Color Analysis for New Jersey Style

Discover the colors that bring out your natural features with a personalized online color analysis from Sterling Personal Styling. Using the Sterling Color Quality System™, we assess undertone, value, intensity, and contrast to create guidance for clothing, hair, makeup, and accessories. Whether you are refreshing your wardrobe for New Jersey’s changing seasons or refining your everyday image, receive clear, practical direction tailored to you.

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Our Color Analysis Services

Personalized virtual color guidance and practical tools for making confident wardrobe, makeup, and hair-color decisions.

Basic Color Analysis

Send five unfiltered photos for a focused assessment delivered within 24 hours. Receive foundational insight into the colors that best complement your natural coloring.

Complete Color Analysis

Get a detailed evaluation of your skin, hair, clothing, jewelry, and makeup compatibility using the Sterling Color Quality System™ for more precise everyday color direction.

Live Virtual Analysis

Meet live by video with a styling professional for personalized color guidance, real-time questions, and recommendations you can apply to wardrobe, beauty, and shopping choices.

Personalized Color Direction

Find Colors That Feel Like You

Color should support how you look and how you feel—not create more guesswork at the mirror. Our online consultation evaluates your unique undertone, temperature, value, chroma, and contrast to identify harmonious shades. You will receive practical recommendations for clothing, makeup, jewelry, and hair color. For New Jersey clients navigating four distinct seasons, this personalized direction makes seasonal shopping and outfit planning more intentional.

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Confidence Through Color

Client Transformations

See how personalized color direction helps clients make more confident, cohesive style decisions.

"I wanted to get my 20-year-old daughter a color analysis done for her birthday. So I found Sterling Academy online and I purchased one for both of us. I mistakenly assumed we would have a live consultation online, but once I got past the fact that it would come in..."

Pamela Ruiz

"I booked a virtual styling session and was amazed at how personalized everything felt. From color guidance to wardrobe edits and shopping recommendations, every step was clear and practical. I finally feel like my clothes reflect who I am professionally."

Stéphane A

"Working with Sterling Personal Styling virtually was seamless and incredibly effective. I finally understand what works for my body, my schedule, and my career—and getting dressed is now effortless. The process was thoughtful, practical, and completely tailored to me."

Claire M

"Excellent color analysis experience!! I purchased the $49.97 package, and had been struggling for a while because I have asian skin with yellow overtones and it is really difficult to find colors that flatter me. Michelle is very direct and seems to have a lot of experience handling this subject,..."

C Leung

"I did an online colour analysis assessment with Michelle Sterling to learn about my best colours to wear to my brother’s wedding. I love that it’s so easy to do, in the comfort of my own home in Australia. After making an online payment, I sent a few photos to..."

Pinq

"I took the Sterling Style Academy’s online color analysis. The report was done very fast and detailed. I highly recommend."

Jana Dambekalne

"I recently purchased the Sterling Style Academy's Online Color Analysis, and it's one of the best decisions I've made for my personal style. At just US$67.97, the value I received was incredible!The analysis revealed something shocking but truly insightful – my personal coloring had dramatically changed! This was a game-changer..."

Heather Anderson

"I wanted to get my 20-year-old daughter a color analysis done for her birthday. So I found Sterling Academy online and I purchased one for both of us. I mistakenly assumed we would have a live consultation online, but once I got past the fact that it would come in..."

Pamela Ruiz

"I booked a virtual styling session and was amazed at how personalized everything felt. From color guidance to wardrobe edits and shopping recommendations, every step was clear and practical. I finally feel like my clothes reflect who I am professionally."

Stéphane A

"Working with Sterling Personal Styling virtually was seamless and incredibly effective. I finally understand what works for my body, my schedule, and my career—and getting dressed is now effortless. The process was thoughtful, practical, and completely tailored to me."

Claire M

"Excellent color analysis experience!! I purchased the $49.97 package, and had been struggling for a while because I have asian skin with yellow overtones and it is really difficult to find colors that flatter me. Michelle is very direct and seems to have a lot of experience handling this subject,..."

C Leung

"I did an online colour analysis assessment with Michelle Sterling to learn about my best colours to wear to my brother’s wedding. I love that it’s so easy to do, in the comfort of my own home in Australia. After making an online payment, I sent a few photos to..."

Pinq

"I took the Sterling Style Academy’s online color analysis. The report was done very fast and detailed. I highly recommend."

