Capsule wardrobe neutrals
- Soft white#EFEDE8
- Taupe grey#A79E94
- Cocoa#7A6660
- Pewter#8E9196
- Soft navy#414C63
Accent colors
- Dusty rose#C99AA0
- Mauve#B784A7
- Soft plum#8D6A8A
- Slate blue#6A7FA0
- Sage#9CAF88
- Soft teal#5E8E8C
- Grey blue#8497B0
- Muted raspberry#A8506A
- Soft lavender#A99BBD
- Eucalyptus#7FA39A
- Rose brown#A07E7A
- Denim#6F8FAF
Outfit formulas
- Taupe grey coat + dusty rose sweater + pewter jewelry
- Soft navy trousers + slate blue shirt + cocoa loafers
- Sage dress + soft white cardigan + rose gold earrings
- Denim jacket + mauve tee + grey jeans
Prints and patterns
Soft, blurred prints: watercolor florals, heathered knits, tonal plaids. Avoid sharp black and white graphics.
Metals and accessories
Pewter, brushed silver, rose gold and matte white gold. Brushed finishes suit you better than high shine.
What to avoid
- Pure black
- Neon brights
- Stark white shirts
Soft Summer outfit FAQ
What colors should Soft Summer wear?
Build on soft white, taupe grey, cocoa and add accents like dusty rose, mauve, soft plum.
What prints suit Soft Summer?
Soft, blurred prints: watercolor florals, heathered knits, tonal plaids. Avoid sharp black and white graphics.
What should Soft Summer avoid wearing?
Pure black, Neon brights, Stark white shirts.
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