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Winter Season

Deep Winter

Deep, cool, and mysteriously powerful

Skin

Deep, cool or olive-toned, powerful

Hair

Deep black-brown to blue-black

Eyes

Near-black brown or very dark

Features

Deep, commanding features with cool intensity

About this season

Dark Winter is the deepest and most dramatic of the Winter seasons - bordering on Autumn in depth but rooted in cool intensity. Your colouring is deep, cool, and powerful. You have rich dark features with a cool undertone that demands deep, luxurious colours. Dark Winter is perhaps the most impactful and commanding of all twelve seasons.

Dark Winter's palette is deep, cool, and luxurious. Unlike True Winter, you can handle more depth and earthiness, as long as it retains a cool base. Think midnight navy, deep plum, icy silver, cool emerald, charcoal, and black. The palette is glamorous and intense.

Depth

lightmediumdeep

Clarity

mutedmoderateclearvery clear

Undertone

coolneutral-coolneutralneutral-warmwarm

Contrast

lowmediumhigh

Adjust to your own colouring

Style inspiration

Famous Deep Winters

These well-known faces are widely cited as examples of the Deep Winter season - a useful visual reference when you're wondering if this palette resonates with yours.

Kendall Jenner - Deep Winter season example

Kendall Jenner

Deep cool colouring, dark hair and striking high-contrast features

Photo: Georges Biard (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Meghan Markle - Deep Winter season example

Meghan Markle

Deep, cool colouring with rich dark and powerful features

Photo: Genevieve/Firebrace (CC BY 2.0)

Priyanka Chopra - Deep Winter season example

Priyanka Chopra

Deep cool, rich olive skin and dramatically dark features

Photo: Flickr/CC BY 2.0

Monica Bellucci - Deep Winter season example

Monica Bellucci

Deeply dramatic cool Italian colouring with powerful presence

Photo: Raph_PH (CC BY 2.0)

Penelope Cruz - Deep Winter season example

Penelope Cruz

Deep cool, dramatically dark Mediterranean features

Photo: Chrisa Hickey (CC BY 3.0)

Sandra Bullock - Deep Winter season example

Sandra Bullock

Deep cool colouring with dark features and striking high contrast

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Your palette

What suits you

Midnight Navy

Deep Plum

Icy Silver

Deep Emerald

Charcoal

Deep Burgundy

True Black

Deep Cool Blue

Dark Teal

Dark Violet

Cool Silver-Grey

Deep Indigo

Deep Cobalt

Dark Forest Green

Dark Deep Violet

Dark Crimson

Blackish Indigo

Dark Deep Teal

Key pieces

Green Leopard Ruched Bust Detail Maxi in multicolour for soft-summer

Our Green Leopard Ruched Bust Detail Maxi is a strappy halter neck maxi dress in a vibrant green leopard print. Gathers at the bust create a flattering shape, and a side front split adds movement as you walk. Key Features Green leopard print Strappy halter neckline Ruched bust detail Side front split Maxi length 100% polyester Styling Tips Style with strappy sandals and gold jewellery for holidays and summer parties, or add a denim jacket for cooler evenings. Model is 5'8 and wears a size 10

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boohoo Women's Slub Cinched Waist T-Shirt in White in white for bright-winter
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Elasticated cinched waistband detail creates a gathered, ruched effect across the lower half of the top for an effortlessly defined silhouette Crafted from slub fabric, giving the top a subtly textured, lived-in finish that adds visual interest to a simple design Relaxed, oversized drape through the body with dropped shoulders for a laid-back, easy-wearing feel Clean round neckline keeps the look understated and easy to style up or down Short cap sleeves with a soft, rolled edge add a casual yet considered finishing touch This slub cinched waist top is the kind of effortless piece that works harder than it looks. The ruched waistband detail is the real star here - it gathers the fabric into soft folds that hint at shape without being overly fitted, making it a brilliant option for those days when you want to look put-together without trying too hard. The relaxed silhouette through the body keeps things comfortable and cool, whether you're heading out for brunch, a casual shopping trip, or a laid-back family gathering. Style it as the model does with wide-leg striped trousers and gold stud earrings for a breezy, coordinated look that feels current and considered. Alternatively, tuck the front lightly into high-waisted jeans and finish with trainers for an easy everyday outfit. A lightweight jacket thrown over the top transitions the look seamlessly into cooler evenings without losing any of its relaxed charm. | boohoo Women's Slub Cinched Waist T-Shirt in White | Size: 10 | Polyurethane

