Are you wondering what the difference is between True Autumn, vs Dark Autumn vs Soft Autumn?

This article will answer all the interesting questions!

Autumn is a season of change, and it’s not just the leaves that are transforming.

Your whole personality or what we call a “vibe” (P.S. and for the vibes, I’d consult the Kitchener system if you’re looking for the answers) can also shift during this time of year, and it’s essential to understand which type of Autumn color palette you are.

In this blog post, we’ll explore the differences between True Autumn vs Dark Autumn vs Soft Autumn color palettes and how they can impact your fashion choices (I know a lot of people are also using it for home decor as well).

For an examination of these palettes, I will discuss Autumn palette celebrities.

Jane Seymour was previously listed as a True Autumn,

Anya Taylor-Joy was previously listed as a True Autumn – here, we have to examine why she is not an Autumn at all.

Eiza González as Dark Autumn

Felicity Jones as Soft Autumn.

The Significance of Autumn Colors

Autumn colors hold a symbolic meaning that goes beyond their visual appeal. The warm oranges and yellows represent warmth, energy, and happiness.

These colors are often associated with the sun and can evoke feelings of joy and positivity. On the other hand, the deep reds and browns symbolize stability, grounding, and a connection to nature.

These colors can create a sense of calmness and relaxation.

In addition to their symbolic meaning, autumn colors also evoke emotions. The warm hues can create a sense of coziness and comfort, making them perfect for creating inviting spaces.

The deep reds and browns can evoke a sense of nostalgia and warmth, reminding us of the changing seasons and the beauty of nature.

By incorporating autumn colors into your designs, you can create a visual impact that resonates with your audience on an emotional level.

Understanding the concept of True Autumn and Dark Autumn

True Autumn and Dark Autumn are two different types of Autumn palettes.

Warm, golden undertones characterize True Autumn, while Dark Autumn has deeper, richer undertones.

Understanding these differences is crucial in determining which type of Autumn palette you have.

Understanding the characteristics of True Autumn

True Autumn ladies have warm, golden undertones in their skin, hair, and eyes.

They tend to have a natural glow and look best in warm, earthy colors like rust, olive, and mustard.

These colors complement their warm undertones and bring out their natural radiance.

True Autumns also have a softness to their features, with warm brown or hazel eyes and hair that ranges from golden blonde to deep auburn.

Understanding the characteristics of Dark Autumn

Dark Autumn personalities have deeper, richer undertones in their skin, hair, and eyes.

They tend to have a more dramatic look and look best in bold, saturated colors like burgundy, navy, and forest green.

These colors enhance their deep undertones and create a striking contrast against their features.

Dark Autumns often have intense brown or black eyes and hair that ranges from deep brown to black.

Understanding the characteristics of Soft Autumn

Soft Autumn is obviously all about soft colors.

They are somewhat muted, but in general, you can clearly see that the color of the eyes does stand out from the whole picture of your colors.

Your true colors are “muted,” but if you add a perfect soft autumn color to your features (or at least one of them), they will definitely stand out.

How to determine if you are a True Autumn or a Dark Autumn

Determining your Autumn palette is all about understanding your undertones.

Most color analysts would advise you to look at the veins on your wrist – if they appear green, you likely have warm undertones and are a True Autumn.

If they appear blue, you likely have cool undertones and are not an Autumn personality.

If they appear somewhere in between, you may be a Dark Autumn.

However, this is a myth, and we have talked about it numerous times in this blog that the color of veins, eyes, and hair color is not a reliable and only source of determining the undertone.

What does? Is it your skin itself and how it reacts with the color and the surroundings (including the season, the sunlight, etc.)

Observe how certain colors make you look. True Autumns will look radiant and healthy in warm, earthy tones, while Dark Autumns will look vibrant and alive in bold, saturated colors – as if providing them more contrast.

And let’s not forget about the In-Transition types that sit in between the transitional palettes.

Soft Autumn and Soft Summer types are both transitional types, and not only that but also they are seasonal and factual “neighbors.”

Dark Autumn and Dark Winter are also transitional neighbors. The only True Autumn is central – which is the concentrate of the actual Autumn palette.

