The Four Types of Spring in Colour Analysis
In the 16-season personal colour analysis system, Spring is one of the most vibrant categories. This season is characterized by its warm undertones, high contrast, and bright, fresh colours. Within the Spring category, there are four sub-types: True Spring, Warm Spring, Light Spring, and Bright Spring.
By understanding the value, intensity, and undertone of each Summer type, you can select the perfect colours for your wardrobe and makeup, ensuring you always look your best.
Already familiar with the Summer categories? Check out my posts on the different types of Winter, Autumn, and Summer seasons.
True Spring
True Spring colours are warm, clear, and bright; and True Spring individuals shine in fresh and vibrant colours.
Value: High contrast; light
Intensity: High
Undertone: Warm (yellow-based)
Colours within True Spring: True Spring colours are warm, bright, and clear. This includes shades like coral, warm peach, bright yellow, and grassy green.
Colours to avoid: True Springs should avoid cool and muted tones, such as grey, cool blues, and dusty colours, as these can make their complexion look dull.
True Spring makeup colours:
Lips: Warm coral, bright peach, and clear red
Eyes: Warm brown, golden, and warm green
Blush: Warm peach, coral
Warm Spring
Warm Spring sits between Spring and Autumn, featuring some of the warm, golden qualities of Autumn. The colours are warm, bright, and slightly more “toasted” than True Spring.
Value: Low to medium contrast
Intensity: Medium to high
Undertone: Warm (golden-based)
Colours within Warm Spring: Warm Spring colours are warm, rich, and golden. Think of shades like warm apricot, golden yellow, bright turquoise, and warm tan.
Colours to avoid: Warm Spring individuals should avoid cool and muted shades like grey, cool blues, and muted pinks.
Warm Spring makeup colours:
Lips: Warm peach, golden red, bright coral
Eyes: Golden olive, copper, warm brown
Blush: Warm peach, golden apricot
Light Spring
Light Spring lies between Spring and Summer, featuring some of the light and soft qualities (think pastels) of Summer. The colours are light, warm, and slightly softer than True Spring.
Value: Low to medium contrast
Intensity: Medium
Undertone: Neutral leaning warm
Colours within Light Spring: Light Spring colours are light, soft, and fresh. Think of shades like light coral, soft peach, pastel yellow, and light aqua.
Colours to Avoid: Light Spring individuals should avoid dark, heavy, and overly cool colours like black, dark navy, and deep purple.
Light Spring makeup colours:
Lips: Light coral, soft peach, and light pink
Eyes: Soft gold, light brown, and light green
Blush: Light peach, soft pink
Bright Spring
Bright Spring lies between Spring and Winter, incorporating some of the bright, clear qualities of Winter. The colours are bright, vibrant, and clear.
Value: High contrast
Intensity: Very high
Undertone: Neutral leaning warm
Colours within Bright Spring: Bright Spring colours are bright, clear, and vibrant. Think of shades like bright fuchsia, clear turquoise, sunny yellow, and bright green.
Colours to Avoid: Bright Spring individuals should avoid muted, earthy, or overly dark shades like olive, mustard, and dark brown.
Bright Spring makeup colours:
Lips: Bright coral, vibrant red, hot pink
Eyes: Bright green, clear turquoise, bright gold
Blush: Vivid pink, bright coral