Which colors suit winter types? Color palette & accessory ideas

Veins test (wrist)

• Look at the veins on the inside of your wrist in daylight:

  • Bluish or purple → You have a cool undertone.

  • Greenish → You have a warm undertone.

  • Not clear? → Then you may be neutral (in-between type).

Jewelry test (silver vs. gold)

• Hold silver and gold jewelry (or foil) alternately directly under your face:

  • Silver makes your complexion appear fresher, clearer, and more vibrant → cool type

  • Gold harmonizes better with your skin, appears warmer and softer → warm type

Observe hair color, skin, and eyes:

• Light appearance (e.g., blonde or light brown hair, light skin, delicate eye color) → Indicates spring or summer

• Dark appearance (e.g., dark brown or black hair, strong eye color) → Indicates fall or winter

• High contrast between skin, hair, and eyes → Typical for winter and fall types

• Soft, harmonious overall impression → Indicative of spring or summer types

• Hold different colored fabrics or cloths under your face (e.g., pink vs. apricot, snow white vs. cream white).

Pay attention to:

• Whether your skin looks clearer, fresher, and more even

• Or whether you look pale, sallow, or tired

• Wrinkles and dark circles under the eyes are visually reduced with the right colors

Based on temperature, brightness, and contrast, your main season is determined:

The winter type have a distinctive, high-contrast appearance. The skin is often very light or olive-toned with a cool undertone. The hair is typically dark brown to black, frequently with an ash tone. The eyes are crystal clear – ice blue, dark brown, or gray – and create a strong contrast with the skin.

Winter types look particularly good in clear, cool, and strong colors—pure primary colors and contrasting tones are ideal.

• Beige and warm brown quickly make the winter type look pale → better: anthracite or silver gray

• Gold rarely fits → silver or platinum is ideal

• Delicate pastels fade → better: clear, cool colors with depth

A scarf in cobalt blue, emerald, or fuchsia will instantly brighten your complexion—especially when paired with monochrome outfits in black or white.

• Bright Winter: Radiant, contrasting colors such as pure white, cobalt blue, or pink emphasize freshness and clarity.

• Deep Winter: Very dark, strong colors such as black, burgundy, or pine green emphasize a strong charisma.

• Cool Winter: Clear, cold colors without any warm undertones such as snow white, ice blue, or emerald green are the best fit.