Color Palette Comparison
Light Summer vs True Summer
The Key Difference
Both are Summer seasons with cool undertones, but Light Summer works with light colors while True Summer suits medium colors. The key distinction lies in depth and intensity.
At a Glance
Light Summer
Light Summer is the softest and most delicate of the cool seasons. With cool undertones and light, muted coloring, Light Summers have an ethereal quality that suits soft, dusty pastels.
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
Light Summer
Powder Pink
Misty Blue
Seafoam
Lilac
Soft Lavender
Powder Blue
Rose Quartz
Mint
True Summer
Dusty Rose
Slate Blue
Mauve
Sage
Smoky Blue
Dusty Lavender
Rosewood
Moss Green
Understanding the Characteristics
Light Summer
Cool Undertones
There's a subtle rose or blue quality to your coloring—a coolness that makes warm, golden tones feel discordant against your skin.
Ethereal Lightness
Your coloring has a soft-focus, almost dreamlike quality. Heavy or saturated colors overwhelm this delicate balance.
Gentle Contrast
Your features blend harmoniously rather than contrasting sharply. Your palette should echo this softness—no harsh lines or bold statements.
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
Light Summer
Best For
Cool undertones
Light blue, gray, or soft green eyes
Ash blonde or light brown hair
Fair, pink-toned skin
Avoid
Black
Bright orange
Warm camel
High contrast colors
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
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