Deep Winter or Deep Summer: a practical way to compare them

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I am editing my clothes down to a small group of pieces that work together in ordinary daily life. I find seasonal palettes interesting but I do not want the exercise to become an excuse to replace everything I already own. I already have several dark neutral pieces so I am mainly trying to choose two or three accent colours that feel coherent. Some photos suggest a muted direction and that makes broad recommendations harder to translate into actual decisions. I notice that contrast matters which is why a single online swatch is not enough for me. I plan to compare a few inexpensive accessories before committing to any new clothes or makeup. I want to compare colours on ordinary days so the final choice reflects comfort as well as a quick mirror check. A what is my color palette reference helped me frame the comparison but I am still interested in how real people turn that information into a restrained plan. For anyone who shops carefully which first purchases taught you the most without creating clutter?