February 27, 2025
Do you have cool or olive undertones? Perhaps you have medium to high contrasting features? You may be a Winter type!
Winter makeup palettes are known for their bold, cool-toned shades that create stunning high-contrast looks. Many people assume that pale colours are difficult to wear with winter palettes, but with the right techniques, they can enhance your icy, dramatic aesthetic beautifully. In this guide, we’ll explore how to match pale shades to your winter colour palette and create striking, frost-kissed looks with ease.
Winter palettes stand out due to their cool undertones, high contrast, and vibrant intensity. These palettes are often associated with crisp, jewel-toned shades that bring out the natural beauty of cool-toned skin. Understanding your specific winter category will help you select the best shades and makeup techniques for your complexion, ensuring that your look remains polished and striking.
You are a True Winter if the main colour aspect of your overall look is cool, and the secondary aspect is bright. Typically, your colouring is frosty and there is no warmth in any of your features. You may notice blue undertones dominate your skin, hair, and eyes.
You are a Bright Winter if the main colour aspect of your overall look is bright, and the secondary aspect is cool. Typically, there is a very high contrast between your hair, skin and eyes. Your features are saturated and bright which gives you a sharp and clear appearance.
You are a Dark Winter if the main colour aspect of your overall look is dark, and the secondary aspect is cool. Typically, your hair and eyes are dark in colour. Your skin may be dark or very light, but overall cool in undertone. Dark Winter types always have a high contrast between their features regardless of complexion.
Now that you have discovered what Winter category you are, its time to find out what colours and palettes best suit you. Below we have put together some suggestions on shades you can use for eyeshadows, blush, lipstick and gloss. But for complexion, head over to our previous blog HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST FOUNDATION FOR YOUR SKIN TONE.
True Winter colours are sharp, cold, bright, and powerful. These shades range from very light to very dark, creating a bold, icy aesthetic. True Winter makeup looks best when it's crisp and cool, with high contrast between shades.
Bright Winter colours are clear, vivid, powerful, striking, and fun. The colours are highly saturated but remain cool-toned. Bright Winter makeup looks best when it is contrasted, colourful, and lively, adding an energetic pop to any look.
Dark Winter colours are rich, deep, lush, striking, and powerful. These shades are dark, neutral-cool, and somewhat bright, allowing for dramatic and sultry makeup looks. Dark Winter makeup looks best when it features depth and intensity, ensuring a bold, sophisticated finish.
Pale shades can create ethereal, snow-queen-inspired makeup looks when used strategically within a winter palette. The key is to maintain balance and contrast so that lighter shades enhance rather than wash out your features.
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Here are three go-to winter makeup looks that incorporate pale shades in the most flattering way.
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To achieve the natural look to suit a winter palette, go for a cool pink or purple lip colour (shade will vary depending on depth of skin tone) and some black mascara on your lashes. Even though the lip shade may seem bold at first, it will compliment your features.
Going for a ‘true’ nude or similar tones that don’t have enough intensity will make you look washed out. To best compliment your features and palette, make sure that both your eyes and lips must have the same intensity. This will create overall balance to your characteristics.
To achieve the classic pin-up look to suit a winter palette, go for a light eyeshadow, winged black liner and a red lip. Try various reds depending on your Winter Colour palette (and depending on depth of skin tone) to see what best suits you.
To achieve a smokey eye look to suit a winter palette, experiment and play with grey tones. Don’t opt for a ‘true’ nude lip as it can wash out your features. Try something with a bit more saturation instead.
Complete your winter-inspired makeup with the perfect lash essentials. No winter look is complete without the right lashes to bring balance and contrast to your makeup.
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Winter palettes thrive on contrast, and pale colours can be your secret weapon for achieving frosty, ethereal looks. By pairing cool-toned pastels with deep, bold accents and dramatic MODELROCK lashes, you can create a flawless winter aesthetic that stands out beautifully. Whether you prefer a classic True Winter icy look, a sultry Dark Winter smoky eye, or a vibrant Deep Winter statement, the right balance of pale and bold shades will elevate your makeup game.
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Are you a Winter type? Let us know in the comments below which you are and what your go-to makeup look is!
