Photo Color Analysis
Submit five unfiltered photos for a basic online analysis delivered within 24 hours. Receive color direction informed by your natural coloring and the Sterling Color Quality System.
Discover the colors that bring out your natural features with a personalized analysis from Sterling Style Academy. Using the Sterling Color Quality System, we assess undertone, value, intensity, and contrast to create practical color guidance for clothing, makeup, hair, and accessories. Whether you are refining a polished Los Angeles professional wardrobe or simplifying everyday outfits, receive direction that feels authentic and easy to use.

Choose focused color guidance, a live consultation, or color direction paired with virtual wardrobe support.
Submit five unfiltered photos for a basic online analysis delivered within 24 hours. Receive color direction informed by your natural coloring and the Sterling Color Quality System.
Explore skin, hair, clothing, jewelry, and makeup compatibility through a more detailed online assessment. Your guidance considers hue, value, intensity, and personal contrast.
Meet with a stylist by video for interactive color analysis and personalized recommendations. Expand your session with a virtual closet cleanse for more coordinated wardrobe decisions.
A personal color analysis turns abstract color theory into clear choices for your wardrobe and image. Sterling Style Academy uses the Sterling Color Quality System to evaluate undertone, temperature, value, chroma, intensity, and contrast rather than relying on a single traditional label. You will understand which clothing, makeup, jewelry, and hair shades support your features—useful for creating polished looks across Los Angeles workdays, events, and everyday life.

See how individualized style direction helps clients make confident, intentional color and wardrobe choices.
Receive thoughtful color guidance shaped by deep image consulting and styling expertise.
The Sterling Color Quality System evaluates multiple color characteristics for more nuanced, individualized recommendations.
Founder Michelle T. Sterling brings more than 20 years of image consulting and fashion experience.
Experience informed by an alumni network spanning 60+ countries and diverse personal style needs.
Los Angeles clients can pair color direction with in-person personal styling services when available.
Expert direction grounded in image consulting and personal style.

Founder and Training Director
Michelle T. Sterling is the founder and training director of Sterling Style Academy, bringing over 20 years of award-winning experience across retail, fashion, and image consulting. She has developed affiliations with luxury houses like Giorgio Armani and Cartier. Michelle holds a Bachelor of Arts in French and Spanish from Wellesley College and is a former Certified Image Consultant, along with credentials from the Dale Carnegie Performance Training Program and the Protocol School of Washington. She has authored over 30 educational training books, DVDs, and CDs, and co-authored 'Success Simplified' with Stephen Covey. Fluent in English, French, and Spanish, Michelle is dedicated to cultivating the talents of aspiring image consultants worldwide, having trained alumni across more than 60 countries throughout her distinguished career.
Color analysis pricing varies by format and level of detail. Sterling Style Academy’s basic online color analysis is $49.97 and is delivered within 24 hours using five unfiltered photos. A more comprehensive online analysis for skin, hair, and clothing is $97.97. A live online color analysis consultation is $347, while a live session combined with a virtual closet cleanse is $597.
Speak with a stylist about the consultation that fits your goals.
Color guidance and personal styling support for clients in Los Angeles and through virtual consultations nationwide.
Los Angeles
Service Area
Online & Live Video
Consultation Options
20+ Years
Industry Experience
Ask about personal styling options available for your Los Angeles goals.
Founding-member industry affiliation and professional leadership.
Professional protocol and image training credential.
Share your style goals and preferred consultation format. Our team will help you choose the right color analysis option.
You can also send us a quick email at info@sterlingstyleacademy.com.
You can also send us a quick email at info@sterlingstyleacademy.com.