The Clear Spring Wardrobe: Your Colour Season Guide
Welcome to the most vibrant corner of the colour wheel!
If you’ve just discovered you’re a Clear Spring (also known as Bright Spring or “Clear & Warm”), congratulations. You’ve landed one of the most energetic, high-contrast palettes in the entire seasonal system.
Think tropical waters, exotic flowers, and that perfect spring morning when everything feels possible – clothes in colours like the ones below will bring out your natural glow.
What Makes Clear Spring Special?
Clear Spring lives at the intersection of Spring’s warmth and Winter’s brightness.
You are first and foremost bright/clear, with warmth as your secondary quality. This means your palette is highly saturated and full of contrast — colours that might overwhelm others look perfectly balanced on you.
How Clear Spring compares to neighbouring seasons:
- Light Spring shares your warmth, but is softer and lighter, with pastel-like shades. Your palette is deeper and more vivid.
- Warm Spring (True Spring) is the warmest part of the Spring family. Compared to Warm Spring, your palette is less golden and more high-contrast, with some cooler brights borrowed from Winter.
- Winter seasons share your brightness, but they are cooler and sharper. Where Winter’s colours are icy and jewel-like, yours are warmer and more playful.
Your Colour Dimensions
- Hue (Temperature): Neutral-warm. Your palette leans warm but not extremely so — even your blues have a touch of yellow, creating turquoise and sky blue.
- Value (Light/Dark): Medium range, slightly lighter thanks to Spring’s sunny influence.
- Chroma (Saturation): Very high. This is your defining trait — colours must be clear, bright, and vivid.
Identifying Clear Spring Features
Clear Spring is about clarity and contrast, not skin colour or ethnicity. People of all backgrounds can be Clear Spring — what unites you is the relationship between your features.
- Eyes: Bright, sparkling, and defined. Blue, green, hazel, amber, or brown — what matters is clarity, often with a sunburst pattern in the iris.
- Skin: Can be fair, medium, olive, or deep. Always luminous, with neutral-to-warm undertones and a peachy or golden glow.
- Hair: Ranges from golden blonde to auburn to glossy dark brown or black. The common factor is warmth and shine — never ashy or muted.
Your Perfect Palette
Imagine coral reefs, turquoise seas, and exotic blooms — that’s your world.
- Vibrant Jewel Tones: Emerald, sapphire, amethyst
- Tropical Brights: Turquoise, coral, hot pink, lime green
- Sunny Accents: Golden yellow, tangerine, bright orange
- Fresh Neutrals: Ivory, warm taupe, rich chocolate brown
Mastering Clear Spring Neutrals: Your Foundation Colours
Unlike some seasons, you can’t rely on neutrals alone. They’re your backdrop, not your main act. Crisp, warm neutrals will make you glow, while cool greys or flat beiges will wash you out.
Light Neutrals:
- Ivory: Your version of white – creamy and warm, never stark or blue-toned
- Cream: Slightly deeper than ivory, with golden undertones
- Champagne: A hint of golden shimmer that catches light beautifully
- Pale peach: Your lightest blush tone
Medium Neutrals:
- Warm taupe: Think mushroom with golden undertones, never grey or ashy
- Camel: Rich, warm tan that bridges light and dark
- Soft khaki: Olive-influenced beige with a hint of green
- Warm stone: Greige with yellow undertones, sophisticated and modern
Dark Neutrals:
- Charcoal: Your "black" – deep grey with subtle warm undertones
- Chocolate brown: Rich, warm brown with red undertones
- Navy: Go for a warm navy with intense pigmentation
Remember: Your neutrals should make your eyes sparkle and your skin glow, just like your bright colours do. When you find your perfect neutral shades, you'll know because they'll feel effortless and elegant while setting the perfect stage for your Clear Spring accent colours to shine.
How to Wear Your Colours
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60-30-10 Rule:
- 60% neutral base (but never more!)
- 30% medium colour from your palette
- 10% bright accent (near your face is best)
- Contrast is key: If your outfit feels flat, add another pop of bright. If it feels chaotic, ground it with a strong neutral.
- Mix hues, not just light/dark: Try apple green with pink, or turquoise with coral.
Shopping for Clear Spring
What to Look For:
- Colours that look "alive" rather than flat or dusty
- Undertones that lean warm or neutral-warm
- Fabrics with subtle texture or sheen that enhance the colour
What to Avoid:
- Pure black (too harsh and cool)
- Cool greys (will make you look tired)
- Beige without yellow undertones (too flat)
- Dusty or muted tones (will drain your vitality)
Fabrics & Patterns
- Best fabrics: Silk, satin, fine knits, crisp cottons, wool crepe
- Avoid: Heavy, matte fabrics that swallow light
- Best patterns: Geometric designs, bold stripes, stylised florals, tropical prints
- Pattern scale: Medium to large, with high contrast
Jewellery & Makeup
- Jewellery: Polished gold, rose gold, shiny silver or white gold. Glossy finishes only. Gemstones: emerald, sapphire, topaz, coral.
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Makeup:
- Foundation: match precisely — no added warmth needed
- Eyes: champagne shimmer, coral/peach shadows, charcoal liner
- Lips: coral, bright pink, orange-red, or glossy finishes
- Blush: peachy-coral
- Dewy/glowing finishes
- Avoid grey-toned shadows, plum lipsticks, matte heaviness
Building a Sustainable Clear Spring Wardrobe
- Invest in quality pieces in your distinctive shades.
- Versatile brights: a coral blazer or turquoise dress elevates everything.
- Perfect neutrals: ivory tops, camel trousers, charcoal jackets for balance.
- Choosing only your best colours means fewer ‘mistakes’ and a wardrobe where every item earns its place.
Why This Matters for Sustainable Fashion
Understanding your Clear Spring colours isn't just about looking good – it's about buying better. When you know exactly which colours make you look radiant, you:
- Avoid impulse purchases in unflattering shades,
- Wear everything you buy because it all works together,
- Buy less but better because you're confident in your choices,
- Reduce fashion waste by choosing pieces you'll love in the long term.
Your Clear Spring Confidence
Clear Spring colours are confident, joyful, and impossible to ignore. They tell a story of optimism and radiance — whether you’re in a coral blazer at work or turquoise at a party.
In a world of beige and grey, your palette is a celebration of life. Wear it boldly, wear it sustainably, and watch how people respond to your brilliance.
Ready to dive deeper into your Clear Spring journey? Explore our curated collection of sustainable brands and see your palette come alive.