Season comparison
Cool Summer vs Light Summer.
Both are soft, cool Summers. Light Summer is lighter and more delicate, palest pastels suit it. Cool Summer is a touch deeper and more clearly cool, it carries slightly richer dusty blues and roses.
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At a glance
The difference.
You're likely Cool Summer
…if your undertone reads cool, your depth is medium-low, and you glow in cool rose and cool navy.
You're likely Light Summer
…if your undertone reads cool-neutral, your depth is low, and you glow in cool rose and soft grey.
The coloring
Feature by feature.
Who's who
Celebrities in each.
Cool Summer
Cool Summer vs Light Summer
Common questions.
What is the difference between Cool Summer and Light Summer?+
Both are soft, cool Summers. Light Summer is lighter and more delicate, palest pastels suit it. Cool Summer is a touch deeper and more clearly cool, it carries slightly richer dusty blues and roses.
How do I know if I'm a Cool Summer or a Light Summer?+
Compare your skin's undertone and depth against each. Cool Summer: Cool pink, rosy, cool neutral. Light Summer: Cool ivory, pink-rose, neutral-fair with rosy cheeks. Drape both palettes near your face, the right one evens your skin; the wrong one casts shadow or dullness.
Can you be both Cool Summer and Light Summer?+
No, you sit in one season, but as adjacent neighbours these two share part of their palette, so the overlap colors are safe either way. Your best version comes from the one that matches your undertone and depth exactly.
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