Winter · Seasonal color palette
Bright Winter
Electric, vivid and high-contrast
Bright Winters have the highest contrast of all, often bright eyes with dark hair and clear skin. Electric, saturated colors with a cool lean, like hot pink, cobalt, emerald and lemon, make you glow. Dusty, earthy or soft colors make you look drained.
Not sure if you're a Bright Winter?
Answer 12 quick questions and get your season in about 2 minutes. Free, no signup.
Take the free quizYour best colors
Tap any color to copy its hex code. Bring it shopping or into your design app.
Your neutrals
Build your wardrobe base with these instead of generic black, white and beige.
Colors to avoid
- Dusty RoseToo muted for your high contrast
- Muted OliveEarthy and dull
- TaupeWashes you out
- MustardMuddy and warm
- CamelToo soft and golden
- Soft PeachToo warm and weak
Outfit ideas
Pop
Cool and crisp
Sunny
Makeup
Foundation
Neutral-cool with a luminous finish
- Lips
Hot pink Bright red Fuchsia Cool watermelon - Blush
Bright pink Cool watermelon - Eyes
Black liner 
Electric blue Emerald Silver
Sister seasons
Neighboring seasons share some colors. If you're on the border, explore these too.
Bright Winter FAQ
How do I know if I'm a Bright Winter?+
Bright Winters usually have: skin that is clear: porcelain, cool beige, olive or rich brown with clarity; hair that is dark brown or black, sometimes bright platinum; and eyes that are bright, jewel-like blue, green, turquoise or sparkling brown. The quickest way to check is our free color analysis quiz.
What colors should a Bright Winter avoid?+
Avoid dusty rose, muted olive, taupe, mustard. Too muted for your high contrast.
What is the best hair color for a Bright Winter?+
Flattering options include dark brown, black, cool dark brown, platinum (bold choice).
Should a Bright Winter wear gold or silver?+
The most flattering metals are polished silver, platinum, white gold, high-shine gold.