustainably and help to reduce your impact on the environment? Are you looking to re-discover yourself, and create a bespoke and timeless look? Would you like a few hours indulging yourself to boost your
confidence and feel empowered? Do you only wear 20% of your wardrobe 80% of the time? If your answers are yes, I can help you.

Colour Analysis is an investment for life. It’s a bespoke service which can benefit everybody, regardless of their age, gender, shape, sexual orientation, and ethnicity. Some people are happy
wearing whatever makes them confident, and if truth be told, that’s what matters most. But, seeing for yourself with my professional guidance, the impact that colours can directly have on your appearance, you’ll never look at colours and clothes the same way.

For anyone who would love to understand more about Colour Analysis, and what to expect from a Consultation with me, head to my Instagram account @VivaldiNorfolk. Here you will find lots of content to help you decide if discovering your very best colours is something you’d like to invest in. Or, I am contactable via email, and am always happy to answer any questions.

Colour Analysis: The Experience

Ladies if you’re anything like me  whose impulsivity often goes to battle with my debit card and strikes it down with a sword through the heart – then colour analysis might be for you. Getting your colours right and knowing what compliments your skin tone will do wonders for your bank account.

I was fortunate enough to meet Evie at the Spring Collective event hosted by herself, Polly Vincent and Bella Singleton. Immediately I was enamoured by the idea of colour analysis. Evie demonstrated the power of Colour Analysis on two lovely models; allowing us to see with our own eyes the difference the right colours can make and the detriment of the wrong ones. Now, for me this was especially daunting as I’ve always been someone who considered black a safe colour – only to find out it’s very rarely the right colour for you. 

On the 4th of July I headed over to Evie’s home for a lovely afternoon dedicated to finding my best colours.

One of the requirements of colour
analysis is arriving at the consultation with no makeup on. As Evie explained to me, the purpose of Colour Analysis is to find the colours that best enhance your natural skin; makeup hinders this process by covering up the very skin tone and texture we need to see. First and foremost I am a people pleaser so of course I turned up bare faced and bright eyed.

Evie does most of her consultations from her living room creating a safe space for clients to relax, properly discuss what they want out of the consultation and which colours they’re initially drawn to. For me the answer was blue!


First we must detemine the undertone. Will I be warm or cool? This is an important first step, once Evie has determined which undertone I have she can narrow down which season I may be.

This decision, which I feel became very apparent when going through the cool and warm drapes, was that I am warm toned. The cool toned drapes made me feel vague and bleak, drawing the colour from my face and causing shadowing making me look tired. However the warm was much more in harmony with my skin tone. Enhancing my natural features, making my blue eyes stand out and working with my hair colour to bring everything together. In warm colours I felt wonderful.

After this process, came the fun of determining which season I fit into. Warm undertones mean I will potentially fit into two categories: Autumn and Spring. The second part of this process is determining which season best suits me. Whether the earthy tones of Autumn or the bright colours of Spring are my best bet. I must say this part of the process was so interesting to see come to life in the mirror. Evie deliberated back and forth, seeing which colours caused the smallest of changes but had an overall intense affect. In the end, as I was draped in blues and pinks it became very apparent. My season is Spring.

Now, Colour Analysis doesn’t end with finding out your season. Once Evie has determined where you sit, the next step is to run through the seasons sub-categories and find the very best colours within your season! For me it was relatively quick to decide that I fit firmly in the ‘Blue Spring’ category. As a lover of all things blue and bright – this is absolutely perfect for me!

Not only does Evie discover the best colours to compliment you but she runs through a comprehensive guide of where to wear each colour. Which will look best close to the face and which work best as an accessory. My crib sheet, which has become a staple in my purse when shopping, is my holy grail. Not only do I know my best colours but I know where to wear them.

If you’re a fan of the colour black, which many people deem to be a safe colour, and it ends up not being a part of your season – have no fear! Evie goes through the best black alternatives to spice up your wardrobe. Did I turn up to my consultation wearing black… yes. Yes I did. Is black a part of my season? No… No it is not.

But having identified the colours that work best as an alternative I know how to create a timeless base with the colours that suit me best and don’t wash me out like black! Mixing and matching various shades to best suit my complexion.

I left the consultation with a newfound sense of freedom, ready to go home and declutter my wardrobe with the pieces that didn’t suit me or never got worn and build up a capsule wardrobe that will never let me down. Shopping has become much easier, I can still reach for my blues but now know which other colours will compliment me without having to chance it!

The wonderful thing about Evie, who is a self-proclaimed introvert, is her ability to make you feel completely at home in her space. Her passion, drive and absolute love for colour analysis shines through in the consultation and reflects in how you feel leaving the consultation: excited and ready for the next step in your style journey. Thank you so much to Evie for the wonderful experience and for saving my wardrobe!