Autumn sub-season · Warm-neutral · Deep · Muted

Dark Autumn

The deepest warm season (also called Deep Autumn) — rich, dark and warm with high depth. Lives in dark, spicy, jewel-meets-earth tones; light pastels disappear on it.

The Dark Autumn palette

Deep rust
Dark olive
Aubergine
Dark teal
Chocolate
Deep gold

How to tell you're a Dark Autumn

  • Deep, dark coloring (dark hair and eyes) with warmth.
  • Warm-neutral undertone leaning warm.
  • Light, pale colors wash you out; you need depth and richness.

Colors to avoid

  • Pale pastels
  • Icy cool tones
  • Anything washed-out

Not sure if you're a Dark Autumn?

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Dark Autumn color season?

Dark Autumn is one of the 12 seasonal color types (a sub-season of Autumn): Warm-neutral · Deep · Muted. The deepest warm season (also called Deep Autumn) — rich, dark and warm with high depth. Lives in dark, spicy, jewel-meets-earth tones; light pastels disappear on it.

How do I know if I'm a Dark Autumn?

Deep, dark coloring (dark hair and eyes) with warmth. Warm-neutral undertone leaning warm. Light, pale colors wash you out; you need depth and richness.

What colors should a Dark Autumn wear?

Dark Autumns look best in deep rust, dark olive, aubergine, dark teal, chocolate, deep gold. Avoid pale pastels, icy cool tones, anything washed-out.

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