Winter Season

Deep Winter

Deep Winter combines cool undertones with depth and richness. You have dramatic, high-contrast coloring that looks stunning in deep, vivid cool colors.

Your Color Season Characteristics

  • High contrast between features
  • Cool undertones with depth
  • Dark hair (black or very dark brown)
  • Dark or striking eye color
  • Olive, deep, or porcelain skin
  • Dramatic, striking appearance

Your Best Colors

Colors to Wear

BlackDeep purpleTrue redDark emeraldNavyBurgundyDeep tealRoyal bluePine greenDark plumRubyCharcoal

Colors to Avoid

Warm brownsOrangePeachWarm yellowSoft pastelsMuted colorsBeige

Your Neutrals

These are your best neutrals for basics and building outfits.

BlackCharcoalNavyDeep grayPure whiteIcy gray

Accent Colors

Use these colors for pops of color in accessories or statement pieces.

True redEmeraldRoyal blueDeep purple

Makeup & Hair Tips

Makeup Tips

  • Deep berry or wine blush
  • Smoky grays, purples, and deep greens
  • True red or deep berry lipstick
  • Black mascara for drama
  • Cool or neutral foundation

Hair Color Tips

  • Blue-black
  • Deep cool brown
  • Avoid warm highlights
  • Keep it dark and rich

Best Metal: Silver, platinum, white gold

Celebrity Style Inspiration

These celebrities are Deep Winters you can look to for color inspiration:

Anne HathawayLucy LiuSandra BullockCourteney CoxPriyanka Chopra

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Deep Winter the same as True Winter?

Deep Winter is a subtype of Winter with emphasis on depth and richness. They share cool undertones but Deep Winter specifically suits the deepest, most saturated colors.

Can Deep Winter wear gold jewelry?

Silver and platinum are most flattering for Deep Winter. If wearing gold, choose white gold or cooler-toned gold pieces.

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