Palette Comparison

Deep AutumnversusLight Spring

Compare undertones, contrast levels, and styling strategies to discover which palette brings out your natural beauty

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Deep Autumn
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Light Spring

Deep Autumn

Autumn

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.

Warm & Deep UndertonesHigh ContrastIntense & Sophisticated
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Light Spring

Spring

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.

Warm & Light UndertonesLow to Medium ContrastFresh & Youthful
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Deep Autumn vs Light Spring Color Palettes

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Deep Autumn colors in clothing and fabric

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 colors in clothing and fabric

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.

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.

Deep Autumn

High Contrast

There's strong contrast between your features. You have the coloring to carry deep, rich combinations and sophisticated looks.

Light Spring

Low to Medium Contrast

There's gentle contrast between your features. Your hair, skin, and eyes are all light, creating a delicate, youthful appearance.

Deep Autumn

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

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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Celebrity Inspiration

Famous faces for each palette

Deep Autumn

Angelina JolieKeira KnightleyEva MendesCatherine Zeta-JonesNatalie PortmanRachel Weisz

Light Spring

Blake LivelyEmma StoneCameron DiazScarlett JohanssonAmy AdamsIsla Fisher

Frequently Asked Questions

Deep Autumn vs Light Spring, answered

What is the difference between the Deep Autumn and Light Spring palettes?

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?

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?

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

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?

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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