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
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
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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.