Light Spring and Light Summer both share a light quality, which is why they are easy to confuse. The key difference is warm neutral vs cool neutral hue and medium vs soft to medium chroma. Light Spring looks best in light, warm and fresh colors, while Light Summer looks best in light, cool and airy colors.
Side by side
| Light Spring | Light Summer | |
|---|---|---|
| Strongest trait | Light | Light |
| Second trait | Warm | Cool |
| Hue | Warm neutral | Cool neutral |
| Value | Light | Light |
| Chroma | Medium | Soft to medium |
| Contrast | Low to medium | Low |
| Best metal | Light gold | Silver |
| Lipstick | Soft coral pink | Rose pink |
How to tell which one you are
- If blush peach and apricot cream make your skin look clearer than powder blue and periwinkle, lean Light Spring.
- If silver flatters you more than light gold, lean Light Summer.
- If the veins on your wrist look green, lean Light Spring. If they look blue or purple, lean Light Summer.
- Light Springs usually have low to medium contrast, while Light Summers usually have low contrast.
- Drape both palettes on your selfie with the color try-on and watch which side makes you look rested.
Compare Light Spring and Light Summer on your selfie
Still torn?
The quiz shows your season and your runner up, so you will see if these two are close for you.
FAQ
What is the difference between Light Spring and Light Summer?
Light Spring and Light Summer both share a light quality, which is why they are easy to confuse. The key difference is warm neutral vs cool neutral hue and medium vs soft to medium chroma. Light Spring looks best in light, warm and fresh colors, while Light Summer looks best in light, cool and airy colors.
Can you be between Light Spring and Light Summer?
Yes. Many people sit near the border. Colors that both palettes share, especially ones with a light quality, will work well for you.
How do I tell if I am Light Spring or Light Summer?
If blush peach and apricot cream make your skin look clearer than powder blue and periwinkle, lean Light Spring. If silver flatters you more than light gold, lean Light Summer. If the veins on your wrist look green, lean Light Spring. If they look blue or purple, lean Light Summer. Light Springs usually have low to medium contrast, while Light Summers usually have low contrast.