Soft Summer Color Palette
Soft Summer is cool-leaning, muted, and low-contrast. The overall effect is soft and blended rather than bright or sharply defined.
If very bright colors make you look washed out, and gentle, dusty tones feel more harmonious, you may be Soft Summer.
Use this guide as a practical starting point, then confirm your season with the Color Analysis Quiz.
Best colors for Soft Summer
- Dusty rose, mauve, muted berry
- Smoky lavender, soft periwinkle
- Sage-leaning teal, muted seafoam
- Soft blue-gray, gentle denim
- Cool taupe, mushroom, dove gray
- Soft navy and charcoal (as dark neutrals)
Best neutrals
- Soft navy
- Charcoal (soft, not harsh black)
- Dove gray
- Mushroom / cool taupe
- Soft white (not creamy ivory)
Metals & accessories
- Silver, pewter, white gold
- Soft rose gold can work if it’s not too warm
- Choose matte or brushed finishes over high-shine
Makeup guidance
- Blush: dusty rose, soft mauve
- Lips: rose, berry, mauve (avoid orange/coral-heavy)
- Eyes: taupe, cool browns, soft plum, smoky gray
Avoid / harder colors
- Neon brights and ultra-saturated jewel tones
- Orange-heavy warm shades (pumpkin, marigold)
- Stark black-and-white contrast (especially near the face)
- Very warm beiges and yellow-based creams
- High-shine metallics (try brushed or antique finishes instead)
How to confirm you’re Soft Summer
- Your best neutrals are cool-gray, soft navy, and taupe (not warm beige)
- Muted colors feel elegant; brights feel overpowering
- Low-to-medium contrast outfits look most natural
- Silver or soft white metals tend to look better than bright gold
Ready to confirm your season?
Take the Color Analysis Quiz to get a quick, personalized read on your best palette.
Soft Summer FAQ
Can Soft Summer wear black?
Black can feel harsh; choose soft charcoal or inky navy for a smoother, lower-contrast look.
Soft Summer vs Light Summer — what’s the difference?
Soft Summer is cooler and more muted with lower contrast; Light Summer is lighter, brighter, and airier overall.
What makeup colors suit Soft Summer?
Dusty rose and mauve for cheeks and lips, with cool taupe, plum, and smoky gray for eyes.
Can Soft Summer have warm hair?
Yes. Natural hair can read slightly warm, but overall coloring still looks best in cool, softened tones.
How do I confirm my season online?
Take the Color Analysis Quiz with a clear, natural-light photo to validate whether Soft Summer is your best fit.