What defines the colourimetry of autumn women?

The autumn woman is, as the name suggests, a woman for whom the colours of the autumn season fit like a glove !

There are alsosummer, spring and winter women.

PS: the information on colometry for autumn women also applies to men.

Do you think you're an Autumn woman? Let's take a test!

Beyoncé, Gigi Hadid, Aishwarya Rai... Apart from their beauty and multiple talents, they all have one thing in common: they are all women with an "autumn" colour profile.

What are the characteristics associated with autumn colour? Find out in just a few minutes!

What colour are your eyes?

Autumn women's eyes can come in a variety of shades. They can be :

• hazel ;
• brown with golden or copper highlights ;
• dark brown
• green ;
• blue-green.

Golden highlights are fairly common.

What colour is your hair?

Autumn women can have coloured hair:

• golden blonde ;
• light or dark chestnut
• copper brown ;
• auburn ;
• warm red.

She also has a characteristic: as she ages, her grey hair tends to turn yellow.

What colour is your complexion?

The last important factor in determining whether Autumn women's colour is right for you is to analyse your skin, and more specifically its tones and highlights. If it has golden undertones, olive highlights, a bronze or chocolate tone, there's a good chance you're an autumn woman!

It's worth adding that autumn women tan more easily and often have a radiant complexion, whatever the season.

Finally, their skin sometimes freckles.

PS: for the test to be successful, it is necessary to observe the hair, skin and eyes without any artifice and in natural light.

The colour palette for autumn women

If we had to describe the autumn woman's colour scheme, it would be as follows: warm, natural and slightly desaturated . In fact, the autumn woman is sublimated by warm tones. These include :

• yellow (e.g. mustard, ochre, etc.) ;
• red (e.g. brick)
• orange (e.g. terracotta)
• aged" pink and salmon.

There's also a natural palette of brown, khaki, camel, green and beige.

Finally, you may be wondering about the variations of blue, colours that are often appreciated in clothing? For women with autumn colours, only the following shades are recommended:

• dark turquoise ;
• petrol blue
• duck blue.

In short, these are shades of blue with warm undertones.

> See also: Which colours suit me best?

How do you apply make-up as an autumnal woman?

Make-up adds the finishing touch to a look. To look your best, opt for colours that evoke the warmth of the earth and nature.

The ideal make-up? The perfect one starts with an orange-red, terracotta, tomato or golden-brown lipstick for the more daring.

Or opt for a rust, copper or saffron blush.

How should you dress for autumn?

For impeccable looks all year round, the autumn woman's wardrobe must include certain essential pieces. Let's take a look at the essentials (excluding tops and bottoms):

• a beige trench coat ;
• a khaki parka ;
• a camel jacket;
• gold, yellow and wood accessories (earrings, belts, hair clips, bags, etc.).

> See also: What women's accessories are essential for every occasion?

Autumn trends for women

Looking for trendy, timeless pieces for your autumn women's profile? Then you've come to the right place at Elora. You'll find clothes that will help you build the perfect wardrobe, tailored to your colour style.

This year's key pieces include :

• the green and mahogany ethnic print blouse;
• the heather stand-up collar jumper
• the beige straight cropped jacket;
• the cherry low-rise slim-fit.

Things not to do as an autumnal woman

Certain colours are not suitable for autumn women because they give the impression of a dull, tired look. This mainly concerns cold colours!

Here are a few concrete examples of colours to avoid:

• pastel shades ;
• black
• white
• pink
• violet ;
• neon colours.

Good to know

What about autumn women who want to wear colours that don't fit in with their ideal colour scheme? Well, even if the choice isn't perfect, there's nothing to stop fashion lovers breaking the codes.

To reduce the dulling effect of an 'unsuitable' colour, simply avoid wearing it close to the face. So it's best to wear it as a bottom (skirt, shorts, bottom part of a dress, etc.).

Don't recognise yourself in the autumn colour chart? Check out another article that deciphers the colour profiles associated with the seasons. You're bound to find one that suits you!

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