UndertonaSeason comparison
Deep Winter vs True Winter
Deep Winter: Dark, cool and striking, with jewel toned drama. True Winter: Icy, crisp and pure: the coolest, clearest colors.
Deep Winter
True Winter
At a glance
| Deep Winter | True Winter | |
|---|---|---|
| Defining quality | Deep | Cool |
| Undertone | neutral cool | cool |
| Depth | deep | medium |
| Chroma | bright | bright |
| Contrast | high | high |
| Best neutrals | Black, Charcoal, Pure white | Black, Pure white, Charcoal |
| Signature lipstick | True red | Blue red |
| Best hair color | Soft black | Cool dark brown |
How to tell them apart
- Deep Winter is defined by being deep, while True Winter is defined by being cool. Ask which quality is most obvious in your coloring at first glance.
- Undertone: Deep Winter is neutral cool and True Winter is cool. Hold true red and cherry red under your chin in daylight; the one that evens out your skin points to your season.
- Depth: Deep Winter is deep and True Winter is medium. If dark, rich shades look natural rather than heavy on you, lean Deep Winter; if they overpower you and lighter shades look fresh, lean True Winter.
- Metals: Deep Winter suits silver, platinum, white gold and gunmetal, while True Winter suits silver, platinum and white gold with a high shine.
Colors both seasons can wear
These shades sit close to both palettes, so they are safe while you decide.
- True red#C8102E
- Sapphire#1F3F99
- Cobalt#0047AB
- Icy pink#F3D2E0
- Black#0A0A0A
- Charcoal#333639
- Pure white#FFFFFF
- Midnight navy#1B2440
Deep Winter colors
- True red#C8102E
- Cool burgundy#7B1E3A
- Emerald#0B7A55
- Sapphire#1F3F99
- Royal purple#5B2A86
- Deep fuchsia#A8235F
- Pine green#0E4D3E
- Deep cool teal#0B5E6F
- Cranberry#8E1F3D
- Cobalt#0047AB
- Blackberry#3D1C3D
- Icy pink#F3D2E0
True Winter colors
- Cherry red#D2042D
- Royal blue#1F4FD1
- Emerald#009B77
- Magenta#C8007A
- Fuchsia#E0218A
- Sapphire#0F52BA
- Icy blue#D6ECF3
- Icy pink#F6D6E2
- Violet#6A2BA8
- Pine#01796F
- Icy lemon#F7F5B0
- Cobalt#0047AB
Frequently asked questions
What is the main difference between Deep Winter and True Winter?
Deep Winter is defined by being deep, while True Winter is defined by being cool. Ask which quality is most obvious in your coloring at first glance.
Which colors can both Deep Winter and True Winter wear?
True red, Sapphire, Cobalt, Icy pink, Black, Charcoal, Pure white, Midnight navy sit close to both palettes, so they are safe choices while you decide.
Can a Deep Winter be mistaken for a True Winter?
Yes, they are common mix-ups because they share traits. Compare how orange and orange look near your face: each season's worst color is the other's clue.