Here, you have to understand one thing: True Autumn is the canon in which all the other palettes were created and applied as per each and every category.

And that is why all the Autumn palettes will share the True Autumn palette here and there anyway.

They will fluctuate from Soft to True Autumn or from Dark Autumn to True Autumn, depending on the way their appearance is able to change.

The true canon palette is always there – you have to remember that.

On top of that, we have additional types that are In-Transition types in between the transits, like Dark Autumn and Dark Winter.

It’s a very interesting and also not as rare as you think type.

The owners of which will jump from one color palette to another one just by virtue of being “in transition.”

The skin undergone in both seasons will be very similar or even the same, and it will be warm and cold at the same time.

And the contrast will jump from low to medium-high.

This is what we call a “neutral” skin tone that will lean towards warm if Autumn and cold if Summer, and sometimes being right in the middle if you tend to jump quite often.

This is especially helpful for people who cannot find their seasonal type; both gold and silver shades fit them well.

If you are an “in transition” type, you will even use cold and warm colors for your wardrobe, not just jewellery.

Not only that, but this type can also wear color conglomeration of cold + warm at the same time.

For example, blue (cold) and red (warm); yellow (warm) and blue (cold).

So, in this article, I will explain how some Autumn types are able to wear not only Autumn color palettes but also Spring, Summer, and others.

That will also concern those who are always wondering why some people are able to wear almost any color.

Anya Taylor-Joy: What Is her season?

What do we see here?

The first thing we see is the color type of the skin. It’s pale with a pink undertone – it’s translucent and bright so that the dark eyes look very contrasted with the overall appearance.

We can see that blond hair does not go well with her coloring – the pink clashes with the yellow – and it should rather complement instead.

What I do like is that brown hair is on the deep, dark side and also provides quite a contrast on the background of her translucent skin.

She is sort of tight up to the delicate vibe of her appearance because of her skin.

It’s very aristocratic, so the color will either enhance her delicacy or completely eat her up.

Do you see that? She has no warm tonalities to match this golden shade of a dress. They should have used a silver one. Otherwise, it does absolutely nothing to enhance her appearance.

This golden outfit speaks for itself – I can clearly see the pink undertone of her skin and this excessive golden-yellow shade and the outfit overall – they should go separate ways. It’s obvious that the actress has no warm tonalities about her.

And on the contrary, I love that ethereal white-silver outfit for her because, finally, I can enjoy the contrasting color of her eyes.

I wish the hair were also contrasting – but the complimenting color is good enough here.

More ethereal black dresses for her type – are exactly what she requires.

High contrast in the palette – is what Anya can afford due to the delicacy of her skin color.

Once again…do you see the difference? It’s immense! The golden yellow even makes her dimmer. She requires soft, delicate, and highly contrasted colors.

If that’s blond, it cannot be strawberry or yellow Barbie blond – it needs to be platinum blond. Otherwise, I’d opt for a dark hair color for a better contrast.

As we observe here, Spring colors are not for her.

I have no idea why her stylist is pushing on those colors. For her to be able to wear them, she should be well-tanned – which she is not.

Otherwise, these warm spring colors clash with her delicacy.

None of these intense colors suit her well. Neither cobalt blue nor the winter purple shades.

The leather-like texture of the dress makes it even worse because she is a very particular type for whom delicacy is very important in the outfit.

This leather texture weighs her down a lot.

I’d say Madonna would be able to pull this purple and leopard print look – but not Anya.

Colorwise – all the wrong choices.

For those of you who would think that the problem is the hair color only. Well, does it?

This is what I like about her. The delicate, ethereal outfit with very light and soft colors.

Occasionally, with highly contrasting but very dark colors.

What kind of a type is that?

She requires very list and soft colors and, at the same time, dark and highly contrasting colors like pitch black.

All of them are on the cold side because warm colors clash with her overall coloring.

It’s a Light Summer transit that will occasionally jump to Dark Winter.

So, we have concluded here that Anya Taylor-Joy is not a True Autumn type.

What Do We Know About True Autumn

True Autumn personalities look best in warm, earthy colors like rust, olive, and mustard. This amalgam of purely Autumn shades – a canon of Autumn type.

