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Which of the 4 color types are you?

Colors are chosen based on personal taste or style, but they also complement your natural complexion. There are 4 color types, each defined by characteristics influenced by the undertone of your skin, hair color, and eye color.

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Which of the 4 color types are you: spring, summer, fall, or winter?

There are four basic color types. But which one are you? Are you one of the cool types, or do you have a warm skin tone? Is your undertone yellow or pink? A color analysis can help determine your type, but we’re happy to guide you on your way.

Discover your color type, the shades that suit you best, and the colors that accentuate your natural glow. With the right colors, we guarantee you’ll shine in every outfit!

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Which of the 4 color types are you: spring type

Characteristics:

  • Hair color: often light hair shades with a warm undertone and/or golden hue, such as golden blonde and shades of red

  • Eye color: light eye colors in warm tones, such as green and hazel

  • Undertone of the skin: warm skin tone with a yellow undertone

  • Other characteristics: the skin may show light freckles, tans little to very slowly, and burns easily

The color palette for the spring type features bright, light colors with a warm undertone. Think of shades like light yellow, sandy tones, orange hues, apricot, greens like olive and sea green, and reds like orange-red and coral. Gold jewelry complements the spring type best.

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Which of the 4 color types are you: summer type

Characteristics:

  • Hair color: light hair shades with a cool, ashy undertone, such as ash blonde or light brown

  • Eye color: light colors in cooler tones, such as blue or grey eyes

  • Undertone of the skin: cool skin tone with a pink undertone

  • Other characteristics: skin tans moderately to quickly, achieving a beautiful complexion

Muted yet light shades with a cool undertone define the summer type’s color palette. Think pastel tones like mint green and pink, greyed-out light to medium purples, greys like light grey and darker anthracite, neutrals like off-white, blue shades (including greyed blues), and brown tones like taupe. Silver jewelry suits the summer type best.

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The summer type

Do you want to wear a color that's not in your color palette? Avoid wearing it near your face and incorporate it elsewhere in your outfit. For example, choose a T-shirt in that color and pair it with a scarf in one of the shades from your color palette.

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Which of the 4 color types are you: fall type

Characteristics:

  • Hair color: dark hair shades with a warm undertone, such as golden brown, chocolate brown, or chestnut brown

  • Eye color: dark colors in warm tones, such as green and brown eyes

  • Undertone of the skin: warm skin tone with a yellow undertone

  • Other characteristics: the skin may show darker freckles and tans fairly quickly

The color palette for the fall type consists of dark, rich colors and blended warm hues like rust brown. Other shades include reds such as brick red and terracotta, warm oranges, deep greens like dark olive, moss, and army green, browns with a red undertone, deep navy blue, deep dark purple, and yellows like ochre. Gold jewelry complements the autumn type best.

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The fall type

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Which of the 4 color types are you: winter type

Characteristics:

  • Hair color: dark hair shades with a cool undertone, such as dark brown or black

  • Eye color: dark colors in cooler tones, such as grey and brown shades

  • Undertone of the skin: cool skin tone with a pink undertone

  • Other characteristics: skin tans moderately to quickly, resulting in a beautiful complexion

Dark shades with cool tones and bright accents define the winter type's color palette. Think of hues like dark grey, deep green, and blue base tones with a cool undertone, complemented by vibrant colors like yellow, dark pink, and muted purples such as lilac. Aubergine, icy light blue, as well as classic black and white, dominate the winter type's palette. Silver jewelry suits the winter type best.

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The winter type

Want to know how our stylists combine colors within an outfit? Check out our shop the looks section to discover the latest items and a variety of color combinations. And remember! You can wear any color - there’s no wrong choice - but stick to colors from your palette near your face for a radiant look.

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Joyce

Joyce knows everything about different body types. She excels at providing smart styling tips and tricks to highlight your best features. Additionally, she is the go-to person for occasion outfits with that little extra something.