True Autumn and Deep Autumn both share warmth, which is why they are easy to confuse. The key difference is very warm vs warm neutral hue, medium deep vs deep value and medium soft vs medium chroma. True Autumn looks best in warm, rich and earthy colors, while Deep Autumn looks best in deep, warm and rich colors.
Side by side
| True Autumn | Deep Autumn | |
|---|---|---|
| Strongest trait | Warm | Deep |
| Second trait | Soft | Warm |
| Hue | Very warm | Warm neutral |
| Value | Medium deep | Deep |
| Chroma | Medium soft | Medium |
| Contrast | Medium | Medium to high |
| Best metal | Antique gold and copper | Bronze and old gold |
| Lipstick | Brick red | Deep berry brown |
How to tell which one you are
- If rust and cinnamon make your skin look clearer than burgundy and saddle brown, lean True Autumn.
- If bronze flatters you more than antique gold, lean Deep Autumn.
- True Autumns usually have medium contrast, while Deep Autumns usually have medium to high contrast.
- If deeper colors suit you better, lean True Autumn.
- Drape both palettes on your selfie with the color try-on and watch which side makes you look rested.
Compare True Autumn and Deep Autumn 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 True Autumn and Deep Autumn?
True Autumn and Deep Autumn both share warmth, which is why they are easy to confuse. The key difference is very warm vs warm neutral hue, medium deep vs deep value and medium soft vs medium chroma. True Autumn looks best in warm, rich and earthy colors, while Deep Autumn looks best in deep, warm and rich colors.
Can you be between True Autumn and Deep Autumn?
Yes. Many people sit near the border. Colors that both palettes share, especially ones with warmth, will work well for you.
How do I tell if I am True Autumn or Deep Autumn?
If rust and cinnamon make your skin look clearer than burgundy and saddle brown, lean True Autumn. If bronze flatters you more than antique gold, lean Deep Autumn. True Autumns usually have medium contrast, while Deep Autumns usually have medium to high contrast. If deeper colors suit you better, lean True Autumn.