Autumn · Seasonal color palette
Deep Autumn
Deep, warm and dramatic
Deep Autumns have rich, dark coloring with a warm undertone. Deep, saturated earth tones like mahogany, forest green, deep teal and aubergine echo your natural depth. Light pastels and icy colors look faded against you.
Not sure if you're a Deep Autumn?
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Take the free quizYour best colors
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Your neutrals
Build your wardrobe base with these instead of generic black, white and beige.
Colors to avoid
- Pastel PinkToo light; looks faded on you
- Icy LavenderCold and washed out
- Powder BlueToo light and cool
- Light GrayDrains your depth
- Bright FuchsiaToo cool and electric
- Neon LimeToo artificial
Outfit ideas
Rich classic
Woodland
Evening
Makeup
Foundation
Warm medium-to-deep with golden or olive undertone
- Lips
Brick Mahogany Deep terracotta Warm burgundy - Blush
Deep terracotta Warm bronze - Eyes
Deep bronze Forest green Aubergine 
Espresso liner
Sister seasons
Neighboring seasons share some colors. If you're on the border, explore these too.
Deep Autumn FAQ
How do I know if I'm a Deep Autumn?+
Deep Autumns usually have: skin that is warm medium to deep: golden, bronze, olive or rich brown; hair that is dark brown, espresso, deep auburn or black-brown; and eyes that are dark brown, deep hazel, dark olive or black-brown. The quickest way to check is our free color analysis quiz.
What colors should a Deep Autumn avoid?+
Avoid pastel pink, icy lavender, powder blue, light gray. Too light; looks faded on you.
What is the best hair color for a Deep Autumn?+
Flattering options include dark chocolate, deep auburn, espresso, mahogany.
Should a Deep Autumn wear gold or silver?+
The most flattering metals are antique gold, bronze, copper.