Deep Winter vs. Cool Winter
Side-by-side comparison to help you find your true season.
Deep Winter
Cool-neutralDeepClear
#8A1828
Crimson
#5A1828
Burgundy
#0A5A28
Emerald Green
#1A2A6A
Sapphire Blue
#3A1A5A
Deep Purple
#2A2A30
Charcoal
#000000
Pure Black
#FFFFFF
Optic White
Cool Winter
CoolMedium-deepClear
#C01020
True Red
#D02A5A
Hot Pink
#1A2A8A
Royal Blue
#B02A7A
Fuchsia
#0A6A30
Emerald
#000000
Pure Black
#FFFFFF
Optic White
#D0D0D8
Ice Gray
What They Share
- •Both are cool-leaning Winter seasons
- •Both handle pure black and white exceptionally well
- •Both shine in high-contrast combinations
- •Both look best in silver or white metals
The Deciding Difference
Value (depth) is the deciding factor. Deep Winter has the darkest palette within Winter - think midnight, charcoal, and deep burgundy. Cool Winter has medium-deep values with signature icy brights.
Try These Drape Tests
Compare these specific colors in natural daylight near your face.
| Item | Deep Winter | vs | Cool Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue swatch | #1A1A3A | vs | #1A2A8A |
| Red swatch | #8A1828 | vs | #C01020 |
| Gray swatch | #2A2A30 | vs | #D0D0D8 |
| Pink swatch | #D8A0B0 | vs | #D02A5A |
How to Decide
If you feel most powerful in deep, shadowy colors like midnight blue and charcoal, you are likely Deep Winter. If clear icy colors like hot pink and royal blue energize you, Cool Winter is a better fit.