The first time I colored, I was approached in a mall by one of those people who conducts surveys. She asked if I would be willing to try out a new hair color and report back on it. I did it!
I have never been much of a make-up wearer, but I find that I concentrate more now on my lips. I love LipSense lip color because it stays on for hours.
As for colors of clothing, I still wear a lot of black but find that jewel tones look good with my silver. When I wear coral, I get a lot of compliments.