7 REASONS WHY THE SEASONAL COLOR ANALYSIS IS FLAWED

Normally personal stylists and hobby fashion influencers would tell you to use the seasonal color analysis to find your color type.

You will consider your skin tone and undertone and natural eye/hair color to determine which colors and color combinations suit you best.

Once you are done with the analysis you would turn out to be either Spring, Summer, Autumn, or Winter (and there are subcategories).

If it was only that simple and perfect!

7 REASONS WHY THE SEASONAL COLOR ANALYSIS IS FLAWED

1 Lack of Representation

One of the most common criticisms is that the seasonal color analysis historically focused on a limited range of skin tones, often neglecting the diversity of skin tones in the real world.

This lack of representation can make people with non-European or non-white skin tones feel excluded or misunderstood.

They end up with the wrong color type and wrong colors.

2 Eurocentric Standards

The seasonal color analysis was developed based on Eurocentric beauty standards, which prioritize certain features and color palettes.

This can reinforce the idea that Eurocentric features and colors are superior or more desirable, leading to feelings of racism or cultural bias.

3 Cultural Appropriation

When the seasonal color analysis is used inappropriately to suggest that certain colors or styles are reserved for specific racial or cultural groups, it does perpetuate cultural appropriation and contribute to racist stereotypes.

4 Stereotyping

It also leads to stereotypes, such as assuming that people with certain color palettes should only wear specific types of clothing. This is problematic when applied without considering your preferences and cultural backgrounds.

5 Limited Scope

The seasonal color analysis is primarily focused on external appearance and does not take into account important cultural, social, or historical factors that influence your style choices.

Reducing your identity and style to a seasonal category oversimplifies your unique complexity.

6 Misapplication

When the seasonal color analysis is used by individuals or professionals without proper training or cultural sensitivity, it leads to misunderstandings or misinterpretations of your color palette, making you feel excluded or misjudged.

7 Evolution of Beauty Standards

Beauty standards are not static and have evolved over time.

The seasonal color analysis does not account for these changes and can perpetuate outdated or harmful notions of beauty.

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