Deep Winter vs Bright Winter

Discover the key differences between these two cool winter subseasons and find which one perfectly complements your natural coloring.

Winter season moodboard

Quick Comparison Overview

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Deep Winter

Deep Winter individuals have deep, rich hues that create a bold and intense appearance. The Deep Winter palette features deep, rich shades that comple...

Rich & Deep

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Bright Winter

True Winter individuals possess intense and vibrant coloring. Their palette includes bright and clear hues that complement their dynamic and vivid fea...

Clear & Bright

Key Differences

Color Depth

Deep Winter:

Rich, deep colors with strong saturation and intensity

Bright Winter:

Clear, bright colors with high contrast and clarity

Undertone

Deep Winter:

Cool undertones with deep, rich characteristics

Bright Winter:

Cool undertones with bright, clear characteristics

Best For

Deep Winter:

Deep, rich coloring with high contrast

Bright Winter:

Clear, bright coloring with striking contrast

Avoid

Deep Winter:

Light, pastel colors

Bright Winter:

Muted, soft colors

Deep Winter Color Palette

Rich, deep colors with strong saturation and intensity for cool undertones

Primary Colors

Deep Navy

#000080

Deep Ruby

#9B111E

Deep Emerald

#005F5F

Deep Teal

#004B49

Dark Oxblood

#4A0E0E

Aubergine

#580F41

Deep Sapphire

#082567

Deep Charcoal

#2B2B2B

Deep Magenta

#8B008B

Wine

#722F37

Deep Slate

#2F4F4F

Midnight Green

#004953

Neutral Colors

Black

#000000

Deep Charcoal

#2B2B2B

Espresso

#3C2A21

Pewter Grey

#899499

Complementary Colors

Deep Teal

#004B49

Deep Ruby

#9B111E

Aubergine

#580F41

Deep Sapphire

#082567

Characteristics & Styling

Deep Winter

Characteristics:

deep
rich
dramatic
mysterious

Sample Clothing:

Deep purple evening gowns, navy suits, emerald green accessories

Bright Winter

Characteristics:

high-contrast
clear
dramatic
cool
vivid

Sample Clothing:

Crisp white shirts, black trousers, bold red accessories, jewel-toned evening wear

Outfit Inspiration

See how these color palettes translate into real outfit combinations

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How to Tell the Difference at Home

The Black Test

Wear pure black near your face and notice the effect:

  • Deep Winter: Black feels natural and grounding
  • Bright Winter: Black is strong but icy white may be even better

The Saturation Test

Compare a deep burgundy vs a bright fuchsia:

  • Deep Winter: The deep burgundy enhances your features
  • Bright Winter: The bright fuchsia makes you glow

Still unsure? These tests can be tricky in artificial lighting or with makeup on. A photo analysis removes the guesswork.

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