Summer sub-season · Cool-neutral · Muted · Medium
Soft Summer
The most muted cool season — soft, blended, low-contrast with a cool lean. Flatters in dusty, greyed, gently cool tones; clarity and brightness look harsh.
The Soft Summer palette
How to tell you're a Soft Summer
- Low contrast, blended coloring.
- Cool-neutral undertone.
- Bright or pure colors overwhelm; everything muted and soft suits you.
Colors to avoid
- Bright, clear colors
- Black and stark white
- Warm oranges
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Soft Summer color season?
Soft Summer is one of the 12 seasonal color types (a sub-season of Summer): Cool-neutral · Muted · Medium. The most muted cool season — soft, blended, low-contrast with a cool lean. Flatters in dusty, greyed, gently cool tones; clarity and brightness look harsh.
How do I know if I'm a Soft Summer?
Low contrast, blended coloring. Cool-neutral undertone. Bright or pure colors overwhelm; everything muted and soft suits you.
What colors should a Soft Summer wear?
Soft Summers look best in sage, mauve, dusty blue, soft burgundy, slate, stone. Avoid bright, clear colors, black and stark white, warm oranges.