A client walks into a room and a decision is made about her before a word is spoken. Colour makes most of that decision. Learn to read a person's natural colouring with precision, place her within sixteen working palettes, and build recommendations she can act on the same afternoon.
"Colour is the first thing people see. Learn to read it, and you change how the world sees your client."
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Where most training stops at warm or cool, you learn to place a client exactly, and to explain that placement in language she understands and trusts.
Warm, clear and light. Springs have golden undertones, bright eyes and a natural luminosity. The palette is fresh, warm and saturated — think coral, peach, golden yellow and clear green.
Cool, soft and muted. Summers have pink or blue undertones, soft eyes and a gentle contrast. The palette is cool, powdery and desaturated — think dusty rose, powder blue and soft lavender.
Warm, rich and muted. Autumns have golden undertones with deeper contrast. The palette is earthy, spicy and textured — think rust, olive, mustard and deep terracotta.
Cool, clear and high contrast. Winters have blue or pink undertones with strong contrast between hair, skin and eyes. The palette is cool, bold and jewel-toned — think sapphire, emerald, true red and pure black.
Colour is not guesswork. It is method. In this programme, you learn to identify a client's natural undertone, contrast and clarity — the three dials that reveal where she belongs in the sixteen-palette system.
You will practise reading colour on real models, with faculty guidance, until placement becomes second nature.
Each season carries four working palettes, reached through six flows. Sixteen outcomes in total — which is what lets you separate two clients who would both be called "warm" anywhere else.
Bright, airy, low-contrast combinations.
Golden, honeyed, sun-kissed undertones.
Blue, pink, silvery and icy finishes.
Rich, saturated, dramatic contrast.
Muted, blended, low-saturation tones.
Jewel-bright, pure and vivid hues.
Every module in this programme combines colour theory with real-world practice. You will not just learn about the four seasons — you will drape them on real models and defend your placement in front of faculty.
By the end of the in-person day, you will have run a full colour consultation from first greeting to final recommendation.
The curriculum begins with why colour behaves the way it does, and ends with how to charge for knowing it.
Colour theory, psychology, illusions and meaning. How the eye perceives colour, how light changes it, and how to explain the science to a client without overwhelming her.
The complete ISIM method. Learn to place any client accurately within the sixteen working palettes, using six flows to refine the placement.
Run a full colour consultation both virtually and in person. Tools, setup, draping technique and the business script that turns analysis into a paid service.
Full recommendations for a mock client. Selecting foundation, lipstick and blush correctly. Coordinating wardrobe, accessories, metallics and hair colour to the palette.
What to charge and how to structure your packages. Running a paid consultation from enquiry to delivery. Client scripts, consultation flow and closing.
Monthly assignment reviews, live project feedback, and a business session on pricing and finding clients. One-to-one with the Founder on the practical day.
Certification is the beginning, not the end. For six months after your classes end, you receive structured mentorship: monthly assignment reviews, live project feedback, and a private business session on pricing, packaging and finding your first clients.
You also become part of the ISIM alumni community — a network of practising colour consultants across India and beyond.
Everything you need to run a professional colour consultation — four seasonal flow frames, four metallic match frames, pocket colour wheel, and the complete sixteen-palette reference wheel.
Harmony frames for each of the four seasons.
Single-colour metallic comparison frames.
Portable reference for on-site consultations.
Checklist, consultation script and process guide.
Complete study material for the programme.
The complete sixteen-palette reference wheel.
A look inside the ISIM experience — live sessions, practicals, mentoring and transformation in progress.






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On successful completion, you receive dual recognition from ISIM and the global AICI body — your professional proof of colour consulting mastery.
Indian School of Image Management
Association of Image Consultants International
Please note: AICI CIC (Certified Image Consultant) is a separate professional credential awarded independently by AICI. It is not part of the ISIM certification. Graduates who wish to apply receive free guidance and mentorship from ISIM and Sonia as part of alumni support.
Once certified, you can apply colour consulting as a standalone practice or integrate it into your existing work. Below are the colour-specific roles this certification prepares you for.
Colour is the language. You decide which room to speak it in.
Real stories from consultants who transformed their careers with ISIM.
Joining ISIM was a fantastic decision. With the assignments, I knew what I was learning was the real deal. The face-to-face practicals with Sonia were my favourite.
The faculty gave personalised attention and guidance. The curriculum was comprehensive, with hands-on exercises and real-world projects.
A transformative learning experience. I loved the way Sonia Ma'am took us through this journey, and I'm grateful to all the ISIM faculty.
My journey with ISIM has been transformational, both personally and professionally. What started as a certification became a journey of self-discovery.
A well-structured course with a strong focus on practical learning and personal development. The training builds real confidence.
ISIM is the one and only institute in India successfully imparting image consulting education of international standards.

Sonia Dubey Dewan is an image consultant, entrepreneur, international keynote speaker and the author of Talent Is Not a Business Plan. With over 15 years in image education and soft skills, she has coached business leaders, entrepreneurs, politicians and celebrities.
She teaches every one of your in-person days personally, and has personally recorded all 41 pre-recorded lessons in the programme.
This programme is designed for people who want to build a career helping others transform.
Start your own practice with internationally aligned training.
Deliver colour, etiquette and executive presence training in organisations.
