Color Palette Comparison
Deep Autumn vs True Summer
The Key Difference
The fundamental difference is temperature: Deep Autumn is warm-toned while True Summer is cool-toned. This affects which undertones in clothing will harmonize with your skin.
At a Glance
Deep Autumn
Deep Autumn sits between Autumn and Winter, combining warmth with depth. Deep Autumns have high contrast with rich, warm coloring that suits deep, saturated earth tones.
True Summer
True Summer is the classic cool, muted season. True Summers have medium contrast with distinctly cool undertones, looking best in soft, grayed colors that don't overpower their delicate coloring.
The Palettes
Deep Autumn
Deep Mahogany
Deep Olive
Burnt Umber
Deep Rust
Forest Green
Maroon
Walnut
Dark Amber
True Summer
Dusty Rose
Slate Blue
Mauve
Sage
Smoky Blue
Dusty Lavender
Rosewood
Moss Green
Understanding the Characteristics
Deep Autumn
Warm with Depth
You carry Autumn's warmth but with added intensity. Where other Autumns stay in the mid-tones, you can go darker—deep olive, rich mahogany, dark amber.
High Contrast
The difference between your features is striking. This drama means you can wear bold, deep colors that would overwhelm lighter seasons.
Jewel-Toned Richness
Think of your palette as Autumn after sunset—the same warm hues but deeper, more mysterious. You share territory with Deep Winter but stay on the warm side.
True Summer
Purely Cool
Your undertones are distinctly blue-based or rose-toned. Warm colors create visual discord, while cool tones bring instant harmony to your complexion.
Softly Muted
Bright, saturated colors compete with rather than complement your coloring. Your best shades have a gentle, grayed quality—think watercolor rather than acrylic.
Medium Depth
You sit comfortably in the middle range—neither the lightest nor the deepest. This gives you versatility within your muted, cool palette.
Who Wears It Best
Deep Autumn
Best For
Warm undertones with depth
Dark brown or warm black eyes
Dark brown or black hair with warm highlights
Deep golden or olive skin
Avoid
Icy pastels
Pure white
Cool blue
Cool fuchsia
True Summer
Best For
Cool undertones
Soft eye colors (gray, blue-gray, soft green)
Ash brown or mousy hair
Skin with pink or rose undertones
Avoid
Bright warm colors
Black
Orange
Warm mustard
In the Spotlight
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