Cool Summer vs Cool Winter
Both Cool Summer and Cool Winter have cool, blue-based undertones. The difference? Summer is soft and muted, Winter is bold and clear. Here's how to tell which cool season you are.
Quick Answer
Cool Summer: Soft, muted cool coloring. Best in soft blue, dusty pink, lavender, cool gray with blue undertones.
Cool Winter: Bold, clear cool coloring. Best in royal blue, magenta, icy pink, pure white with blue undertones.
See the Difference: Visual Comparison
Both seasons have cool undertones, but contrast and intensity make all the difference. See how the same person looks in soft muted colors versus bold saturated colors.
Cool Summer Coloring
This person has soft, muted cool coloring typical of Cool Summer.
Wearing Cool Summer Colors
The soft, muted colors harmonize beautifully with her delicate coloring. She looks elegant, refined, and the colors feel natural.
Wearing Cool Winter Colors
The bold, saturated colors overwhelm her soft coloring. She looks washed out and the colors wear her instead of enhancing her.
Cool Winter Coloring
This person has bold, high-contrast cool coloring typical of Cool Winter.
Wearing Cool Summer Colors
The soft, muted colors make her look dull and lifeless. Her natural drama and contrast are dampened by the gentle tones.
Wearing Cool Winter Colors
The bold, saturated colors are stunning against her high-contrast coloring. She looks powerful, striking, and the colors bring out her natural drama.
Side-by-Side Comparison
4 Key Differences
1. Contrast Level
COOL SUMMER:
Low contrast - hair, skin, and eyes are similar in value
COOL WINTER:
High contrast - noticeable difference between features
2. Color Intensity
COOL SUMMER:
Soft, muted colors - bright colors overwhelm you
COOL WINTER:
Bold, saturated colors - you can carry vibrant shades
3. The White Test
COOL SUMMER:
Soft white or cool gray-white looks better than pure white
COOL WINTER:
Pure bright white is stunning - it creates beautiful contrast
4. Makeup Intensity
COOL SUMMER:
Soft, blended makeup - think dusty rose and soft mauve
COOL WINTER:
Bold, defined makeup - you can wear bright fuchsia or red
Why These Two Are Confusing
Cool Summer and Cool Winter are commonly confused because:
- • Both have cool undertones (pink, blue, or red-based)
- • Both look good in cool colors (blues, pinks, purples)
- • Both should avoid warm, golden colors (orange, gold, warm brown)
- • Both wear silver jewelry best (not gold)
The key: Contrast and color intensity are the deciding factors. If you have low contrast and look washed out in bright colors, you're Summer. If you have high contrast and can wear bold, saturated colors beautifully, you're Winter.
Quick Decision Test
Which cool colors look most harmonious on you?
→ Soft blue, dusty pink, lavender = COOL SUMMER
→ Royal blue, magenta, true fuchsia = COOL WINTER
How do bright, saturated colors look on you?
→ Overwhelm you, look too harsh = COOL SUMMER
→ Make you look vibrant and alive = COOL WINTER
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