Autumn · Deep + Warm
Deep Autumn color palette
Deep Autumn, also called Dark Autumn, is deep first and warm second: rich, dark coloring with golden warmth. Its palette is deep and earthy, with forest green, burgundy brown, dark teal, burnt orange and aubergine. Light pastels and icy colors wash it out.
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Deep Autumn: Best colors
Deep Autumn people often have dark brown to black-brown hair, medium to deep warm or olive skin, and dark brown, hazel or deep green eyes. Contrast is medium to high.
- Forest green#1F4A33
- Burgundy brown#5E2128
- Dark teal#174E55
- Burnt orange#B2501C
- Aubergine#46223D
- Deep olive#4A4A1F
- Brick red#94301F
- Bronze#8C5A24
- Petrol blue#1E4D63
- Mahogany#6B2B1E
- Deep mustard#A97A12
- Emerald pine#0F5B47
Deep Autumn neutrals
- Warm cream#EFE1C6
- Espresso#2E1E16
- Dark chocolate#3B241A
- Deep khaki#6B6142
Colors to keep away from the face
- Pastel pink#F7C6D9
- Icy blue#CFE8F6
- Light grey#C9CBCD
- Lavender#C8B6E2
Pastel pink, icy blue, light grey and lavender near the face.
How to tell if you are a Deep Autumn
- Dark, rich colors make you look striking; pastels make you look faded.
- Next to Deep Winter: warm darks like rust and olive beat jewel tones, and gold beats silver.
- Next to True Autumn: you can wear deeper, darker versions of the spice colors.
How to wear the Deep Autumn palette
- Espresso, dark chocolate and deep khaki as neutrals; warm cream as your light.
- Deep combinations (forest with burnt orange, aubergine with bronze).
- Dark warm brown can replace black in suits and coats.
Season traits
- Undertone
- Warm
- Value
- Deep
- Chroma
- Medium
- Contrast
- High
Deep Autumn makeup
Terracotta and deep peach blush, brick, mahogany and deep berry-brown lips, bronze, copper and deep green eyeshadow.
Deep Autumn hair color
Chocolate, mahogany, deep auburn and espresso with warm lowlights. Pale blonde fights your depth.
Deep Autumn metals: Gold
Yellow and antique gold, bronze, brass.
Neighbouring seasons
A Deep Autumn capsule wardrobe
Weekdays: warm cream trousers or a skirt, a forest green top near the face and a burnt orange scarf or bag.
Weekends: a espresso jacket over a deep olive knit, with petrol blue as the accent in shoes or jewelry.
Evenings: a dark teal dress or shirt, a deep khaki coat and a touch of emerald pine for contrast.
FAQ
Questions people ask
What is the difference between Deep Autumn and Deep Winter?
Both are deep and high contrast. Deep Autumn leans warm (rust, olive, gold), Deep Winter leans cool (emerald, burgundy, silver).
Can Deep Autumn wear black?
It can, more than other Autumns, but espresso and dark chocolate usually look warmer and richer.
Is Deep Autumn common for dark skin?
It is one common season for deep warm or olive skin, alongside Deep Winter and others. Undertone decides.
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