By now, you’ve probably heard about ChatGPT and some of the other AI-generated programs. They can be used to ask questions, write just about anything, help with planning of all sorts, create graphics, and the list goes on and on.
I watched a YouTube video featuring a clothing color consultant named Alice, who created a prompt for AI to do a color analysis based on skin tone, hair color, and eye color. You can use it with any of the AI programs out there, including ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek, etc.
To find this prompt, click on the link. Customize it to your own needs.
I have a paid version of ChatGPT because I use it for other purposes, but you can get similar results using the free program.
Some of you may be wary about using AI programs, but they are actually quite handy for many reasons.
First, you must take a photo of yourself without makeup. A white background is best. Make sure natural light is coming from an open window in front of you.
Go to your AI Chat. Upload your photo and enter your prompt. In seconds, you will receive your result.
What is a clothing color analysis?
It is a scientific theory that associates people with different categories called “seasons” (Winter, Spring, Summer, Autumn). Each season comprises a specific palette of shades that best highlight individual characteristics.
My mother became a color consultant in the 70s at the “Fashion Academy” in Costa Mesa, California. Her friends Gerrie Pinckney and Marge Swenson developed the seasonal concept. A woman named Carole Jackson published the first “Color Me Beautiful” book in 1978.
As a color consultant, Mom laid fabrics on my chest to determine my “season”. At the time, I was designated a “winter” because I had very dark hair, fair olive skin, and hazel eyes.
She gave me a packet of fabric swatches that were my best colors. I could wear black, white, and most of the jewel tones, and up until recently, I followed that guidance.
My color analysis results from ChatGPT were surprising, but not really
ChatGPT tagged me as a “soft autumn,” which shook my world. When my mom was a color consultant, there were only four seasons. Now there are twelve. Soft, true, and deep were added to each season.
I’m now 72 and have been dying my hair for at least 15 years. It often fades to orange from the sun and is lighter than it used to be. The change of season makes sense, but it is taking a bit of getting used to.
I also found out from watching other videos that AI often chooses “soft autumn” for women over 50 who dye their hair.
Here is the difference in my color palettes.
I made a video about some of the choices ChatGPT came up with below.
In the video, I am seen with a maple blazer I purchased. I have since returned it because it just wasn’t me. However, I love how teal and especially peacock blue look on me. Denim is also flattering for a soft autumn, especially deep blue and indigo. Icy colors like sky blue or mint do me no favors.
Before I embarked on this experiment, I switched over from wearing black (near my face) to navy, which works with my color palette. I am now nixing optic white for cream and ivory because they’re softer and don’t wash me out.
These are some of the outfits I came up with
ChatGPT has become my friend, in a way
The advantage of having a paid version of ChatGPT is that I can ask it questions endlessly. It has given me advice on what to donate and what to keep in my wardrobe, and I can consult it before making a purchase.
I joked on my video about fearing that I will annoy it by asking too many questions. I feel the same way about GPS. If I decide not to go in the direction it suggests while driving, I think it will get mad at me. Of course, I know neither is human, but I can’t help myself.
I have also used ChatGPT to help me plan a trip to Paris. It came up with some interesting ideas for the itinerary, restaurants, and transportation options, but I have tweaked it quite a bit.
ChatGPT and its other iterations are fun to use. However, you must be careful because they do make mistakes. Always research the responses to be sure they are correct.
Have you ever tried using ChatGPT or other AI search tools? Did you use it to do a color analysis yet? Please leave a comment with your thoughts and results. We would love to hear from you.
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