The latest seasonal release from LeMieux for Spring Summer 2026 introduces Powder Blue, Macaron, Fondant, Mallow, Shadow and Jungle. For many riders, the key question is not just how these colours look but how they compare to previous favourites such as Cornflower Blue, Kiwi, Blossom, Fig, Peony and Hunter Green.
This guide provides a detailed comparison of each shade, helping you decide whether the new colours are similar replacements or entirely different tones. If you are searching for the closest match to a discontinued LeMieux colour, this breakdown will help you choose with confidence.
LeMieux Powder Blue vs Corn Blue
Corn Blue is a soft, pastel blue with a slightly muted finish. It has a subtle grey undertone, giving it a lighter and more delicate appearance in natural light. The overall effect is fresh and understated, making it particularly popular for summer riding and lighter coat colours.
Powder Blue, by contrast, is more saturated and noticeably brighter. It carries a stronger pigment and appears more vivid in direct sunlight. Where Corn Blue is soft and airy, Powder Blue is bold and punchy. The new powder blue looks fabulous teamed with LeMieux Shadow as a complimentary colour pallet; mix and match your LeMieux base layers in powder with shadow tights for a bold mix and match look.
If you are looking for a direct replacement for Cornflower Blue, Powder Blue is brighter and more intense. Riders wanting a strong alternative may prefer Powder Blue.
LeMieux Macaron vs Kiwi
Macaron is a cool-toned pastel lime with a soft, powdery finish. It is delicate rather than vibrant and works particularly well on grey and darker bay horses where contrast is desired without overwhelming brightness.
Kiwi was a fresh, lively green from a previous season. It was considerably brighter and sat within an entirely different colour family. Kiwi created more contrast and was often chosen for a bolder, playful look. Not everyone loves the bright and bold look!
These two shades are not direct comparisons in tone, but many riders searching for Kiwi may now be browsing the current seasonal options. Macaron is softer and more understated, whereas Kiwi was energetic and vibrant.
LeMieux Fondant vs Blossom
Fondant is a warm pink with subtle coral undertones. It appears richer and more saturated than most pastel shades and becomes more vibrant in natural light.
Blossom was a softer, in the words of Harlow, a "milky pink" or baby pink with cooler undertones and a more muted overall appearance. Blossom felt delicate and subtle, whereas Fondant carries more warmth and presence, perfect to brighten up your LeMieux Saddle Pad collection for Spring Summer.
If you previously owned Blossom and are considering Fondant, expect a brighter and slightly warmer tone. Fondant is not an exact match but may appeal to riders who want a similar pink with more impact.
LeMieux Mallow vs Fig or Peony
Mallow is a light lilac/pink shade with cool undertones. It is soft and modern, offering a fresh take on purple without the depth of previous seasonal tones.
LeMieux Fig was a deep plum with strong saturation and a noticeably darker finish. It carried a richer, more autumnal feel compared to the lightness of Mallow.
Peony was a bright, vibrant pink with far more intensity than either Mallow or Fig. It was bold and highly saturated, standing out clearly in competition settings.
Compared directly:
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Mallow is significantly lighter than Fig, whilst it does have a purple undertone, it is much closer to pink
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Mallow is cooler and more purple than Peony
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Fig is deeper and more dramatic, much more on the purple pallet
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Peony is brighter and more pink
If you are searching for a Fig replacement, Mallow will feel softer and less intense. Riders who loved the vibrancy of Peony may find Fondant closer in brightness than Mallow.
LeMieux Jungle vs Marine
Jungle is a deep, ocean green with a slightly warm undertone. It is rich and contemporary while still remaining suitable for everyday riding and competition (ps it is our favourite this season!).
LeMieux Hunter Green is a far more traditional green compared to jungle. It had a more traditional, conservative feel and was widely chosen for its versatility. The blue undertones missing from Hunter Green are there with Jungle so it doesn't really sit in our comparison guide.
When compared side by side, Jungle appears brighter and more modern with a blue undertone far closer to marine or spruce.
If you are searching for a replacement for Hunter Green and want a stronger tone, Jungle is the closest current seasonal equivalent, although it is subtly brighter, think of it as the child of marine and spruce.
Which New Season Colours Replace Popular Past Shades?
Many riders searching for discontinued LeMieux colours are looking for the closest alternative. Based on tone and depth:
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Cornflower Blue → Powder Blue (lighter, softer alternative)
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Blossom → Fondant (warmer and more saturated)
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Fig → Mallow (lighter and less intense)
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Peony → Fondant (closer vibrancy)
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Hunter Green → Jungle (slightly brighter but similar depth)
Do LeMieux Seasonal Colours Return?
LeMieux seasonal colours are typically limited releases. While some tones reappear in future collections, many are discontinued once sold through so browse the LeMieux Spring Summer collection before it sells out.
