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Color Analysis in New York City

New York City has one of the densest color analysis markets in the United States, with sourced studios in Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn. The clearest published 2026 prices run from USD $190 for Korean personal color entry pricing to USD $950 for premium branding and body analysis packages. Standard one-person appointments with public pricing usually sit closer to USD $299 to $375. Korean personal color is strong in Midtown and NoMad, while 12-season, 16-23 season, House of Colour, and 12-tone services show up across SoHo, the Upper West Side, Long Island City, Downtown Brooklyn, and Brooklyn. The strategy in NYC is not just finding the closest studio. It is comparing the method, then using subway access to book the best fit.

Sourced 2026 · Updated June 2026
The New York City
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In short

9 personal color analysts in New York City charge USD $190 to $950 in 2026. Standard individual sessions run $299 to $375. Korean PCCS studios start near $190 to $285, while 12-season and 16-23 season drapings run $299 to $850. Sessions last 80 minutes to 3 hours.

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What to know before booking color analysis in NYC

Standard individual session Most published one-person appointments cluster around USD $299 to $375
Lower published entry point MYCOLORNY starts at USD $190+ for Korean personal color
Premium published range Seklab and House of Colour packages reach the upper end, up to USD $950
Methods available Korean PCCS, 12-season, 12-tone, 16-23 season, and House of Colour seasonal
Strongest clusters Midtown, NoMad, SoHo, Upper West Side, Long Island City, and Downtown Brooklyn

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Which color analysis methods are available in New York City?

Korean personal color, 12-season draping, House of Colour, 12-tone analysis, and 16-23 season analysis produce different outputs. NYC has enough options that the method should come before the borough.

Korean personal color is useful for clients who want makeup and beauty direction quickly. The 12-season and 16-23 season systems are stronger when your main goal is wardrobe precision across Western retail colors, suiting, coats, denim, and occasionwear.

Korean personal color

Seklab publishes Korean-trained analysis using PCCS and KS systems. MYCOLORNY also publishes Korean personal color services from its 5th Avenue studio.

12-season and 16-23 season

Lily's Color Lab and The Outfit Curator publish seasonal systems. Key Color Analysis uses the International Image Institute 16-23 palette seasonal flow system.

House of Colour and 12-tone

House of Colour Downtown Brooklyn and ELDI Color Analysis give Brooklyn clients higher-touch in-person options without crossing town to Midtown.

All 9 NYC color analysts compared

This table turns the sourced directory into a booking comparison. Start with the best-fit tags, then compare method, duration, price, and location before checking the live booking page.

Best fit Studio Area Method Duration Price
Comparison shoppersBeauty guidanceSpecific system

Clients comparing 12-tone draping against Korean or House of Colour options.

 ELDI Color Analysis Brooklyn / New York 12-tone A seasonal analysis system that divides the four main seasons into 12 palettes or tones. seasonal analysis, Chrysalis Colour A SciART-adjacent training and analyst network using calibrated drapes and 12-tone seasonal analysis. Not listed 1 USD $350
Style add-onSpecific system

Clients who want color and style analysis in a longer appointment.

 House of Colour Downtown Brooklyn Downtown Brooklyn House of Colour A franchise training system using four-season draping with sub-season and style analysis add-ons. seasonal analysis and style analysis 120-180 min 2 to 3 hours USD $585 to $645
Wants granular system

People who have been told conflicting seasons or want a more granular system.

 Key Color Analysis Long Island City 16-23 season system A more granular seasonal flow system that expands beyond 12 or 16 palette categories. 90-150 min 90 minutes to 2.5 hours USD $299 to $850
Beauty guidance

SoHo shoppers and clients who want 12-season draping with hair and makeup guidance.

 Lily's Color Lab SoHo 12-season A seasonal analysis system that divides the four main seasons into 12 palettes or tones. analysis 90-120 min 90 to 120 minutes USD $375
Comparison shoppersWants granular systemBeauty guidance

Clients comparing color analysis with hair color or makeup services.

 Mermaid Beauty Midtown / New York 16-season A seasonal analysis system that divides the four main seasons into 16 more specific palettes. analysis with hair and makeup services Not listed 1 No public price in directory data
First-timersBeauty guidanceBudget-sensitive

First-time clients who want Korean personal color at the lowest published NYC entry price.

 MYCOLORNY NoMad / 5th Avenue Korean personal color A Korean-style color analysis approach often focused on complexion, makeup shades, and beauty direction. , PCCS Practical Color Coordinate System, a Japanese color framework often used in Korean personal color analysis. 80 min About 80 minutes USD $190+
Group sessions

Clients looking for individual or group seasonal analysis.

 Renée Shapiro, My Color Analysis New York Seasonal color analysis Not listed 1 No public price in directory data
Beauty guidance

Clients who want Korean personal color with optional extended analysis packages.