Jana Dambekalne

"I recently purchased the Sterling Style Academy's Online Color Analysis, and it's one of the best decisions I've made for my personal style. At just US$67.97, the value I received was incredible!The analysis revealed something shocking but truly insightful – my personal coloring had dramatically changed! This was a game-changer..."

Heather Anderson

"I wanted to get my 20-year-old daughter a color analysis done for her birthday. So I found Sterling Academy online and I purchased one for both of us. I mistakenly assumed we would have a live consultation online, but once I got past the fact that it would come in..."

Pamela Ruiz

"I booked a virtual styling session and was amazed at how personalized everything felt. From color guidance to wardrobe edits and shopping recommendations, every step was clear and practical. I finally feel like my clothes reflect who I am professionally."

Stéphane A

"Working with Sterling Personal Styling virtually was seamless and incredibly effective. I finally understand what works for my body, my schedule, and my career—and getting dressed is now effortless. The process was thoughtful, practical, and completely tailored to me."

Claire M

"Excellent color analysis experience!! I purchased the $49.97 package, and had been struggling for a while because I have asian skin with yellow overtones and it is really difficult to find colors that flatter me. Michelle is very direct and seems to have a lot of experience handling this subject,..."

C Leung

"I did an online colour analysis assessment with Michelle Sterling to learn about my best colours to wear to my brother’s wedding. I love that it’s so easy to do, in the comfort of my own home in Australia. After making an online payment, I sent a few photos to..."

Pinq

"I took the Sterling Style Academy’s online color analysis. The report was done very fast and detailed. I highly recommend."

Jana Dambekalne

"I recently purchased the Sterling Style Academy's Online Color Analysis, and it's one of the best decisions I've made for my personal style. At just US$67.97, the value I received was incredible!The analysis revealed something shocking but truly insightful – my personal coloring had dramatically changed! This was a game-changer..."

Heather Anderson
The Sterling Difference

Why Choose Sterling Style Academy?

Learn from a recognized image consulting authority with a refined, modern approach to personal color.

Proven Method

The Sterling Color Quality System™ considers undertone, value, chroma, intensity, and personal contrast.

Deep Expertise

Michelle T. Sterling brings more than 20 years of image consulting and fashion experience.

Virtual Convenience

New Jersey clients can receive personalized professional guidance without travel or an in-person appointment.

Global Perspective

An international alumni network across 60+ countries informs an inclusive approach to personal coloring.

About the Sterling Style Academy

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Michelle T. Sterling

Founder and Training Director

Sterling Style Academy provides professional education in image consulting, personal styling, color analysis, personal shopping and fashion styling for students around the world. Founded by Michelle T. Sterling, the Academy offers both flexible online courses and intensive in-person certification programs designed to build practical, client-ready skills.

Students can choose from the 1-Day Stylist Training, 2-Day Color Analysis Training, 3-Day Fashion Stylist & Color Analysis Training, 5-Day Personal Stylist Training, 7-Day Image Consultant Training, or the comprehensive 2-Week Image Consultant & Personal Stylist Training.

In addition to training students, Sterling Style Academy works with private clients through Sterling Personal Styling, offering image consulting, personal styling, and color analysis services.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a personal color analysis?

A personal color analysis identifies the color qualities that naturally harmonize with your features. Sterling Personal Styling evaluates factors such as skin undertone, temperature, value, intensity, and personal contrast. Rather than relying only on a traditional season label, the Sterling Color Quality System™ provides direction for clothing, makeup, hair shades, jewelry, and accessories that can create a more balanced overall appearance.

How does online color analysis work?

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Can color analysis help me choose makeup and hair color?

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Have Questions About Your Colors?

Speak with a styling professional about the consultation option that fits you.

Recognized Expertise

Awards and Recognition

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Certified Image Consultant

Multiple Award-Winning, Professionally Certified Image Consultant and Industry Leader

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Corporate LiveWire Award Winner — 2026/2027

Recognized for professional excellence and leadership in the image-consulting and styling industry.

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Most Influential Online Personal Stylist — 2026, Manhattan

Recognized for influence and leadership in online personal styling.

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Featured Expert in Major International Media

Featured in Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, WWD, Business Insider, E! News and HuffPost.

Discover Your Most Harmonious Colors

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Contact Us Today

You can also send us a quick email at info@sterlingstyleacademy.com.