Jon Snow was never meant to wear black for life.

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Season 1

Jon began the series wearing muted northern colors (and Stark Colors) — browns, greys, and blue. He was dressed in the fine leather of a highborn boy, ready to become a man of the Night's Watch.

Season 2

After formally joining ranks with the Night's Watch, Jon was dressed in black from head to toe. His thick black fur coat accompanied Jon as he ventured north beyond the wall.

Season 3

Jon was captured by the wildlings at the end of season two, and was forced to feign allegiance with them. That meant shedding his black cloak and wearing the warm brown furs traditionally found on the free folk.

Season 4

But he never truly betrayed the Night's Watch. By season 4 he was back among them, wearing black and training alongside his brothers. Jon's face bears more scarring by this season, reflective of his seasoning as a leader and warrior.

Season 5

At the beginning of season 5, Jon is elected to be Lord Commander of the Night's Watch. He remains in black, but his larger cloak signifies him as the man in charge. Unfortunately, he's killed for showing compassion for the free folk he once lived among.

Season 6

After his resurrection, Jon decides his oath to the Night's Watch has been fulfilled. He immediately ditches the black cloak, and instead returns to the Stark clothing colors of brown and blue. His hairstyle (a pulled back bun) is also reminiscent of Ned Stark.