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Spring Color Palettes Explained: Outfits for Clear, Light, and Warm Spring

September 14, 2025

Spring is all about freshness, brightness, and glow. But within Spring, there are three distinct palettes—Clear (Bright), Light, and Warm (True) Spring—and each one has its own rules. The wrong color can wash you out, but the right one will make your skin luminous and your eyes stand out.

Instead of guessing, LookSky offers an instant color season analysis and virtual try-on so you can shop right shades in your feed, matched to your season. Here’s how each Spring palette translates into tops, bottoms, dresses, and outerwear—so you can see the difference for yourself.

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What are the 3 Spring color palettes?
Clear Spring, Light Spring, and Warm Spring—each with its own range of flattering brights.

How do I know which Spring palette I am?
Take LookSky’s 1 minute Style Quiz and preview each palette. Shop by your color season and then use our virtual try-on to see which one makes your skin glow.

What colors should a Spring avoid?
Springs should skip dark, muted shades (like black or olive drab) that dull their natural brightness.

Best Pinks for Spring Color Season

Best pinks for Light, True, and Bright Spring color types

Adelyn Rae Andaz Pleated Organza Sleeve Surplice Top (Light Spring)

• Why it works: This airy hot pink leans pastel-bright, which harmonizes with the light, delicate undertones of a Light Spring. The translucence keeps the hue from overwhelming fairer complexions.

Michael Stars Bailey Gauze Button Down Shirt (True Spring)

• Why it works: Pitaya pink has a golden warmth that flatters True Spring’s sunny undertones. It enhances natural radiance while staying vibrant enough to feel fresh and playful.

Saint + Sofia Nova Racer Vest in Fuchsia Pink (Bright Spring)

• Why it works: A bold, high-contrast fuchsia sits perfectly against the clear, bright complexion of a Bright Spring. The intensity of the shade sharpens features and brings skin tone to life.

Expert Tip: Each Spring palette shines in a different type of pink—Light Spring glows in soft, luminous brights, True Spring in warm, golden-leaning shades, and Bright Spring in bold, saturated hues.

Curious which pink makes your skin glow?

Try these on in LookSky with Virtual Try-On before you check out.

Best Blues for Spring Color Season

Halara SoftlyZero™ Plush Square Neck Cropped Yoga Tank (Light Spring)

• Why it works: Lotus blue is soft, fresh, and luminous—perfect for Light Spring’s delicate undertones. It adds brightness without overwhelming the skin, keeping the overall look airy and light.

Button Half Placket Tank Top (True Spring)

• Why it works: Royal blue carries a hint of warmth that flatters True Spring’s golden undertones. It grounds brighter colors while still staying radiant against the skin.

River Island Blue Pintuck Stretch Denim Top (Bright Spring)

• Why it works: This saturated cobalt-style blue matches Bright Spring’s high-contrast energy. Its clarity sharpens features and amplifies skin brightness, making the whole look pop.

Expert Tip: Light Springs glow in soft, luminous pastels, True Springs shine in warmer, golden-tinted hues, and Bright Springs come alive in bold, saturated brights.

Want to see which blue makes your skin light up?

Try it on in LookSky with Virtual Try-On before you add to cart.

Best Purples for Spring Color Season

Princess Highway Kara Knit Tank (Light Spring)

• Why it works: Soft lilac is light and airy, matching the gentle brightness of Light Spring skin tones. It adds just enough color without overwhelming delicate undertones.

Naked Cashmere Noname Chunky Turtleneck (True Spring)

• Why it works: Sugar plum purple carries a subtle warmth that harmonizes with True Spring’s golden undertones. The richness glows without feeling too heavy.

Urban Outfitters BDG Universal Boxy Tee (Bright Spring)

• Why it works: Orchid haze is vivid and saturated, ideal for Bright Spring’s high-contrast look. Its clarity enhances natural vibrancy and keeps the complexion radiant.

Expert Tip: Light Spring purples are soft and pastel, True Spring purples lean warm and glowing, while Bright Spring purples thrive in bold, saturated tones.

Want to see which purple makes your features pop?

Try them on in LookSky with Virtual Try-On before you buy.

Best Greens for Spring Color Season

Best green tops for Spring color analysis

TWOTHIRDS Beechey Sweater in Tea Green (Light Spring)

• Why it works: This soft tea green has a fresh, airy brightness that flatters Light Spring’s delicate undertones. It adds color while keeping the overall effect light and luminous.

Adelyn Rae Keva Wrap Cuffed Sleeve Blouse (True Spring)

• Why it works: Lake green leans warm and golden, which enhances True Spring’s naturally sunny complexion. It glows against the skin without overpowering.

ASOS JDY High Neck Long Sleeve Top in Dark Green (Bright Spring)

• Why it works: This saturated dark green has enough clarity and depth to complement Bright Spring’s high-contrast coloring. Its richness brings out brightness in the skin and eyes.

Expert Tip: Light Spring thrives in fresh, pastel greens, True Spring glows in golden-leaning greens, and Bright Spring comes alive in bold, saturated greens.

Want to know which green lights up your skin?

Try them on in LookSky with Virtual Try-On before you buy.

FAQs

Is Clear Spring the same as Bright Spring?
Yes—they’re two names for the same palette, focused on high-contrast brights.

What’s the difference between Light Spring and Warm Spring?
Light Spring leans pastel and delicate; Warm Spring leans golden and earthy.

Do I need a stylist to figure this out?
No—LookSky’s personal AI stylist shows you what works and lets you preview each palette in Virtual Try-On.

“Color is the fastest way to look instantly radiant. As a Clear Spring myself, I know how frustrating it feels to buy something in the wrong shade—it just sits in your closet. That’s why LookSky only recommends the hues that truly light you up, and with our virtual try-on, you’ll see the glow before you spend a dollar.” — Samantha Shih, Co-Founder of LookSky

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