Color Palettes

Online drape test

In a professional color analysis, a consultant holds colored fabric drapes under your chin to see which colors make your face look brighter. This free tool does the same on your photo: compare two or four colors side by side and see which ones flatter your skin.

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How the drape test works

Choose a photo of your face, and the tool places a band of color under your chin like a fabric drape. Switch between ready-made sets, such as warm vs cool or the four seasons, or pick any two colors you want to compare. Adjust the size and position so the color sits just below your face.

What to look for

With a flattering color, your skin looks smoother and more even, shadows under your eyes and around your mouth look softer, and your face seems to come forward. With an unflattering color, skin can look sallow, gray or red, and the color seems to stand out more than you do. Look at your whole face, not just the color.

Tips for an accurate comparison

Use a photo taken in natural daylight with no filter and little makeup, and pull your hair away from your face. Compare colors one pair at a time, and save the comparison image so you can look at it again later or ask a friend's opinion.

Frequently asked questions

Can a drape test on a photo replace a professional color analysis?

Not completely. Real fabric in real light is more accurate than a photo on a screen. But comparing colors on your photo is a quick, free way to see which direction suits you.

Which set should I start with?

Start with warm vs cool to check your undertone, then try the four seasons. Gold vs silver and the two whites are also easy ways to confirm the result.