The four main seasons
Spring palettes tend to feel warm and clear, Summer palettes are usually cool and soft, Autumn palettes lean warm and earthy, and Winter palettes are often cool, deep, or crisp.
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Seasonal color analysis guide
Seasonal color analysis organizes color harmony into broad families such as Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter. Each family combines undertone, contrast, depth, and saturation in a way that makes styling decisions easier.
Why subtypes matter
Most people do not fit a single broad season perfectly. Subtypes such as Soft Autumn, Cool Summer, or Clear Winter describe the stronger visual signal in your coloring.
- Warm vs. cool undertone
- Light vs. deep depth
- Soft vs. clear saturation
- Low vs. high contrast
Using your seasonal palette
The most useful place to apply your palette is near the face: tops, scarves, jackets, glasses, jewelry, and makeup. Bottoms and shoes can be more flexible.
FAQ
Common questions
Can my season change?
Your natural coloring is fairly stable, but hair color, tanning, lighting, and personal style can change which colors feel best in practice.
Should I only wear my season?
No. Your palette is a guide, not a rulebook. It helps you find reliable colors, but contrast, fabric, makeup, and styling can make many colors workable.