AUTUMN · WARM · MEDIUM · SOFT TO RICH
True Autumn color palette
True Autumn is defined by warmth, with rich, earthy colors. Golden or red undertones are common in hair and skin. Icy, blue-based and very bright cool colors tend to drain the face.
Also called warm autumn.
True Autumn palette
Best colors
- Rust#B7410E
- Mustard#D4A017
- Olive#708238
- Pumpkin#E07B39
- Warm teal#237A72
- Tomato red#C9452A
- Warm forest#4F6B2F
- Burnt orange#CC5500
- Golden brown#996515
- Brick#A0472F
- Deep turquoise#2C8C83
- Warm plum#6F3B46
Neutrals
- Chocolate#5C3A21
- Camel#C19A6B
- Cream#F3E5C0
- Khaki#A89B6C
- Coffee#6F4E37
- Olive brown#645A3A
Use with care
- Icy blue#D6ECF3
- Fuchsia#D61F7B
- Pure white#FFFFFF
- Cool gray#9EA4AD
Wear them away from your face, for example as trousers, shoes or a bag.
- Metals
- Yellow gold, copper and bronze.
- Hair color
- Auburn, copper, chestnut or golden brown.
- Makeup
- Brick or warm red lips, terracotta blush and bronze or olive eyes, if you wear makeup.
How to wear True Autumn
- Chocolate trousers, cream shirt and a rust knit
- Olive jacket over a mustard top
- Warm teal dress with copper jewelry
True Autumn or a neighbor?
Seasons next to each other share two of their three traits, so they are the easiest to mix up.
Not sure you're True Autumn?
Take the free color analysis: one photo and five questions. It runs in your browser and names a second season when the call is close.
Find my color season — freeTrue Autumn questions
Can True Autumn wear black?+
Black is on the use-with-care list for True Autumn. Try olive brown or chocolate near the face instead, and keep black for trousers, shoes or bags.
Is gold or silver better for True Autumn?+
Yellow gold, copper and bronze. Choose the finish that makes your skin look even rather than yellow or gray.
What are the best neutrals for True Autumn?+
Chocolate, Camel, Cream, Khaki, Coffee, Olive brown. Build basics in these and add color from the best list near your face.
What hair color suits True Autumn?+
Auburn, copper, chestnut or golden brown. Keep your natural depth in mind: big jumps lighter or darker change your contrast, which can move you toward a neighboring season.