Summer color type: characteristics, subtypes and matching colors

The Summer color type is one of the four main color types and is characterized by its cool, soft nuances. In this article, you'll learn everything about the characteristics of the Summer type, which colors are ideal for it, and which subtypes exist.

What characterizes the summer color type?

The Summer color type belongs to the cool color palette. People with this type often have a delicate, low-contrast complexion and their colors give them an overall soft and muted appearance.

Summer color type: characteristics

The Summer color type is characterized by a light to medium-light complexion with a cool undertone, often rosy or olive. Some people with this color type have porcelain-like skin that may have a slight reddish sheen. Freckles are rare. The eye colors of the Summer type range from cool blues and gray to cool green or brown nuances, which often appear soft and "hazy." Hair color is also typical for this color type: It varies from ash blonde to ash brown to cool dark brown. Even natural blondes always have a cool, ashy undertone and never appear golden.

The perfect color palette for the summer color type

The color palette of the summer type includes a variety of cool and muted shades that perfectly underscore their gentle charisma. Blue tones such as dove blue, ice blue, steel blue, and smoky blue harmonize wonderfully and exude timelessly elegant appeal. Pink in delicate shades such as rose, dusty rose, or cool pink adds freshness and a feminine touch. Gray, from light to stone gray, is a neutral and versatile color that fits perfectly into any wardrobe. Purple tones such as lavender and lilac emphasize the cool, gentle effect and provide subtle accents. Green tones such as sage green, mint, and cool turquoise also bring a pleasant freshness without dominating. Cool beige tones, silver gray, and off-white are ideal for the basis of a capsule wardrobe, as they are timeless and perfectly combinable.

The three subtypes of the summer type

The summer color type can be divided into three subcategories, which further differentiate the soft and cool color palette.

Light Summer

The light summer , also called light summer, is characterized by a particularly delicate and light aura. People with this subtype often have a light complexion, very light hair ranging from ash blonde to light brown, and light eyes. The preferred colors for the light summer are soft pastels such as lilac, light mint, delicate rose, and dove blue, which perfectly emphasize the lightness of this type.

In our Light Summer Guide you will find an overview of the best colors as well as recommendations for makeup and subtle nail polish colors.

Cool Summer

Cool Summer , also called Cool or True Summer, is the most classic variation of the Summer type and encompasses the coolest and most harmonious colors within the palette. People with this subtype have cool skin, eye colors like gray, blue, or green, and ashy hair colors. Clearly cool tones like steel blue, mauve, silver gray, or cool pink harmonize particularly well with this type and ideally emphasize its cool elegance.

In our Cool Summer Guide you will find an overview of the ideal colors as well as recommendations for makeup and matching nail polish colors.

Soft Summer

The muted summer , also called soft summer, appears subtle and less contrasting than the other subtypes. The colors of this type are soft and often have a slightly neutral tendency. People with this color type have skin with a cool undertone, ashy hair colors, and soft eye colors. Muted shades such as sage green, smoky blue, lavender, or soft gray particularly well emphasize the gentle and reserved effect of this color type.

In our Soft Summer Guide you will find an overview of the best colors as well as recommendations for makeup and nail polish.

Makeup for the summer type

Summer types should also opt for cool, soft colors in their makeup. A foundation with a cool, rosy undertone is ideal for harmoniously balancing the complexion. Lipsticks in delicate rose tones, cool pink, or mauve add freshness and are a perfect match for this color type. For eye makeup, gray, blue, or cool brown shades are ideal, as they gently emphasize the eyes without being overpowering. The look is rounded off with nail polish in pastel pink, cool beige, or delicate purple.

How do I know if I'm a summer type?

A professional color analysis is the best way to accurately determine your color type. Alternatively, you can test yourself using the following methods:

Cloth test: Hold different cool colors (e.g., pastel blue, lilac) and warm colors (e.g., orange, apricot) against your face. Do cool, delicate colors make your complexion glow? Then you're a summer type.

Jewelry test: Does silver jewelry look more harmonious than gold? This also speaks for the summer type.

Vein test: Look at the veins on the inside of your wrist. If they appear bluish or purple, this indicates a cool undertone, which is consistent with your summer skin tone.

Eye and hair color: Summer types often have ashy hair colors (e.g. ash blonde or ash brown) and eyes in cool tones such as blue, gray or green.

Makeup test: Apply a cool rose or a delicate mauve to your lips and compare how it contrasts with warm colors like coral or apricot. Does cool makeup blend in? This is another indicator of your summer type.

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Color Guides for the Summer Color Type:

For each color type category, we have created specialized Color Guides to help you discover and implement your optimal color palette. These digital guides are a fantastic tool for anyone looking to perfectly align their wardrobe, makeup, and accessories with their color type.

What to Expect in the Color Guides?

Over 100 Curated Colors: Instead of sifting through countless color palettes, you'll receive over 100 shades specifically tailored to your color type. Whether it's clothing, accessories, or makeup – you can immediately start selecting pieces that complement your natural beauty, without wasting time or money.

Makeup Recommendations: From eyeshadow to lipstick and blush – the guide includes concrete product recommendations designed to enhance your natural radiance.

With the Color Guides, you can be confident that you’re only wearing colors that truly suit you. They are an invaluable resource for building a well-thought-out, personalized wardrobe and make your daily styling choices effortlessly easy