SPRING · WARM-LEANING · LIGHT · CLEAR
Light Spring color palette
Light Spring is defined by lightness first, with a gentle warmth. Low overall contrast between hair, skin and eyes means delicate, clear colors look fresh, while black and very dark shades can overpower the face.
Light Spring palette
Best colors
- Peach#FFCBA4
- Light coral#F88379
- Warm pink#F7A9A8
- Buttercup#F6D86B
- Light aqua#8FD8D2
- Warm turquoise#5FC9BF
- Mint#A8DDB5
- Light apricot#FBC687
- Salmon#FA9E83
- Light golden green#C5D86D
- Periwinkle#9AA6E8
- Soft violet#B9A3E3
Neutrals
- Ivory#FFF6E5
- Cream#F5E6C8
- Light camel#D9B88F
- Warm light gray#CFC6BA
- Light warm taupe#BBA58A
- Light navy#4A6091
Use with care
- Black#111111
- Burgundy#6E1E2F
- Charcoal#333438
- Dark brown#4A2E1F
Wear them away from your face, for example as trousers, shoes or a bag.
- Metals
- Light yellow gold and rose gold.
- Hair color
- Honey blonde, strawberry blonde or light golden brown keep the overall look light and warm.
- Makeup
- Peach or coral lips, warm pink blush and soft bronze or champagne eyes, if you wear makeup.
How to wear Light Spring
- Ivory knit, light camel trousers and a light aqua scarf
- Light navy blazer with a peach shirt and cream chinos
- Mint dress with light camel sandals and gold jewelry
Light Spring or a neighbor?
Seasons next to each other share two of their three traits, so they are the easiest to mix up.
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Can Light Spring wear black?+
Black is on the use-with-care list for Light Spring. Try light navy or ivory near the face instead, and keep black for trousers, shoes or bags.
Is gold or silver better for Light Spring?+
Light yellow gold and rose gold. Choose the finish that makes your skin look even rather than yellow or gray.
What are the best neutrals for Light Spring?+
Ivory, Cream, Light camel, Warm light gray, Light warm taupe, Light navy. Build basics in these and add color from the best list near your face.
What hair color suits Light Spring?+
Honey blonde, strawberry blonde or light golden brown keep the overall look light and warm. Keep your natural depth in mind: big jumps lighter or darker change your contrast, which can move you toward a neighboring season.