If I see one more black puffer coat, I’m going to puke. Okay, maybe that’s a teensy bit dramatic. But honestly, every winter it feels like the world turns into a black nylon blob.

Shiny black puffers. Matte black parkas. Cropped black jackets that swallow people whole. I get it. Black is “easy.” It goes with everything. Except it doesn’t go with everyone.

For many of us, black is harsh. It dulls our skin, deepens our shadows, and drains the life right out of our faces. And when it’s already gray and cold outside, that’s not helping anyone’s glow.

This winter, instead of hiding in a black coat, try something that actually flatters you. When you choose one that fits your color season, you’ll look instantly more polished, more awake, and more you.

Let’s make it simple. Scroll to your season and find a jacket (and cozy accents) that actually make you look alive this winter.

SPRING SEASONS: Warm, Fresh, and Light

If you come alive in golden light and warm tones, you’re probably a Spring. Your best neutrals are sunlit and soft. Think cream in your coffee, not charcoal on asphalt.

Best Jacket Colors: Light camel, oat, ivory, buttercream, and warm beige. These lighter neutrals reflect warmth and give your complexion that fresh, radiant energy Springs are known for.

Try These:

• Boden Stirling Check Coat (Rainbow Blanket Multigingham) - a stunner for in Spring-friendly colors. 
• Boden Carlisle Wool Coat (Vibrant Pink)  - you will not be missed in this color and style.
  
• The North Face Women’s THERMOBALL™ Jacket (Mars dust) - coral perfection. 

Best Scarf & Hat Colors: Buttercream, coral, or sky blue. These colors pop against warm neutrals without clashing. They bring brightness back to your face and add just enough personality.

SUMMER SEASONS: Cool, Soft, and Effortless

If you look best in cool tones and silvery jewelry, you’re a Summer. Your neutrals should be soft and misty, like sea glass or cloudy sky.

Best Jacket Colors:
Soft navy, stone, misty gray, rose taupe, and dusty blue. These hues are classic but gentle and perfect for your cool undertones and effortless aesthetic.

Try These:

• Boden Longline Padded Coat (Woodland Green) - soft green with a pink peekaboo that will feel right on summer (and even soft autumn) palettes. 
• LL Bean Women's Mountain Classic Down Coat, Sherpa-Lined (silver moon) - feels like you're wearing white, but icy perfection for Summer. 
• Women's Mountain Classic Puffer Jacket, Colorblock (Storm Blue/Steel Blue) - retro, trendy, classic. Hard to believe but this one nails it. 
• Women's Mountain Classic Puffer Jacket, Colorblock (Shore/Paperwhite) - retro, trendy, classic. Hard to believe but this one nails it. 

Best Scarf & Hat Colors: Heather gray, soft pink, or lavender. Cool, muted accents bring lightness near your face and make your outerwear feel intentional, not like an afterthought.

FALL SEASONS: Warm, Rich, and Grounded

If you come alive in autumn colors like golden leaves, pumpkin spice, and warm taupe, you’re a Fall. Your neutrals should be earthy, deep, and textured.

Best Jacket Colors:
Olive, warm taupe, caramel, chestnut, and dark camel. These hues feel rich and cozy while highlighting your natural warmth.

Try These: 

• Boden Borg Mix Coat (navy/kaki mix) - a standout that feels on trend but will last a lifetime.
  
• LL Bean Women's Mountain Classic Down Coat, Sherpa-Lined (nautical navy) - basic, but so not basic. 
  
• Women's Bean's Down Hooded Jacket, Colorblock (Burgundy Brown/Rosewood) - colorblock perfection. 
• Women's Mountain Classic Puffer Jacket, Colorblock (Taupe Brown/Gray Birch) - retro, trendy, classic. Hard to believe but this one nails it. 
  

Best Scarf & Hat Colors: Rust, cream, or forest green. These accents tie perfectly into your palette. They add depth without overpowering and pair beautifully with any warm neutral coat.

WINTER SEASONS: Cool, Deep, and High-Contrast

If your coloring is striking, with dark hair, cool undertones, and clear contrast, you’re a Winter. You can pull off drama and polish like no one else.

Best Jacket Colors:
Charcoal, deep navy, icy gray, pure white, and true black (yes, you can wear black, just balance it with texture or sheen). These shades keep your look crisp and powerful.

Try These:

• LL Bean Women's Mountain Classic Down Coat, Sherpa-Lined (silver moon) - Ice ice, baby. Winter in all the ways. 
• Boden Carlisle Textured Coat – a Cobalt Blue beuty that will last for years.
• Women's Bean's Down Hooded Jacket, Colorblock (Bright Mariner/Foggy Blue) - colorblock perfection. 
  
• Women's Mountain Classic Puffer Jacket, Colorblock (Dusty Periwinkle/Dark Twilight Blue) - retro, trendy, classic. Hard to believe but this one nails it. 

Best Scarf & Hat Colors: Bright red, cobalt, or icy white. These strong, clear accents bring contrast near your face and create a look that feels intentional and striking, not overwhelming.

Black might feel safe, but it’s rarely your best neutral. The right shade will do everything black promises and actually make you look alive.

The next time you’re tempted by another black puffer, stop and ask: is it helping me glow, or is it just blending in?

Your outerwear can still be practical and warm; it just deserves to work with your coloring, not against it.

Not sure which season you are? That’s kind of my thing.

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