Step into a respected new profession with real earning potential.
Add colour, body analysis and wardrobe expertise to your services.
Build a flexible, meaningful career on your own terms.
Strengthen your own image and personal brand — and help clients do the same.
From enquiry to enrolling — the process is personal, guided and fast.
Call, WhatsApp or email us. We'll share the complete brochure and next cohort dates.
Speak with our admissions team on phone or Zoom — get your questions answered personally.
Complete your application. Admissions team confirms your batch and cohort.
Pay the ₹10,000 enrolment fee — adjusted against your total fee. Only 12 students per cohort.
Who can apply: Graduates, or those currently pursuing graduation. There is no age limit. Classes are taught in English, so you should be comfortable learning in English.
Everything you need to know before you take the next step.
Colour consulting is one of the fastest-growing specialisations in the personal image industry. Demand for qualified colour consultants is rising across fashion, corporate, bridal, retail and personal branding sectors. It offers a flexible, creative, high-income career that can be practised independently or alongside your existing profession.
A Colour Consultant is a trained professional who analyses a client's natural colouring — skin undertone, hair and eye colour — and identifies the palette of colours that makes them look their absolute best. They recommend colours for wardrobe, makeup, hair, accessories and metallics, and often extend their services to personal shopping and styling.
Colour is the first thing people notice about you. Wearing the right colours can make skin look clearer, eyes brighter and features more defined — while the wrong colours can make you look tired or washed out. Colour analysis gives clients a clear, scientific framework for looking and feeling their best every day.
No. Colour analysis is the entry point, but a certified consultant also advises on makeup shades, hair colour, wardrobe building, personal shopping, accessory selection and image strategy. In this programme, you will also learn how to package and price these services.
Aspiring colour consultants, image consultants, personal stylists, fashion professionals, makeup artists, HR and corporate trainers, bridal consultants, personal shoppers, influencers and entrepreneurs. Anyone who works with people and wants to add a professional, high-value service to their offering.
No. The programme is designed for absolute beginners as well as practising consultants. If you can see colour, you can learn this method. No prior fashion, styling or design experience is required.
You will learn colour theory, undertone analysis, the four seasons framework, the six flows, all sixteen working palettes, virtual and in-person colour analysis, drape technique, makeup and hair colour recommendations, wardrobe coordination, and how to run a paid consultation from enquiry to delivery.
Yes. The programme includes 12 hours of live online classes plus one full day of in-person practical training, where you will practise draping on real models and receive one-to-one feedback from the Founder. You will also complete a live client project before you graduate.
Yes. The programme includes business scripts, a consultation framework, pricing guidance, packaging strategy and a business mentorship session. Many of our graduates run successful independent practices or integrate colour consulting into their existing styling or image businesses.
Yes. On successful completion, you will receive a dual certification — the ISIM Certified Colour Consultant Certificate and an AICI Certificate of Continuing Education (1.2 CEUs). This gives you recognition from both the Indian School of Image Management and the global AICI body.
The programme runs for 12 hours of live online classes plus one full day of in-person practical training. You also receive six months of mentorship and assignment reviews after the classes end, so you can apply and refine the method on real clients.
The programme is hybrid. The core classroom sessions are conducted live online, and the practical day is held in person in Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore or Chennai. You choose the city that works best for you when you enrol.
Yes. You receive a complete workbook, an eBook, and the full ISIM Colour Foundation Kit included in your fee. All sessions are recorded, so you can revisit any class at your convenience. Assignments and templates are also shared with all participants.
Your ISIM Colour Foundation Kit includes four seasonal flow harmony frames, four single-colour metallic match frames, a pocket colour wheel, colour analysis process, checklist and script, a workbook and eBook, and the complete sixteen seasonal flow colour wheel.
Yes. Virtual colour analysis is a core module. You will learn the specific technique, lighting setup and client communication needed to run a professional consultation over video call — a skill that is increasingly in demand for international and remote clients.
You learn the reasoning behind the placement, not just the colour chart. This lets you handle clients who don't fit neatly into standard categories. The programme is taught by India's first AICI Certified Image Master, and includes dual certification, a complete professional kit, six months of mentorship and business training.
The programme fee is ₹48,000, inclusive of all taxes. This includes 12 hours of live online classes, one full day of in-person practical training, the complete ISIM Colour Foundation Kit, dual certification and six months of mentorship. An enrolment fee of ₹10,000 secures your seat and is adjusted against the total.
Yes. Every graduate receives six months of mentorship after the course ends. This includes monthly assignment reviews, live client project feedback, and a business mentorship session on pricing, packaging and finding clients. You also become part of the ISIM alumni community.
Absolutely. Colour analysis is one of the most requested specialisations within image consulting. This programme sits beautifully alongside an existing image consulting or styling practice — you can offer colour analysis as a standalone service or bundle it with wardrobe, styling and personal branding work.
AICI (Association of Image Consultants International) is the global governing body for the image consulting profession, founded in 1990. AICI CEU approval ensures the programme meets internationally aligned learning standards and gives you globally recognised Continuing Education Units — valuable for clients and employers worldwide.
Gain internationally aligned training, hands-on practical experience, business expertise and the confidence to build a successful career in Colour Consulting. New cohorts start every month — only 12 seats.
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