Light Summer Color Palette & Full Guide: All You Need To Know

This guide has all you need to know about the Light Summer color palette, prints, color combos, makeup, and more.

You're in the right place to build your perfect Light Summer wardrobe and express your true self.

Sit back, relax with your favorite drink, and enjoy the reading.

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1. Features – Light & Cool

As a Light Summer, your overall appearance features a predominant lightness, complemented by a secondary cool undertone.

Cool colors are more flattering on you than warmer ones.

Notably, your coloring exhibits low contrast between your skin, eyes, and hair—all adorned with a light palette.

Additionally, your features mostly have cool undertones, like blue and grey, so silver complements your complexion more than gold.

 

1.1 Eyes

Your eyes lack darkness and feature a cool, greyish undertone.

You might also notice a cracked glass pattern and a subtle gap between the iris and the whites of the eye.

 

1.2 Hair

Similar to other features, the hair of a Light Summer is light in color. The range can span from frosty light to mid ash blonde or pale ash brown.

Typically, this hair type lacks natural highlights. Many Light Summers were blonde as children, but their hair has darkened with age.

 

1.3 Skin

Your skin tone is either neutral or neutral-cool, with beige or pinkish undertones. It ranges from fair to medium. 

In the case of Gwyneth Paltrow, her skin is fair with neutral undertones.

 

1.4 Contrast

Your contrast between skin, hair, and eyes is low. Even between the iris and the whites of the eyes, there's minimal contrast.

In the images above, you'll notice the subtle differences in shades between the features. Additionally, there are no dark areas present.

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2. Color dimensions

On the hue scale, the colors lean towards the cool end but not excessively so, with more blue than yellow undertones. This means even warmer colors like yellow will have a cooler tint.

The palette predominantly features lighter shades on the value scale, with some supporting medium tones. Extremely dark colors are absent.

Unlike Winter's icy tones, this palette avoids the lightest colors, aiming for a mix of muted tones and vibrant hues.

With medium chroma, the colors are brighter and more saturated compared to other Summer seasons, influenced by Spring.

 

3. Color Palette

Light Summer mixes lightness and coolness, giving you a palette of soft colors that suit your look. Medium-value colors subtly support the lighter shades.

The palette includes medium-saturated, cool-toned colors like soft pinks and light blue-greens, with subtle transitions and few contrasts.

The Light Summer palette combines the typical coolness of summer with a touch of spring warmth, giving it a subtle brightness and saturation.

 

3.1 Best Colors

Some fabulous color choices include:

Despite being a light season, Light Summer should avoid the starkness of pure winter whites.

Opt for softer alternatives such as light muted beige, soft greys, and cool-toned light browns.

Your darkest neutral options include a deep ash brown and dark, greyish blues.

3.2 Worst Colors

Your worst colors are dark and warm. Black, white and other dark colors, such as deep greens and reds, will age you and make you look unhealthy.

Bright and vibrant hues, like intense oranges, can overpower your inherent delicacy. Avoid warm colors such as yellows, oranges, and reds, as they may clash with your cool undertones.

 

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4. Metals & Accessories

In the transition from Spring to Summer, Light Summer offers the versatility of both warm and cool metals.

Given your cool-neutral leaning, silver emerges as the best choice. Golds are better in lighter shades, and also more yellow than orange. Dark, rich golds may appear heavy, while orange tones can be overly warm.

Silver and white gold complement this season, with pearls embodying its essence—blending hues and properties.

Rose quartz stands as a beautiful gemstone for Light Summer, offering a gentle pastel aura and varied shades.

 

5. Color Combinations

You can mix any colors from the Light Summer palette, but some combinations will be more visually appealing.

Opt for combinations that mirror the natural contrast in your appearance. Light Summer falls between the lively, vibrant tones of Spring and the subdued hues of Summer.

It boasts brighter colors than other Summer seasons while maintaining a delicate appearance. Therefore, the best color combinations for your outfits are somewhat contrasting.

 

 

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6. Prints

6.1 Colors

The best patterns for you are those that have light and cool colors in them.

If a pattern has only a little bit of color from other palettes, it's okay to wear it. But if it has a lot of clashing colors, it's best to avoid that pattern.

6.2 Contrast

Since your coloring has little contrast, try choosing patterns that have low contrast level too, rather than one which are too bold.

You can wear both prints in this example. However, the first one looks better. This is because it has less contrast, which matches your natural features.

6.3 Pattern arrangements

Pick soft and delicate patterns that represent Light Summer, such as watercolor flowers, hand-drawn designs, and gentle brush strokes.

Ensure the elements are small, dense, and loosely arranged for a harmonious look. Avoid structured arrangements, large elements, and stiff geometric patterns, as they may clash with your soft aesthetic.

7. Makeup

Your natural appearance is characterized by low contrast, with all features being very light.

Light Summer's make-up color palette is more muted, contributing to an overall light and delicate aesthetic.

To enhance these natural characteristics, choose a makeup look that reflects this gentleness, using the Light Summer color palette for the desired effect.

 

7.1 Foundation & concealer

In general, opt for lightweight, liquid foundations and concealers with a gentle pink undertone. Avoid heavier, creamy formulations as they may appear too dense on your skin.

Choose matte finishes or set your foundation with translucent powder to avoid shiny looks, as these may not complement the muted tones of Light Summer appearances.

You need to do some trial and error to match it perfectly to your skin.

 

7.2 Bronzer & contouring

Bronzing and contouring may not enhance the look of a Light Summer. The light complexion of this season may not complement the often darker, earthier tones used in bronzing and contouring.

If you decide to use bronzer, choose a lighter shade with a pinkish undertone, and avoid overly warm or yellow-based options. Simply apply it lightly to keep a subtle effect.

Avoid contouring altogether as it can look heavy and may not suit the delicate complexion of Light Summer.

 

7.3 Blush Palette

Blusher shades for you include cool pinks and corals. Finding your perfect shade depends on your individual skin tone, so be open to some trial and error.

Avoid overly bright, orange-based blushes, and opt for a matte finish to achieve the ideal look.

 

7.4 Lipstick

Lipsticks for Light Summer span various pinks, corals, and reds. Ensure the lipstick is not overly vibrant, as Light Summer thrives in subtle brightness.

Choose matte formulations for a sophisticated look, avoiding overly glossy or shiny finishes.

 

8. Eye makeup

8.1 Eyeshadows

Eyeshadow choices for you are drawn from the soft neutrals like creams, browns, and greys. For highlights, embrace the subtle pastels, including purples, blues, and turquoises.

Choose sheer finishes, avoiding dark or overly bright colors, as well as those with warm yellow undertones, which might not look flattering.

 

8.2 Mascara

Because of the lightness of your appearance, subtle changes in darkness are highly noticeable.

Opting for black mascara may draw too much attention, almost appearing aggressive against the light complexion.

For a more suitable choice, consider cool shades of grey and brown mascara.

While these options might be less common, they complement the your palette much better than black.

 

8.3 Eyeliner

Eyeliner colors are akin to mascara, with the addition of some brighter options.

A useful tip is to select an eyeliner color similar to your eyes to enhance them.

Steer clear of black, as it can be too harsh for your appearance. Consider using darker shades like Slate Grey and Royal Blue for a softer look.

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Written by Alexandra Stan