Foundation
Neutral to neutral cool shades with a soft satin finish. Very warm or very pink shades both look off.
Best lipstick shades
- Rosy nude#B98A8A
- Dusty rose#B97A86
- Muted berry#95556A
- Mauve#A26F82
- Soft plum#835A70
Blush
- Dusty rose#C9909A
- Soft mauve#B98897
- Muted pink#D3A0A6
Eyeshadow
- Mushroom taupe#9A8C84
- Soft plum#836A7E
- Slate#6F7883
- Rose brown#9C7B77
- Soft sage#8E9E86
Eyeliner and mascara
Soft brown grey, slate or muted plum, smudged rather than sharp.
Makeup tips for Soft Summer
- Matte or satin textures look more natural than high gloss or frost.
- Blend every edge: soft transitions mirror your low contrast coloring.
- A muted berry lip is your version of a statement lip.
Makeup to avoid
- Bright red lipstick
- Glittery or metallic gold eyeshadow
- Orange coral blush
Soft Summer makeup FAQ
What lipstick color suits Soft Summer?
Rosy nude, Dusty rose, Muted berry are the most flattering lipstick families for Soft Summer. Avoid bright red lipstick.
What foundation undertone should Soft Summer use?
Neutral to neutral cool shades with a soft satin finish. Very warm or very pink shades both look off.
What eyeliner color is best for Soft Summer?
Soft brown grey, slate or muted plum, smudged rather than sharp.
Not sure you are Soft Summer?
These seasons share a quality with Soft Summer and are the most common mix-ups.
Soft Autumn
Warm, muted and earthy, like a hazy golden afternoon.
Light Summer
Airy, cool and gentle, like a watercolor sky.
Cool Summer
Cool, calm and elegant, with soft blue-based color.
Side by side: Soft Summer vs Soft Autumn · Cool Summer vs Soft Summer · Light Summer vs Soft Summer