Those colors are canonical.

These colors complement their warm undertones and bring out their natural radiance.

Color analysts usually advise that True Autumns should avoid cool colors like blue and purple, which can wash them out.

Instead, they should opt for warm neutrals like camel and chocolate brown and rich jewel tones like emerald and sapphire.

These colors will enhance their natural glow and make them look vibrant and alive.

However, that is definitely not the case. I don’t know who said that; probably never had any experience with the color typing. Anyway…

Autumns are the most versatile types of all. They can and will use bright indigo-blue colors, and we will see how later on.

Autumn is a season known for its beautiful colors and rich hues.

From the warm oranges and yellows to the deep reds and browns, autumn color palettes evoke a sense of coziness and comfort.

Warm And Cozy Color Palettes For True Autumn

Warm and cozy color palettes are perfect for creating a welcoming and inviting vibe.

These palettes often include shades of orange, yellow, and brown, which can create a sense of warmth and comfort.

True Autumn will be analyzed with the example of Jane Seymour.

From these pictures, we can observe that the contrast of the overall complexion is low to medium (rather on the low side).

And that’s great because all the features blend in together, and so will the colors that she is going to wear.

As we say in Spain: “Vale”... Alright.

Right away, I found her picture in the golden-shaded dress. Needless to say, she looks fantastic in it – and that is always one of the features of the Autumn type.

Gold always fits you like a glove.

Elegant and sophisticated color palettes can add a sense of luxury and refinement, and so is the actress.

These palettes often include shades of deep red, burgundy, and gold, which can create an elegant and sophisticated look.

For example, a palette that includes shades of champagne gold and deep brown can create an opulent and luxurious atmosphere.

If you look similar to Jane, you can consider incorporating metallic accents or luxurious fabrics into your wardrobe without a doubt.

For example, you can add gold accents to your home through decorative accessories or incorporate silk or velvet fabrics into your wardrobe.

By using sophisticated colors and materials, you can create a design that feels elegant and refined.

Bold and Vibrant Autumn Color Palettes

Obviously, gold is not enough to conclude she is a True Autumn, even though it’s obvious that her undertone is warm.

Let’s see what bold and vibrant color palettes can add a sense of energy and excitement. Since so many color analysts brag about bright blue and hot pink are colors that should be avoided at all costs if you are an Autumn.

These palettes can often include shades of red, purple, and deep blue, which can create a visually striking impact. Should you be afraid of adding some color? Psss..No!

And here is the answer. Jane looks amazing on these blue shades.

Indigo blue, cobalt blue, light, more muted blue, and purple.

Take into consideration that her skin tone is not pale white – she is rather always a bit tanned. Why can she wear those colors of Soft Autumn and Bright Spring?

Exactly because she has added a degree of warmness to her skin. color.

Not all Autumn will be like that. I’d say she is a True Autumn, but also, at the same time, her Autumn type is a transitional type because she can fluctuate from her canon type to the neighboring palette like Soft Autumn and Dark Autumn + add some Spring palette like a Bright Spring.

That’s a Transitional Autumn type where the main type is True Autumn.

Jeniffer Lopez has a similar type that has been discussed previously; you can also check it out here in this article about Deep Autumn vs Soft Autumn.

A palette that includes shades of deep red, royal purple, and navy blue can create a bold and vibrant look as well.

You can incorporate bold colors through accessories such as statement jewelry or a vibrant handbag.

By using bold colors strategically, you can create a visually stunning design that grabs attention.

Here again, I love this coral color from the Bright Spring palette, and very bright true red – is the definition of True Autumn type.

Just to prove that cold undertone is not for her – there is this silver dress that doesn’t create an obvious clash, but I’d rather see her in golden shades.

Earthy and Natural Autumn Color Palettes

Earthy and natural color palettes are perfect for creating a sense of calmness and tranquility.

These palettes often include shades of green, brown, and beige, which can create a connection to nature.

For example, a palette that includes olive green, taupe, and cream shades can create a serene and natural look.

You can incorporate earthy colors through fabrics such as linen or suede. By using natural colors and materials, you can create a design that feels grounded and connected to the earth.

