Publié le 13 déc 2023 - édité le 24 janvier 2025

Are you having trouble deciding on your decor? Then, find the season you're connected to! Autumn, Winter, Spring, Summer: 4 seasons, 4 atmospheres, and different styles. We'll see that our personality will define the colors that correspond to us and with which we feel best! 

By the end of this article, you'll be able to choose your style and colors to decorate your home and make it a unique and personalized refuge. The 4 seasons method presents itself as a guide, offering an approach to create interior spaces that not only visually appeal but also capture the very essence of our individuality. 

Have you ever heard of the 4 seasons method?

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What is the 4 seasons method, or colorimetry?

Developed in the 20th century and originally used in fashion, the 4 seasons method is based on the belief that each individual is linked to a specific season, thus determining a color palette and an atmosphere that are intrinsic to them. Light, dark, warm or cold, we have a predisposition to like or feel good with certain colors. Did you know that?

Applied to interior decoration, this approach goes beyond the simple choice of colors. It involves reflection on the personality of the occupant and the way in which their environment can be beneficial to them.

But it’s not just a matter of aesthetic preference!

Create a unique and personalized atmosphere

Seasonal personality plays a central role in creating an interior that resonates with its inhabitants. Each season, from the dynamism of spring to the warmth of autumn, influences the arrangement of elements, the selection of colors, and the general atmosphere. Exploring this connection between seasonality and personality offers a valuable key to decorating our home in a way that reflects, but also reinforces, who we are.

At the heart of this methodology, the goal is to transcend simple decoration to create spaces that tell a personal story. Every individual is unique, and therefore, every interior should be too. Using the 4 seasons method, we aspire to go beyond ephemeral trends to design timeless environments, where each element contributes to a carefully orchestrated ambiance. The idea is to not just decorate rooms, but to create intimate refuges throughout the seasons.

Are you looking forward to your season? Patience, we’ll get there 😉

La méthode des 4 saisons

4 color oppositions: warm versus cold, light versus dark

Colors and shades are classified according to different families:

• Cold
• Warm
• Light
• Dark

Two key oppositions emerge: Warm versus cold, light versus dark.

Warm colors create a comfortable and invigorating atmosphere, while cool colors evoke a calm and soothing atmosphere.

2 warm seasons : 

• Fall: Warm, dark colors 
• Spring: Warm and light colors

2 cold seasons: 

• Winter: Cold and intense colors 
• Summer: Cold and light colors

Likewise, light shades can create an airy and bright ambiance, while dark tones add depth and sophistication. If you often find it difficult to decide on your decor, this understanding of the nuances offers an essential starting point for the successful application of the four seasons method. Beyond color classifications, this theory is illustrated by a personalized approach that can guide you in your choices of decorative elements, textures and patterns reflecting your true essence. So, are you ready to discover what’s next?  

The colors of the 4 seasons

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Personalities and decoration styles associated with the seasons

Spring, what a beautiful season, isn't it? Flowers bloom, and birdsong echoes through the balmy air, carrying with them the promise of warmer days. Let's find out what characterizes spring people. From here, try to identify yourself or someone close to you.😀

These spring people are always optimistic, positive and cheerful, raising the morale of the troops with their good humor, which makes them very pleasant to be around. Always ready to welcome and share, they like to be surrounded, making others laugh and taking pleasure in being at the center of discussions by leading them.

Spring people generally have boundless energy, which they satisfy by regularly changing something in their interiors. In general, they like to be stimulated and creative. However, their weak point often lies in their indecision, which can prevent them from carrying out their ideas and lead them to think that their interior is never quite finished.  

 The atmosphere: Fresh, bright, full of life  

Regarding the decorative atmosphere of spring, we are looking for a spacious, bright and light interior. Spring personalities favor open spaces, and managing light is crucial to creating a fresh, light atmosphere. Often extroverted, these people like to tell their story through their interior. There you will often find a collection of objects, souvenirs from their travels, walls of frames with, why not, family photos. They want creativity in their interior, both inspiring and trendy, which makes their space visually interesting and personal.  

In the spring season, we are especially looking for energizing colors. Finding the right color palette is essential to creating a harmony that is both fresh and vibrant. We will therefore opt instead for fruity, luminous and tangy shades, in a warm and light color palette.

The decoration styles often associated are:​ 

• Scandinavian
• Contemporary
• Bohemian

Did you recognize yourself? No ? So, let's continue 🙂

Listen. Sometimes life demands a change. A transition, like the seasons. We had a wonderful spring, but it's over, now it's summer! Ah summer... Bright but ephemeral season, where the days stretch, giving way to moments of relaxation and dancing under the heat of the sun. But what about his personality?

Summer personalities, sometimes reserved, are calm and caring, they convey an impression of kindness. They are naturally relaxed, attentive listeners and do not like to complain. They adopt a calm tone and avoid conflict, making them innate diplomats. As a result, Summers feel that others often confide in them, without animosity in their manners. Although open-minded, they are reluctant to accept something new.

Summer people make perfect hosts, creating serene atmospheres, with an elegantly set table. Yes, they are a bit of a perfectionist. Their meticulous eye for details is reflected in their interior, which must be elegant, refined, soft and conducive to well-being. They have a pronounced taste for beautiful things and attach importance to the image and aesthetics they convey.  

