We’ve all been there: drawn to blouse or shirt that looked great on the hanger but made us look washed out in the mirror. Maybe a lipstick or grooming product promised a glow-up but left us looking tired instead. And the wrong hair color or tie that throws things off. Over time our closets and drawers become a graveyard for things we thought we liked but never felt quite right wearing. But what if the issue isn’t the item itself—it’s the color?
That’s something Elyse Olsen, founder of Sirius Color Studio in Crystal Lake, knows from personal experience. After her own color analysis led her astray, she started a journey––learning how to effectively identify the tones that can change how we look and feel. A new color analysis, this time through the True Colour International system (TCI), made everything click. “It was like seeing myself clearly for the first time,” she says. “It changed how I show up in the world.” Now she helps clients uncover their natural palette—leading to smarter choices, fewer regrets, and a more confident presence.
Personal color analysis isn’t just about fashion––it’s about presentation, a cohesive vs competing style, and confidence that radiates. When your appearance is in harmony with your natural coloring, people notice you, not the shirt, makeup, or hair color. Whether you’re building a capsule wardrobe, choosing a suit or dress for a big event, or want to feel more like yourself, finding your perfect color palette is a smart investment in how you show up.