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Black Jersey Sequin Trouser in black for deep-winter

Black Jersey Sequin Trouser

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-£35.99

Add some sparkle to your wardrobe with our black sequin trousers. Made in stretch jersey sequin, they're full length with a straight leg, a comfortable high elasticated waist and full lining.Key Features: Luxe black sequins Elasticated high waist Straight leg Fully lined for comfort Styling Tips:Pair with our Cream Sequin Cami Top and an oversized blazer, from party nights to special occasions.Inside leg: 80cmModel is 5'10" and wears a size 10

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Black Soft Belted Jacket in blue for deep-winter

Black Soft Belted Jacket

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-£20.79

Our Black Belted Jacket is made in a soft, medium weight crepe with a collar and tie belt, so you can wear it as a jacket or belted as a top.Key Features: Soft medium weight crepe Collar detail Tie belt to cinch the waist Wear as a jacket or top Styling Tips:Wear belted with jeans and boots, or over a dress.Model is 5'8" and wears a size S

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Black Floral Ruche Side Midi Skirt in multicolour for deep-winter

Our Black Floral Ruche Side Midi Skirt is a fitted midi skirt with bold red flowers and green leaves on a black base. Ruching down the front and an adjustable tie let you choose how high the split sits, for an easy way to dress it up or down. Key Features Black floral print with red flowers Fitted midi shape Ruched front with adjustable tie Split detail Zip fastening 100% polyester Styling Tips Pair with a black bodysuit and heels for evenings, or a simple tee and trainers for daytime. Length: 90cm (39cm at the highest point of the split)

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Black and Ivory Printed Co-ord Halter Neck Top in neutral for bright-winter

Halter neck swing style top with tie neck detail at the back. Available in a matching wide leg trouser to create a co-ord Model is 5'7 and wears a size 8

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Avoid

What to step away from

Warm earthy tones, orange, and golden shades conflict with your cool depth. Very pale pastels can make you look unwell - you need depth and richness. Muted dusty tones also fall flat.

Golden Yellow

Warm Orange

Camel

Pale Warm Mint

Warm Brown

Warm Sand

How to wear it

Building your wardrobe

Deep, cool jewel tones - midnight navy, deep plum, icy silver, cool emerald, and true black. You are one of the few seasons that truly owns black - it looks natural and powerful on you. Deep plum and midnight navy are your signature jewel tones. Monochromatic dressing in deep tones is incredibly powerful on you. Avoid warming your look - even a warm-toned accessory can subtly undermine the whole effect.

Prints and patterns

Patterns that work for you

Deep, dramatic prints - large-scale dark florals, bold geometric in your deep palette, and rich abstract prints in midnight navy and plum. You can carry large-scale, complex patterns where lighter seasons would be overwhelmed. Avoid warm-toned, earthy, or muted prints.

Pattern inspiration

Accessories and jewellery

Accessories inspiration

Finishing touches

Icy silver jewellery and accessories look particularly striking against your deep colouring. Bold, dramatic pieces suit your powerful presence. Deep black, midnight navy, and cool-toned leather accessories. Avoid warm gold and earthy leather which will introduce warmth that fights your cool depth.

Hair

Hair

Deep black-brown and blue-black are your most powerful shades. True black is very striking on you. Avoid any warm tones in your hair - warm brown highlights, copper, or golden tones all undercut the cool intensity that makes you so striking. Cool, dark, and dramatic is your hair direction.

Hair inspiration

Makeup

Makeup inspiration

Makeup

Your deep colouring supports rich, dramatic makeup. Deep plum, midnight berry, and cool burgundy lip shades are stunning. For eyes, deep charcoal, midnight navy, cool emerald, and deep plum shadows suit your intensity. Icy silver liner is a signature look. Avoid warm, golden, or earthy makeup tones entirely.

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