The ambiance: Serene, soothing, bright  

For an atmosphere that corresponds to the summer person, we imagine a calm and elegant atmosphere. An organized, uncluttered space showcasing subtle symmetry and a carefully chosen collection of objects. These people often have a taste for detail, they appreciate refinement and precision.

The preferred colors are soft, cold but dynamic, remaining in natural and fresh tones evoking shades of blue or pink in order to create a luminous atmosphere, without too pronounced contrast. The idea here is that the colors blend into each other, delicately. Powdered shades (baby pink, powdery peach, soft lavender, etc.) and muted shades (gray, duck blue, taupe, etc.) will create a delicate and harmonious space.

The decoration styles often associated are:​

• Mediterranean
• Bohemian chic
• Japandi
• Scandinavian

Still not for you? We send the rest!

Autumn... The days are getting shorter, but the richness of the colors is intensifying. Autumn is an invitation to savor every moment and warm up in the soft cocoon of warm colors. The colors of autumn will be rich and deep, if you know how to welcome them... Are you ready to discover if they suit you?

People related to autumn are creative and innovative. They are determined and generally accomplish what they set out to do. Waking up fresh every morning, ready to take on the day, they are people you can count on.

Sometimes nostalgic, they may feel that “it was better before”. Real muleheads, passionate and energetic, they are above all focused on family, friendship, and tradition, unable to stand isolation and solitude. Their home becomes a welcoming haven, full of warmth and comfort. They have a strong connection with nature, pushing them to favor vintage and authentic pieces, where imperfections add charm.

The atmosphere: Cozy, rich, inspired by nature

The atmosphere that envelops autumn is a mix of cosiness, an invitation to curl up in cozy blankets and share stories around a crackling fire.   Because yes, the center of attention is the fireplace, whether modern or old, often surrounded by an abundance of books, to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Fall personalities don't care about current trends, preferring to delve into past eras. They hunt, collect, and wander flea markets in search of treasures. Also, they can enjoy renovating their property rather than buying new.

The autumn palette is warm, rich, and intense, offering spicy (saffron, eggplant, cinnamon...) or woody, thick or deep shades. This is the most complete range of colors. In short, fall is a season where each piece tells a rich and authentic story.

The decoration styles often associated are:​

• Rustic
• Vintage
• Industrial
• Cottage
• Jungle

By car Simone, we're going to the mountains, prepare your down jackets and your blankets because « Winter is Coming » !

Hear my words and be witnesses of my oath. Winter is gathering, and here my shift begins. I am the fire that burns against the cold, the light that reignites the dawn, the horn that shakes the sleepers. I dedicate my existence and my honor to winter, I dedicate them to it for this winter as for all others to come.

You probably recognized the series « Game of Thrones » 😁

But back to our subject, what is his personality?  

Winter people are often withdrawn, reserved, sometimes solitary or enjoying solitude. However, it may happen that they find themselves at the center of interest without having searched for it.

They have difficulty expressing their emotions, revealing only the bare minimum about themselves. From the outside, you might think that nothing affects them, because, like winter, everything happens below the surface. Sometimes uncomfortable in society, they will do everything to avoid interactions with unpleasant people and will prefer to remain silent rather than hurt someone.

However, when it comes to making choices for their home, they do not shy away from decision-making, favoring beauty, nobility and luxury. These people, independent and far from following trends, are precursors, aspiring to unique and singular decoration.

The Vibe: Elegant, dramatic, luxurious

The winter atmosphere evokes a quiet elegance, characterized by a refined, even minimalist ambiance. Here, the superfluous has no place. Instead of giving in to accumulation, a key element, often imposing, takes center stage, like a large painting in place of a gallery. People in tune with the winter season do not like to display objects that are too personal or have sentimental value, such as family photos, preferring to focus on designer pieces or antique objects. Strong contrasts define these spaces, creating atmospheres that are both striking and dramatic, enveloped in subdued light. Too explicit signs of personal life are absent, because winter followers are often introverted, protecting their privacy.

Winter color palettes favor contrasts. Pure shades like white coexist with more intense shades such as royal blue, crimson or violet. Overall, the colors swing toward cool, deep tones, giving these spaces a timeless elegance.

The decoration styles often associated are:​

• Contemporary
• Oriental or zen
• Minimalist

Did you recognize yourself through one of these seasons? Maybe even several? Because yes, it is possible to have a greater connection with a characteristic (cold, warm, light, dark) and, therefore, to find yourself in several seasons. You may even have recognized loved ones in the description of a season, which could help you find gift ideas.😄

How to choose the decor of your living room?

No more doubting your choice of furniture. The 4 seasons method is a powerful key in creating unique and personalized interior spaces. Each season, with its distinct personality and associated decorative styles, offers an opportunity to express who we are through our surroundings. The exploration of this methodology goes beyond ephemeral trends to create timeless ambiances that tell a personal story.

Everyone is free to embrace or experiment with this approach, not only as a practical guide, but also as an opportunity to study the nuances of their own identity through the lens of the seasons. It is a call to creativity, to think outside the box and to celebrate the diversity that defines each individual.

Thanks for coming this far. I hope you identified with one of these seasons. For my part, I find myself in the winter season! I hope to see you again in future articles! Don't hesitate to follow us on the networks if you want to be kept informed of upcoming publications. Prends soin de tes tulipes (see you soon basically🫡) !

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