Posted by Edwardnof on September 04, 2026 at 12:13:51:
In Reply to: Glad to join the forum posted by \ on June 15, 2026 at 17:19:10:
Hey friends,
I've been attempting to figure out whether I fit Deep Winter or Deep Summer, and frankly, it's been pretty puzzling. I have dark hair and a skin tone that's hard to nail down—my undertone is pretty hard to read, so it's tough to tell which palette flatters me best. Some of the Deep Winter colors like the rich navy blues and pure black really highlight a sharpness in my face, but then I notice that some of the more muted, dusty plums and greys from Deep Summer also make me look even and less harsh.
The tricky thing is that both palettes have overlapping cool, deep tones, so it's hard to see the minor differences in how they interact with my skin. Sometimes, when I test clothes or scarves from each palette, the lighting changes everything—I can look vibrant one moment and dull the next.
I did find some visual comparison charts online that highlight the key differences between Deep Winter and Deep Summer, especially around undertones and contrast levels, which helped a bit skin color chart . But even with those, it's still a problem because my skin doesn't lean clearly cool or warm, and my dark hair and eyes don't really offer any clarity either.
Has anyone else faced this back-and-forth with these deep, cool seasons? How did you wind up deciding which palette fits you better? Are there specific subtle cues or tests that helped you figure it out without going for a full professional analysis? I'd truly appreciate any tips or personal stories so I can stop feeling stuck between these two palettes. Thanks a ton!