Deep AutumnversusLight Spring
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Deep Autumn
AutumnDeep Autumn combines the warmth of Autumn with the depth of Winter. If you're a Deep Autumn, you have warm undertones but can handle very deep, saturated colors. Your palette is rich, intense, and sophisticated.
Light Spring
SpringThe Light Spring palette is fresh, delicate, and warm. If you're a Light Spring, you have a youthful, bright appearance with warm undertones and light coloring. Your best colors are clean, clear, and gentle - like the first blooms of spring.
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Deep Autumn vs Light Spring Color Palettes
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Deep Autumn
Deep Burgundy
A rich, dark red
Hunter Green
A deep, warm green
Chocolate Brown
A rich, dark brown
Burnt Sienna
A deep, warm orange-brown
Deep Gold
A rich, intense gold
Eggplant
A deep, warm purple
Light Spring
Peach Blossom
A warm, gentle peach
Light Coral
A fresh, warm coral
Warm Ivory
A creamy, warm white
Spring Green
A bright, fresh green
Sky Blue
A clear, warm blue
Golden Yellow
A bright, warm yellow
Key Characteristics
What defines each palette
Deep Autumn
Warm & Deep Undertones
Deep Autumns have warm undertones but can handle very deep, intense colors. You need richness and depth in your palette to match your strong coloring.
High Contrast
There's strong contrast between your features. You have the coloring to carry deep, rich combinations and sophisticated looks.
Intense & Sophisticated
You shine in colors that are deep and saturated. Light or muted colors will drain your vitality, while deep, warm colors enhance your natural intensity.
Light Spring
Warm & Light Undertones
Light Springs have warm, golden undertones with very light coloring. Your skin has a peachy or golden glow that needs warm colors to enhance it.
Low to Medium Contrast
There's gentle contrast between your features. Your hair, skin, and eyes are all light, creating a delicate, youthful appearance.
Fresh & Youthful
You shine in colors that are fresh and clean. Heavy, dark, or muted colors can overwhelm your delicate coloring and make you appear tired.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Deep Autumn vs Light Spring, answered
What is the difference between the Deep Autumn and Light Spring palettes?
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The Deep Autumn palette sits in the Autumn family: Deep Autumn combines the warmth of Autumn with the depth of Winter. If you're a Deep Autumn, you have warm undertones but can handle very deep, saturated colors. Your palette is rich, intense, and sophisticated. The Light Spring palette belongs to the Spring family: The Light Spring palette is fresh, delicate, and warm. If you're a Light Spring, you have a youthful, bright appearance with warm undertones and light coloring. Your best colors are clean, clear, and gentle - like the first blooms of spring. The clearest way to tell them apart is to compare their signature shades side by side and notice which set feels more harmonious against your skin, hair, and eyes.
Are Deep Autumn and Light Spring the same season?
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No. Deep Autumn is a Autumn palette while Light Spring is a Spring palette. Because they come from different seasonal families, they differ in undertone, contrast, and the colours that bring out your natural features.
Which key colors define the Deep Autumn palette versus the Light Spring palette?
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Deep Autumn leans on shades such as Deep Burgundy, Hunter Green and Chocolate Brown, while Light Spring is anchored by tones like Peach Blossom, Light Coral and Warm Ivory. Holding these signature colours next to your face is the simplest way to feel which palette harmonises with your colouring.
Am I Deep Autumn or Light Spring? How to tell the difference
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Seasonal colour analysis matches a palette to your natural undertone, contrast level, and the depth of your skin, hair, and eyes. Deep Autumn is characterised by warm & deep undertones, whereas Light Spring is characterised by warm & light undertones. Drape the key colours of each palette in natural light and choose the set that makes your skin look clearer and more even.
Who are some celebrity examples of the Deep Autumn and Light Spring palettes?
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Faces often associated with the Deep Autumn palette include Angelina Jolie, Keira Knightley and Eva Mendes. Examples linked to the Light Spring palette include Blake Lively, Emma Stone and Cameron Diaz. These examples are illustrative — your own colouring is the most reliable guide.
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