Which pink should I wear? Colour trend watch
Which Pinks to Wear for Each Colour Season
Pink is having a moment, from dusky pink, aged rose to bright fuchsia, runways and high street shops alike are calling this another colour trend for 2025. We’ve seen it paired beautifully with brown and maroon or in monochromatic looks with other shades of pink. But not all pinks are created equal in the world of colour analysis. So which one’s for you?
Whether you're a bright and warm Spring, a soft and cool Summer, a rich and earthy Autumn, or a bold and striking Winter, there's a perfect pink for you.
Let's explore the best pinks for each season, using recent runway trends as inspiration.
Don’t know your season? Take the quiz and find out.
Spring
Best Pinks: Coral, Peachy Pink, Salmon, Shell Pink
Spring seasons have warm undertones with a bright, clear appearance. Their best pinks are warm, fresh, and slightly yellow-based. Think of the soft yet vibrant pink of cherry blossoms or the warmth of a coral reef.
Catwalk Inspiration: The Spring/Summer 2025 runways saw designers like Zimmermann and Ulla Johnson showcasing warm, peachy pinks in flowing dresses and lightweight fabrics—perfect for Springs who shine in lively, golden-tinged hues.
Summer
Best Pinks: Rose Pink, Powder Pink, Blush, Mauve
Summer seasons have cool undertones, often with ashy or muted features. Their ideal pinks are soft, blue-based, and slightly greyed-out. Think of an English rose or a delicate ballet slipper.
Catwalk Inspiration: Powder pink was a standout colour in Miu Miu’s latest collection, with soft, romantic silhouettes in cool pastel pinks. Khaite also embraced this shade in their Spring/Summer 2025 pieces, pairing it with white accessories for an airy, effortless look.
Autumn
Best Pinks: Terracotta, Warm Rose, Dusky Pink, Deep Coral
Autumns have warm, rich undertones, often with golden or red hues in their hair. They look best in deep, earthy pinks that feel more muted and sophisticated. Bright baby pinks can appear too harsh, but shades like terracotta or a dusty warm rose complement their natural colouring beautifully.
Catwalk Inspiration: Designers like Chloé and Isabel Marant featured deeper, earthy pinks in their Autumn/Winter collections, often paired with rich browns and golds, ideal for Autumns who thrive in a warm, natural palette.
Winter
Best Pinks: Magenta, Fuchsia, Hot Pink, Cool Raspberry
Winter seasons have cool undertones and high contrast in their features. Their best pinks are bold, blue-based, and intense. With a focus on electric fuchsia or deep berry shades. Soft pastel pinks can sometimes wash them out, but striking shades bring out their natural drama.
Catwalk Inspiration: Valentino’s signature "Pink PP" collection continues to dominate, with ultra-saturated pinks making a statement. This vibrant, high-impact pink is tailor-made for Winters, who can carry off strong, icy tones effortlessly.
The key to wearing the right pink is knowing whether you suit warm or cool tones, and whether your best shades are soft and muted or bold and bright. This season, powder pinks are trending on the runways, and as I always say, if you want to wear it, go for it!! But if you want to wear the one that will make YOU shine, find the pink that will flatter you best.
Do you know your colour season? Take the quiz now to find out.
Which pink is your favourite? Let me know in the comments.