I love these Soft Autumn colors for Jane – these soft and muted colors change the mood of an outlook.

She looks calmer and peaceful and because her skin is not pale – colors also provide a refreshment.

Moody and Mysterious Autumn Color Palettes

Moody and mysterious color palettes can add a sense of intrigue and drama.

These palettes often include shades of deep purple, dark blue, and charcoal gray, which can create a mysterious and atmospheric look.

For example, a palette that includes shades of emerald green, plum, navy blue, and slate gray can create a moody and mysterious vibe.

To create a mysterious atmosphere with color, consider using dark and rich hues.

Needless to say, this emerald green colors not only suits her, but this color makes everything better, especially if you have such a warm complexion and hair as Jane.

Playful and Fun Autumn Color Palettes: Spring Color Palette

Playful and fun color palettes can add a sense of joy and whimsy to your designs.

These palettes often include shades of bright orange, yellow, and green, which can create a playful and energetic look.

For example, a palette that includes shades of tangerine orange, lemon yellow, and lime green can create a vibrant and playful vibe.

By using bright and bold colors, you can also create a mood.

Those are the colors of Spring – You cannot argue with that. And she looks absolutely stunning in those.

When it comes to aging and incorporating grey into your color palette

That’s absolutely normal, and we all age with time.

How do you work with grey hair? Does the color palette change?

As we see in the first example, the Soft Summer pastel colors really don’t go well with the actress, making her even more grey.

Probably, that’s not really the direction you’d like to go with.

I’d rather keep those colors for summer – when the skin is not so white so that it would create a visual contrast.

On other occasions, I’d opt for deeper and darker colors from the original color palette.

But remember that in this case, it’s not a universal suggestion because we all change through time in a different way.

What You Need To Know About Soft Autumn

Soft autumn hues are a beautiful palette of colors that are perfect for the fall season.

These colors are characterized by their warm undertones and muted shades, which evoke a sense of coziness and comfort.

Soft autumn hues include shades of brown, beige, pastel green, and burnt orange.

Soft autumn hues are perfect for the fall season because they complement the natural colors of the season.

Soft autumn hues are versatile and can be easily incorporated into your everyday wardrobe.

Whether you’re looking casual or formal, these colors can add depth and richness to your outfits.

Check out these examples with Soft Autumn pastel beige and salmon pink.

Autumn colors are known for their warm undertones, which make them particularly flattering on a wide range of skin tones.

The warm undertones of these colors bring out the natural warmth in your complexion, giving you a healthy and radiant glow.

Whether you have fair, medium, or dark skin, there are soft autumn hues that will complement your skin tone.

For fair skin tones, soft autumn hues like light beige, peach, and dusty rose can add warmth and softness to your complexion.

These colors can also help to enhance your natural features and make your skin appear more luminous.

For medium skin tones, soft autumn hues like olive green, mustard yellow, and burnt orange can bring out the golden undertones in your skin.

These colors can also add depth and richness to your complexion, making it appear more vibrant and radiant.

For dark skin tones, soft autumn hues like chocolate brown, deep burgundy, and rust can create a beautiful contrast against your skin.

These colors can also help to enhance your natural features and make your complexion appear more radiant and glowing.

Undertanding the undertone of the actress – done.

In this example, we can see this soft pastel yellow fits perfectly well – it does enhance her light skin tone.

The only thing I’d get rid of is the orange lipstick that is a bit out of context here.

Are you able to see the difference here? These examples speak for themselves.

Look how well she looks in the delicate pastel pink, and what a contrasting-looking, completely off-orange-red color.

It’s way too bright, and her skin’s delicacy does not allow such a brightness to present.

More pastel colors are coming along. What do you vote for? I vote for a peach color.

This is one rare example of a pure Soft Autumn palette type – I wouldn’t transit to even a canonical True Autumn here (maybe in very very rare cases).

I am not a fan of these burgundy wine-red colors and deeo blue sea shades.

I would not suggest using blunt colors and stiff textures. She is very subtle in appearance – those colors and gowns are suffocating here.

When you compare textures – it’s obvious that lace works for her even though that the color might be too rough.

