Knowing your colour season can be a game-changer when it comes to selecting outfits. Wearing colours that complement your skin tone, hair, and eyes not only enhances your natural features but also makes your wardrobe more versatile and cohesive. Remember, it's not about the latest trends; it's about what suits you best.
Colour seasons are divided into four categories: Winter, Spring, Summer, and Autumn. Each season has a distinct palette that complements specific skin tones, hair colours, and eye colours.
Winter: Bold and cool colours like black, white, red, and navy blue.
Spring: Light and warm colours such as peach, turquoise, coral, and golden yellow.
Summer: Soft and cool hues including lavender, powder blue, rose, and silver.
Autumn: Rich and warm shades like olive green, mustard yellow, dark brown, and rust.
By understanding your colour season, you can make wardrobe choices that highlight your natural features and create a polished, confident look.
There are two primary factors to consider when identifying your colour season: the undertone of your skin and the contrast between your skin tone and hair and eye colour.
Skin Undertone: Look at the veins on your wrist under natural light. If they appear blue or purple, you have a cool undertone (Winter or Summer). If they appear green or olive, you have a warm undertone (Spring or Autumn).
Contrast: Assess the contrast between your skin tone and your hair/eye colour. High contrast indicates Winter; low contrast hints at Summer. For warm undertones with high contrast go for Spring; low contrast suggests Autumn.
Understanding these factors makes it easier to select flattering colours that brighten your complexion and make your eyes pop.
Once you've identified your colour season, dressing becomes a fun and intentional way to express your style:
Winter: You shine in high contrast outfits with bold colours. Try a black blazer with a bright red scarf, or a navy dress with crisp white accessories.
Spring: Opt for light-coloured garments that exude warmth. Peach blouses paired with golden yellow skirts will highlight your natural glow.
Summer: Choose outfits that reflect softness and coolness. A lavender dress with silver jewellery complements your complexion beautifully.
Autumn: Go for earthy tones with rich textures. An olive green sweater paired with a rust-coloured scarf will bring warmth and harmony to your look.
Stylist Tip: Stick to your palette for confidence-boosting outfits that look cohesive and intentional.
Shopping for clothes becomes easier when you know what colours to look for:
Bring Swatches: Carry colour swatches in your purse during shopping trips as a reference guide for choosing pieces in your colour season.
Avoid Impulse Buys: Resist buying items just because they're trendy if they don't fit within your colour palette.
Invest in Essentials: Prioritize key wardrobe pieces like blazers, dresses or blouses in your most flattering colours.
By focusing on your personal palette, you’ll build a wardrobe that feels cohesive, effortless, and authentic.
Knowing your colour season isn’t restrictive—it’s empowering. It helps you:
Feel confident in your clothing choices
Highlight your natural beauty effortlessly
Make smarter shopping decisions
Build a versatile, stylish wardrobe that lasts
Your unique features deserve to be celebrated in every outfit, every season.
Understanding your best colours can transform your wardrobe and how you feel every day. Book a professional colour analysis today and let’s find the colours that make you naturally, effortlessly, and confidently complement your unique look.