 Seklab NYC Midtown Manhattan Korean personal color A Korean-style color analysis approach often focused on complexion, makeup shades, and beauty direction. , PCCS Practical Color Coordinate System, a Japanese color framework often used in Korean personal color analysis. , KS color system A Korean color standard often paired with PCCS in Korean personal color studios. 80-90 min 80 to 90 minutes USD $285 to $950
Beauty guidance

Clients who want color draping with hair and makeup review.

 The Outfit Curator Upper West Side 12 expanded seasonal palettes 90 min About 90 minutes USD $299

1 Exact session length was not published in the directory source. Confirm timing on the live booking page before paying.

What is the best-value color analysis in NYC?

The best value depends on the problem you are trying to solve. A lower-cost Korean personal color session can be enough for makeup and first-pass palette direction, while a higher-cost 16-23 season session can make sense when previous analyses disagreed.

Lowest visible entry price

MYCOLORNY is the lowest sourced NYC entry point at USD $190+.

Standard individual range

The middle of the market sits around USD $299 to $375 for one-person appointments.

Precision upgrade

Key Color Analysis costs more when the session expands, but it is the clearest 16-23 season option in the directory.

Break-even math

A USD $375 session pays for itself if it prevents two wrong purchases at about USD $190 each.

Where should I book a color analysis in New York City?

Midtown and NoMad

Midtown and NoMad are the strongest areas for Korean personal color. Seklab, MYCOLORNY, and Mermaid Beauty give this part of Manhattan several short-trip options.

Seklab NYC / MYCOLORNY / Mermaid Beauty

SoHo and Upper West Side

SoHo and the Upper West Side work well for clients who want a shopping-friendly appointment. Lily's Color Lab publishes a SoHo session, and The Outfit Curator lists an Upper West Side studio.

Lily's Color Lab / The Outfit Curator

Long Island City and Brooklyn

Long Island City and Brooklyn are real contenders, not backup locations. Key Color Analysis is in LIC, while House of Colour Downtown Brooklyn and ELDI serve Brooklyn clients.

Key Color Analysis / House of Colour Downtown Brooklyn / ELDI Color Analysis

When NYC color analysis is not the right booking

You only want a quick season label and do not plan to use the palette for shopping, makeup, or hair color decisions.

You need a same-week appointment and cannot use an online fallback. NYC studios often require advance booking.

You want Korean beauty guidance but are unsure how PCCS maps to your coloring. Ask the studio how it adapts the method before booking.

You are choosing only by distance. In NYC, the better method fit may be one subway line away.

Already analyzed?

Already had your colors done?

Use these next steps if you already know your season and want the result to work in real clothes, makeup, and shopping decisions.

Understand your season Compare the 12 seasons by undertone, depth, and chroma. What to do after your analysis Decide whether to keep your result, test it longer, or book a second opinion. Try the color checker Match one fabric, makeup, or clothing shade to a likely seasonal palette.

FAQFrequently asked

How much does color analysis cost in New York City?
Color analysis in New York City usually costs USD $190 to $950 in 2026. Standard individual appointments with published pricing often sit between USD $299 and $375, while premium House of Colour or branding packages cost more.
Is color analysis worth it in New York City?
Color analysis is worth it in New York City if you will use the palette for clothing, makeup, hair color, and shopping decisions. The city has enough methods and price points that method fit matters more than booking the first available appointment.
What is the difference between online and in-person color analysis in NYC?
In-person color analysis in NYC uses live draping, controlled lighting, and direct comparison. Online analysis is usually cheaper and easier to schedule, but it depends more on photo quality and cannot test fabric against your face in the room.
Which color analysis method is most popular in New York City?
Korean personal color and seasonal draping are the most visible methods in New York City search results. The market also includes 16-23 season analysis, House of Colour, 12-tone analysis, and expanded 12-season systems.
How do I choose a color analyst in NYC?
Choose a New York City color analyst by comparing method, session length, deliverables, and travel time. A Korean personal color appointment, a 16-23 season session, and a House of Colour appointment are not interchangeable.
How long does a color analysis appointment take in New York City?
A New York City color analysis appointment usually takes 80 minutes to 3 hours. Published examples include 80-minute Korean personal color sessions, 90-minute 16-23 season sessions, and 2 to 3-hour House of Colour appointments.
Can I book Korean color analysis in NYC?
Yes, Korean color analysis is available in NYC. Seklab and MYCOLORNY both publish Korean personal color services, with Midtown and NoMad making this method easy to reach from most subway lines.
Should I book in Manhattan, Queens, or Brooklyn?
Book by method first and borough second. Long Island City can be faster than another Manhattan neighborhood from parts of Midtown, and Downtown Brooklyn is practical for clients near Lower Manhattan or western Brooklyn.
Is Long Island City practical for Manhattan color analysis clients?
Yes, Long Island City is practical for many Manhattan clients. Key Color Analysis is useful to compare if you want 16-23 season analysis, especially from Midtown or the East Side.
Can I book color analysis in NYC with a friend?
Yes, some NYC color analysts publish group or pair formats. Check each live booking page before assuming the per-person price, because solo, pair, and group sessions can have different deliverables.

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