When we use lace the color itself gets disseminated, and it does not “strike” you in the eye with bluntness and intensity of the color.

So, does the texture matter a lot? Yes, it does!

What Can you do for your own wardrobe?

Layering soft autumn hues is a great way to create a cozy and stylish look.

You can start with a base layer in a neutral color, such as beige or taupe, and then add layers in soft autumn hues on top.

For example, you can wear a beige turtleneck sweater under a mustard yellow cardigan, and then layer a brown coat on top.

You can also experiment with different textures and fabrics to add depth and dimension to your layered look.

For example, you can wear a chunky knit sweater in olive green over a silky blouse in burnt orange. You can also layer a suede jacket in shades of brown over a lightweight dress in dusty rose.

To complete your layered look, you can add accessories in soft autumn hues.

For example, you can wear a scarf in shades of brown or beige, or add a statement belt in mustard yellow or burnt orange.

These accessories can help to tie your layered look together and add a touch of personality to your outfit.

Accessorizing with soft autumn hues is a great way to add a pop of color to your outfit.

There are many accessories in soft autumn hues that you can choose from, including scarves, hats, gloves, handbags, and jewelry.

A scarf in a soft autumn hue can instantly elevate your outfit and add a touch of warmth and coziness.

You can choose a scarf in mustard yellow, burnt orange, or olive green to complement your outfit. You can also opt for a scarf in shades of brown or beige for a more neutral look.

A hat in a soft autumn hue can add a stylish and trendy touch to your outfit. You can choose a hat in burnt orange, mustard yellow, or olive green to make a statement.

You can also opt for a hat in shades of brown or beige for a more subtle look.

Gloves in soft autumn hues can add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your outfit. You can choose gloves in shades of brown or beige for a classic and timeless look.

You can also opt for gloves in mustard yellow, burnt orange, or olive green for a more bold and statement-making look.

Handbags in soft autumn hues can complete your outfit and add a touch of personality. You can choose a handbag in mustard yellow, burnt orange, or olive green to make a statement.

You can also opt for a handbag in shades of brown or beige for a more neutral and versatile look.

Jewelry in soft autumn hues can add a touch of glamour and sparkle to your outfit. You can choose earrings, necklaces, bracelets, or rings in shades of brown or beige for a classic and timeless look.

You can also opt for jewelry in mustard yellow, burnt orange, or olive green for a more bold and statement-making look.

Mixing and matching soft autumn hues is a great way to create a chic and trendy look. You can experiment with different combinations and styles to find the ones that work best for you.

One way to mix and match soft autumn hues is to create a monochromatic look. For example, you can wear a mustard yellow sweater with olive green pants and brown boots for a chic and coordinated look.

You can also mix different shades of the same color, such as pairing a light beige top with a dark chocolate brown skirt.

Another way to mix and match soft autumn hues is to create a contrasting look. For example, you can pair a burnt orange top with a deep burgundy skirt for a bold and eye-catching outfit.

You can also mix warm and cool tones, such as wearing a mustard yellow sweater with a dusty rose skirt.

To create a cohesive and balanced look, you can use neutral colors as a base and then add pops of soft autumn hues.

For example, you can wear a beige dress with a mustard yellow cardigan and olive green shoes. You can also wear a taupe blouse with a burnt orange skirt and brown accessories.

What Do We Know About Dark Autumn

Dark Autumn personalities look best in bold, saturated colors like burgundy, navy, and forest green.

These colors enhance their deep undertones and create a striking contrast against their features.

Here we go again, with a misconception saying that Dark Autumns should avoid pastels and light colors, which can make them look pale.

Instead, they should opt for rich neutrals like charcoal and espresso and deep jewel tones like amethyst and ruby. These colors will make them look powerful and confident.

We are here to debunk color myths.

Of course, they can and should use light colors; we will see why later.

These colors will make a statement and showcase their bold personality.

The Best Colors For Dark Autumn

The best colors for Dark Autumn personalities are bold, saturated colors like burgundy, navy, and forest green.

These colors enhance their deep undertones and create a striking contrast against their features.

Dark Autumns should also incorporate black and charcoal into their wardrobe, as these neutrals will add depth and intensity to their look.

