Color Palettes

Bright Spring color palette

Bright Spring, also called Clear Spring, is defined by high chroma: vivid, saturated colors with a slightly warm undertone and a medium value. People in this season often have noticeable contrast and sparkle, such as clear bright eyes in blue, green, topaz or warm brown, hair from golden blonde to dark brown or black, and skin from fair to deep with a warm or neutral glow. Use it as a self-guided starting point, not a fixed rule.

Best colors for Bright Spring

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Bright Spring palettes

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Capsule wardrobe

Warm white, bright navy, coral, kelly green and turquoise mix freely.

Work outfits

Bright navy and charcoal with a clear red or violet accent look sharp.

Evening

Hot pink, turquoise and gold for a confident, high-energy night out.

Neutrals

Warm white, sand, taupe, charcoal and bright navy.

Accent colors

Lemon, orange, lime and hot pink for small, vivid pops.

How to wear your colors

Clothing#FF6F61 · #00A86B · #1F3A93Wear clear, saturated colors near your face and pair them with bright navy or charcoal. Muted or dusty shades make you look tired.
Makeup (lips, blush, eyes)#E03C31 · #FF6F61 · #E0218AClear red, coral and bright pink lips are your strong suit. A defined liner in navy, teal or black-brown matches your contrast.
Hair color#C9A15A · #5C3317 · #2B1B17Keep hair clear and glossy: golden blonde, rich medium brown or deep brown-black. Flat, ashy shades fight your brightness.
Jewelry & metals#D4AF37 · #C0C0C0Polished yellow gold and bright silver both work. Shiny stones and sparkle suit you better than matte or antiqued metal.

Colors to avoid

Tips

Frequently asked questions

How do I know if I'm a Bright Spring?

Vivid colors make your eyes sparkle, and soft, dusty colors make you look washed out. You likely have clear contrast between hair, skin and eyes. If bright coral and turquoise beat both muted rose and icy pastels in a daylight test, Bright Spring is a strong candidate.

What's the difference between Bright Spring and Bright Winter?

Both seasons need high chroma. Bright Spring leans slightly warm and suits coral, lemon and kelly green; Bright Winter leans cool and looks best in fuchsia, icy brights and pure white.

Is Clear Spring the same as Bright Spring?

Yes. Some systems call it Clear Spring and others Bright Spring, but both describe the same vivid, slightly warm season.

Can Bright Spring wear black?

Small amounts of black can work thanks to your contrast, but charcoal or bright navy is usually more flattering next to the face.

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