Can I get a comparison between Soft Summer and Light Summer and why I lean more toward the latter?

Understanding the difference between Light Summer and Soft Summer can be crucial when you want to find the colors that truly enhance you in your color analysis. Both seasons are considered cool and relatively soft, but the tone and clarity set them apart.

Soft Summer vs. Light Summer

• Soft Summer – Think of a late summer evening with silvery, muted light. The colors are subdued and almost misty. The overall impression is soft and gray-toned.
• Light Summer – More like morning light on a sunny July day: bright, cool, and powdery. The colors have more clarity and feel lighter.

Both palettes are therefore cool, but Soft Summer lacks the light and fresh feeling that’s typical of Light Summer.

Why do you land in Light Summer?

In your analysis, we’ve seen more of the light and fresh than the muted. Your features appear clearer, and lighter colors lift the face better than the somewhat grayer tones of Soft Summer. That’s why you carry the lighter and more sparkling summer tones beautifully.

Many who land in Light Summer can still borrow certain base colors from Soft Summer – especially the cool, soft shades. However, the entire Soft Summer palette often becomes too muted and lacks the radiance that makes you shine.

Tips for your palette

1. Focus on light, clear pastels that have a cool impression.
2. Borrow soft base colors from Soft Summer if they feel harmonious, but avoid making the entire outfit too gray-toned.
3. Compare in daylight – when trying colors, make sure the light is natural to assess how clarity affects the skin and eyes.

By focusing on the lighter, more powdery shades from Light Summer, you get a palette that lifts your natural colors and gives you a fresh and balanced impression. This is the core of a successful seasonal color analysis and helps you choose clothes and makeup that truly suit you.

Need tips on wearing neutral colors? Check out Soft Summer: black and white. You can always order a Bespoke Analysis to get exactly the right palette.