They can wear these colors in clothing, accessories, and even in their makeup to make a statement and showcase their bold personality.

To fully appreciate the autumn color palette, it is important to understand the concept of warm and cool colors.

Warm colors, such as reds, oranges, and yellows, are associated with energy, passion, and warmth.

Cool colors, on the other hand, like blues, greens, and purples, evoke a sense of calmness and tranquility.

Dark colors play a crucial role in the autumn color palette as they add depth and richness to an outfit or a room.

They can be used to create contrast or to create a monochromatic look.

Dark colors, such as deep burgundy, navy blue, and forest green, are often associated with sophistication and elegance.

They can be used as a base color or as an accent to create a bold statement.

Choosing the Right Shades for Your Skin Tone

When choosing colors for your wardrobe or home decor, it is important to consider your skin tone.

Different shades of dark colors can have different effects on different skin tones.

For example, someone with fair skin may look washed out in a deep navy blue, while someone with a darker complexion may look stunning in the same shade.

Mixing and Matching Dark Colors for a Bold Look

One of the joys of the autumn color palette is the ability to mix and match different shades of dark colors to create a bold and cohesive look.

Mixing dark colors can add depth and interest to an outfit or a room.

For example, pairing a deep burgundy sweater with a navy blue skirt can create a sophisticated and elegant look.

When mixing dark colors, it is important to consider the contrast between the shades.

A black color that is intense will always be one of the best colors for the Drak Autumn.

The golden dress – sits well with her skin tonality. A warm undertone is obvious here.

This actress has a very similar aspect to Jessica Alba, whom I have typed before.

And here comes the screaming about the blond hair color. And you’re right! It’s absolutely off. The actress is warm in the undertone and overtone; everything about her colors blends in well together.

There is absolutely no need to change it.

The deep red dress is absolutely stunning on her, and the orange one fits like a an Autumn leaf to October.

I love the greenery for every Dark Autumn – it’s not vibrant – it’s cozy and warm – what Deep Autumn is.

The freshness of these colors don’t give away sharpness it’s all about freshness and elegance.

Adding Texture To Your Own Autumn Outfits

Texture plays a crucial role in creating interest and dimension in an outfit. Adding texture to your autumn outfits can elevate your look and make it more visually appealing.

When working with dark colors, incorporating different textures can help prevent your outfit from looking flat or one-dimensional.

There are many ways to incorporate texture into your autumn outfits. For example, you can opt for a chunky knit sweater or a faux fur coat to add texture and warmth.

You can also experiment with different fabrics, such as velvet or leather, to add a touch of luxury to your look. Additionally, accessories like scarves, hats, and gloves can also add texture and visual interest to your outfit.

Accessorizing with Dark Jewelry and Accessories

Accessories play a crucial role in completing an outfit and adding a personal touch.

When working with dark colors, choosing the right jewelry and accessories can enhance your look and make a statement. Dark jewelry and accessories can add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your outfit.

When choosing dark jewelry and accessories, consider the overall color scheme of your outfit. If you are wearing a monochromatic look, you can opt for statement pieces in a contrasting color to create visual interest.

For example, pairing a deep burgundy dress with gold statement earrings can create a striking and glamorous look. If you are wearing a more colorful outfit, you can choose jewelry and accessories in complementary shades to create a cohesive look.

How to Incorporate Autumn Color Palettes into Your Wardrobe

To incorporate autumn color palettes into your wardrobe, consider the following tips:

1. Start with a neutral base: Use neutral colors such as white, beige, or gray as a base for your design. This will allow the autumn colors to stand out and create a focal point.

2. Use color in small doses: Incorporate autumn colors as accents rather than overwhelming the space. This can be done through accessories, artwork, or textiles.

3. Balance different colors: When using multiple colors in your design, make sure to balance them by using complementary or analogous color schemes. This will create a harmonious and visually pleasing look.

4. Consider the mood you want to create: Different color palettes evoke different moods, so consider the atmosphere you want to create before choosing your colors. Warm and cozy palettes are perfect for creating a welcoming atmosphere, while bold and vibrant palettes are great for adding energy and excitement.