Autumn · Seasonal color palette
Soft Autumn
Warm, muted and naturally elegant
Soft Autumns have gentle, blended coloring with a warm lean. Earthy, softened shades like sage, terracotta, wheat and soft teal look effortless on you. Bright, icy or high-contrast colors feel harsh against your features.
Not sure if you're a Soft Autumn?
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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
- BlackToo harsh against soft features
- Stark WhiteToo bright; choose oyster
- Hot PinkToo bright and cool
- Royal BlueToo saturated and cool
- Icy PastelsWash you out
- Bright PurpleToo electric
Outfit ideas
Effortless
Autumn walk
Work ready
Makeup
Foundation
Warm or neutral-warm, natural finish
- Lips
Terracotta nude Soft coral Warm rose Brick - Blush
Soft peach Terracotta - Eyes
Warm taupe Olive Soft bronze 
Brown liner
Sister seasons
Neighboring seasons share some colors. If you're on the border, explore these too.
Soft Autumn FAQ
How do I know if I'm a Soft Autumn?+
Soft Autumns usually have: skin that is warm beige, golden beige or soft olive; low contrast; hair that is golden brown, warm ash brown, soft auburn or dark blonde; and eyes that are hazel, soft green, warm brown or green-brown. The quickest way to check is our free color analysis quiz.
What colors should a Soft Autumn avoid?+
Avoid black, stark white, hot pink, royal blue. Too harsh against soft features.
What is the best hair color for a Soft Autumn?+
Flattering options include golden brown, warm bronde, soft auburn, caramel balayage.
Should a Soft Autumn wear gold or silver?+
The most flattering metals are soft gold, bronze, rose gold, brushed brass.