Summer · also called True Summer

Cool Summer outfits and clothing colors

Cool Summer outfits look refined in blue-based neutrals with a soft cool accent. Medium contrast is your sweet spot.

Capsule wardrobe neutrals

Accent colors

Outfit formulas

Prints and patterns

Soft geometric prints, cool florals and tonal stripes. Keep edges softer than a Winter would.

Metals and accessories

Silver, platinum, white gold and pewter. Pearls in white or soft grey are especially flattering.

What to avoid

Cool Summer outfit FAQ

What colors should Cool Summer wear?

Build on soft white, blue grey, charcoal blue and add accents like raspberry, cool pink, watermelon.

What prints suit Cool Summer?

Soft geometric prints, cool florals and tonal stripes. Keep edges softer than a Winter would.

What should Cool Summer avoid wearing?

Camel and khaki, Orange and mustard, Warm animal prints.

Not sure you are Cool Summer?

These seasons share a quality with Cool Summer and are the most common mix-ups.

Side by side: Cool Summer vs Soft Summer · Light Summer vs Cool Summer · Cool Summer vs True Winter