UndertonaSeason comparison
Light Spring vs Warm Spring
Light Spring: Delicate, warm and fresh: think a sunlit morning, not a heatwave. Warm Spring: Pure, sunny warmth with clear, lively color.
Light Spring
Warm Spring
At a glance
| Light Spring | Warm Spring | |
|---|---|---|
| Defining quality | Light | Warm |
| Undertone | neutral warm | warm |
| Depth | light | medium |
| Chroma | medium | bright |
| Contrast | low | medium |
| Best neutrals | Ivory, Light camel, Warm light grey | Cream, Camel, Warm beige |
| Signature lipstick | Peach nude | Coral |
| Best hair color | Golden blonde | Golden brown |
How to tell them apart
- Light Spring is defined by being light, while Warm Spring is defined by being warm. Ask which quality is most obvious in your coloring at first glance.
- Undertone: Light Spring is neutral warm and Warm Spring is warm. Hold peach and tomato red under your chin in daylight; the one that evens out your skin points to your season.
- Depth: Warm Spring is medium and Light Spring is light. If dark, rich shades look natural rather than heavy on you, lean Warm Spring; if they overpower you and lighter shades look fresh, lean Light Spring.
- Chroma: Warm Spring wears bright color and Light Spring wears medium color. If saturated brights make your eyes sparkle, you are closer to Warm Spring; if they look loud and dusty shades look expensive, you are closer to Light Spring.
- Contrast: Light Spring has low contrast and Warm Spring has medium contrast between hair, skin and eyes. A black and white photo of your face makes contrast easy to judge.
- Metals: Light Spring suits light yellow gold, rose gold and polished brass, while Warm Spring suits yellow gold, brass and warm bronze.
Colors both seasons can wear
These shades sit close to both palettes, so they are safe while you decide.
- Peach#FFC4A3
- Light coral#F88379
- Apricot#FBBE8C
- Light turquoise#5FCFC7
- Soft coral red#EE6F5E
- Ivory#FFF4E0
- Light camel#D9BC94
Light Spring colors
- Peach#FFC4A3
- Light coral#F88379
- Apricot#FBBE8C
- Buttercup#F6D55C
- Warm pink#F4A09C
- Mint#98E2C6
- Light aqua#7FD8D2
- Light turquoise#5FCFC7
- Periwinkle#9EAAE8
- Spring green#B5D98C
- Soft coral red#EE6F5E
- Light violet#B9A3E3
Warm Spring colors
- Tomato red#E5533D
- Coral#FF7F50
- Marigold#F3A712
- Golden yellow#FFC72C
- Warm green#4CB33B
- Turquoise#1FB5AD
- Warm teal#1E9E8F
- Clear blue#2A8FD0
- Peach#FFB38A
- Salmon#FA8072
- Warm violet#8E6BBF
- Leaf green#7DBE3C
Frequently asked questions
What is the main difference between Light Spring and Warm Spring?
Light Spring is defined by being light, while Warm Spring is defined by being warm. Ask which quality is most obvious in your coloring at first glance.
Which colors can both Light Spring and Warm Spring wear?
Peach, Light coral, Apricot, Light turquoise, Soft coral red, Ivory, Light camel sit close to both palettes, so they are safe choices while you decide.
Can a Light Spring be mistaken for a Warm Spring?
Yes, they are common mix-ups because they share traits. Compare how black and black look near your face: each season's worst color is the other's clue.