UndertonaSeason comparison
Warm Autumn vs Deep Autumn
Warm Autumn: Rich, golden and spicy: the full warmth of autumn leaves. Deep Autumn: Deep, warm and dramatic, with rich spice-market color.
Warm Autumn
Deep Autumn
At a glance
| Warm Autumn | Deep Autumn | |
|---|---|---|
| Defining quality | Warm | Deep |
| Undertone | warm | neutral warm |
| Depth | medium | deep |
| Chroma | medium | medium |
| Contrast | medium | medium |
| Best neutrals | Cream, Camel, Chocolate | Espresso, Chocolate, Dark camel |
| Signature lipstick | Brick | Mahogany |
| Best hair color | Auburn | Espresso brown |
How to tell them apart
- Warm Autumn is defined by being warm, while Deep Autumn is defined by being deep. Ask which quality is most obvious in your coloring at first glance.
- Undertone: Warm Autumn is warm and Deep Autumn is neutral warm. Hold pumpkin and mahogany under your chin in daylight; the one that evens out your skin points to your season.
- Depth: Deep Autumn is deep and Warm Autumn is medium. If dark, rich shades look natural rather than heavy on you, lean Deep Autumn; if they overpower you and lighter shades look fresh, lean Warm Autumn.
- Metals: Warm Autumn suits yellow gold, copper, bronze and brass, while Deep Autumn suits yellow gold, antique gold, copper and bronze.
Colors both seasons can wear
These shades sit close to both palettes, so they are safe while you decide.
- Pumpkin#D2691E
- Rust#B7410E
- Burnt orange#CC5500
- Mustard#E1AD01
- Olive#708238
- Moss green#6B7B3A
- Forest green#3F6B3A
- Brick red#A0412D
Warm Autumn colors
- Pumpkin#D2691E
- Rust#B7410E
- Burnt orange#CC5500
- Mustard#E1AD01
- Olive#708238
- Moss green#6B7B3A
- Warm teal#2F7D73
- Forest green#3F6B3A
- Brick red#A0412D
- Camel#C19A6B
- Bronze#B08D57
- Warm tomato#C8553D
Deep Autumn colors
- Mahogany#7C3A2D
- Deep rust#9A3B1F
- Forest green#2E4D2E
- Deep teal#1F5C5A
- Dark olive#556B2F
- Deep mustard#C99A16
- Pumpkin#C4581C
- Warm aubergine#4E2A3A
- Deep tomato#A8322A
- Bronze#8C6A34
- Petrol blue#1F4E5F
- Oxblood#5E1F24
Frequently asked questions
What is the main difference between Warm Autumn and Deep Autumn?
Warm Autumn is defined by being warm, while Deep Autumn is defined by being deep. Ask which quality is most obvious in your coloring at first glance.
Which colors can both Warm Autumn and Deep Autumn wear?
Pumpkin, Rust, Burnt orange, Mustard, Olive, Moss green, Forest green, Brick red sit close to both palettes, so they are safe choices while you decide.
Can a Warm Autumn be mistaken for a Deep Autumn?
Yes, they are common mix-ups because they share traits. Compare how black and baby pink look near your face: each season's worst color is the other's clue.