Soft Autumn and Soft Summer both share a soft quality, which is why they are easy to confuse. The key difference is warm neutral vs cool neutral hue. Soft Autumn looks best in soft, warm and muted colors, while Soft Summer looks best in soft, cool and muted colors.
Side by side
| Soft Autumn | Soft Summer | |
|---|---|---|
| Strongest trait | Soft | Soft |
| Second trait | Warm | Cool |
| Hue | Warm neutral | Cool neutral |
| Value | Medium | Medium |
| Chroma | Muted | Muted |
| Contrast | Low | Low |
| Best metal | Brushed gold and bronze | Pewter and brushed silver |
| Lipstick | Warm nude | Dusty rose |
How to tell which one you are
- If camel and clay make your skin look clearer than dusty blue and mauve, lean Soft Autumn.
- If pewter flatters you more than brushed gold, lean Soft Summer.
- If the veins on your wrist look green, lean Soft Autumn. If they look blue or purple, lean Soft Summer.
- Drape both palettes on your selfie with the color try-on and watch which side makes you look rested.
Compare Soft Autumn and Soft 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 Soft Autumn and Soft Summer?
Soft Autumn and Soft Summer both share a soft quality, which is why they are easy to confuse. The key difference is warm neutral vs cool neutral hue. Soft Autumn looks best in soft, warm and muted colors, while Soft Summer looks best in soft, cool and muted colors.
Can you be between Soft Autumn and Soft Summer?
Yes. Many people sit near the border. Colors that both palettes share, especially ones with a soft quality, will work well for you.
How do I tell if I am Soft Autumn or Soft Summer?
If camel and clay make your skin look clearer than dusty blue and mauve, lean Soft Autumn. If pewter flatters you more than brushed gold, lean Soft Summer. If the veins on your wrist look green, lean Soft Autumn. If they look blue or purple, lean Soft Summer.