If you’ve ever tried on a necklace that should work, but somehow makes you look tired or washed out, you’re not alone. It’s not the jewelry’s fault. And it’s not yours either. Chances are, it just wasn’t the right color for your season.
That’s where seasonal color analysis comes in - a system that matches your natural coloring to a palette of tones that flatter you best. When you apply this to your jewelry? Everything clicks. Your skin glows. Your eyes stand out. And your jewelry feels like it was made for you.
Let’s break it down, season by season.
Spring: Warm, Light, and Radiant
If you’re a Spring, your coloring is warm, delicate, and often full of light. Think peachy skin, golden blonde or strawberry hair, and bright eyes in shades of blue, green, or hazel. You wear warm pastels and golden undertones like they were made for you.
Best metals: Yellow gold is your best friend. Not the deep, brassy kind - but a light, buttery gold that mirrors sunshine. Rose gold also works beautifully if it has warmth, especially when paired with peach or coral tones.
Best stones: Citrine, peridot, turquoise, coral, and champagne diamonds. Anything that feels fresh, golden, or garden-inspired will bring out the sparkle in your coloring.
Avoid: Heavy, cool-toned silver or stark black stones. They overpower your softness and make you look pale or flat.
Summer: Cool, Soft, and Elegant
Summers have a cool, muted elegance that’s all about subtle harmony. Ashy blonde or light brown hair, soft blue or grey eyes, and skin with a pink or neutral undertone define this season. You wear dusty pastels and cool greys like they were tailored for you.
Best metals: Soft silver, white gold, or even muted platinum. Nothing too yellow or shiny - your best metals have a clean, almost icy finish that complements your cool skin.
Best stones: Rose quartz, aquamarine, moonstone, soft amethyst, and pale pearls. Think misty, powdery colors with a calming undertone. These add glow without drama.
Avoid: Bright or earthy stones like orange, coral, or strong golds. They clash with your natural softness and can look harsh.
Autumn: Warm, Deep, and Earthy
Autumns glow in rich, saturated earth tones. You might have auburn, copper, or deep brown hair, olive or golden undertoned skin, and warm eyes that look amber, hazel, or green. You look amazing in mustard, rust, olive, and deep teal.
Best metals: Bronze, antique gold, and rich, matte yellow gold. These metals echo the depth and warmth of autumn’s palette. Shiny, polished finishes aren’t the point here - texture matters more.
Best stones: Amber, tiger’s eye, smoky quartz, deep green jade, carnelian, and warm topaz. Think forest, firelight, and falling leaves. Jewelry that feels like it came from the earth itself.
Avoid: Cool silver, icy stones, or anything too light and pastel. These will dull your warmth instead of amplifying it.
Winter: Cool, Clear, and Striking
Winters are all about contrast. Jet black or icy blonde hair, porcelain or deep skin with cool undertones, and eyes that are bright blue, green, or dark brown. You can wear pure white, true black, and bold jewel tones better than anyone.
Best metals: Bright silver, platinum, white gold. Clean, high-shine finishes echo your natural contrast and strength.
Best stones: Emerald, sapphire, ruby, onyx, diamond, and icy blue topaz. Jewel tones and sharp contrasts make your features pop. Don’t be afraid to go bold - your palette can take it.
Avoid: Warm, golden metals or muddy earth tones. These can make your skin look dull or uneven, especially in soft lighting.
So Why Does This Matter?
When your jewelry matches your season, everything looks intentional. The metal reflects light in the right way. The stones echo the colors that already exist in your skin, hair, and eyes. Even the most minimal piece suddenly feels powerful.
It’s not about rules. It’s about harmony.
