Winter Color Palette: Find Your Best Colors

Winter is the cool, high-contrast season: cool or cool-neutral undertones with clear, intense coloring. Deep Winter is the richest, Cool Winter is the most classically cool, and Bright Winter is the most electric. All three flatter silver over gold, and warm earth tones dull them.

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The Winter subtypes

How to wear Winter colors

  • Start with the subtype that sounds most like you, then test a few of its colors against your face in daylight.
  • Silver and white gold jewelry; avoid warm, earthy oranges, mustards and camels near your face.
  • Not sure? Upload a selfie and let the AI place you before you shop.

Winter palette FAQ

What is the Winter color palette?

Winter is the cool, high-contrast season: cool or cool-neutral undertones with clear, intense coloring. Deep Winter is the richest, Cool Winter is the most classically cool, and Bright Winter is the most electric. All three flatter silver over gold, and warm earth tones dull them.

What colors should Winters avoid?

Warm, earthy colors like burnt orange, mustard, camel and tomato red can make cool-season skin look yellow or tired. Icy, cool or muted shades work better.

Is Winter warm or cool?

Winter is cool or cool-neutral. Silver and white gold usually flatter you more than gold.

How do I know my Winter subtype?

Compare how different colors look against your face, or upload a selfie to our free AI color analysis: it reads your skin, hair and eyes and gives your season and subtype in about 30 seconds.

Can I check my season with a photo?

Yes. Upload a selfie to our free AI color analysis and you get your season, undertone and best colors in about 30 seconds, no sign-up needed.