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Soft Summer

Soft and cool-neutral, slightly muted overall. Eyes grey-blue or soft hazel; hair mousey ash; skin neutral with cool drift.

Keywords: soft · muted · neutral-cool
Family: Summer

Working palette

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Metals & neutrals

Brushed silver, antiqued pewter — nothing high-shine.
Neutrals: Storm grey, taupe, muted denim.

What to avoid

Icy bright pastels
Golden yellow
Crisp white

Styling note

The most forgiving of texture over colour: matte fabrics, tonal outfits, minimal shine.

Other seasons

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FAQ

What colors can a Soft Summer wear?

Your family's palette centers on soft, muted, neutral-cool hues — the swatches on this page are a working starting set. Storm grey, taupe, muted denim. for neutrals; metals read best in brushed silver, antiqued pewter — nothing high-shine.

What should a Soft Summer avoid?

Icy bright pastels, Golden yellow, Crisp white — these fight the skin's natural warmth, depth or clarity and drag the face grey.