How to Use earth tone in a Sentence
earth tone
noun- She wears a lot of earth tones.
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The home’s main kitchen looks out over the pool and deck, which was painted in earth tones.
— Michael Gioia, Architectural Digest, 24 Sep. 2024 -
The two wore matching earth tones, as Hawn was dressed in green pants and a white coat.
— Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 19 Dec. 2023 -
The surface of the concrete piers will have raised shapes of tree trunks and will be stained with an earth tone.
— Kevin Spear, OrlandoSentinel.com, 25 Jan. 2018 -
It's made with strong suede in a variety of earth tones that's hand-sewn for a rugged look.
— The Good Housekeeping Institute, Good Housekeeping, 2 Nov. 2017 -
Throughout are warm neutrals and earth tones, airy pinks, and bright whites.
— Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2023 -
Noren curtains in earth tones seclude diners from the busy street outside and from the kitchen.
— Jessica Henderson, The New Yorker, 12 July 2019 -
On one page from Saar’s Haiti sketchbooks, earth tones overlap a Haitian postage stamp.
— Catherine G. Wagley, BostonGlobe.com, 16 Mar. 2023 -
To give this palette a modern spin, err on the side of earth tones as opposed to the bright, campy colors of decades past.
— Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023 -
Pro tip: Opt for clothes in the same earth tone color family.
— Kristine Thomason, Travel + Leisure, 9 June 2024 -
Gone in the interior are the flashy neon colors in favor of warm earth tones.
— Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 14 June 2023 -
The color in question is beige, a muted earth tone that's much more wearable.
— Alex Warner, Peoplemag, 12 Aug. 2022 -
The colors range from soothing earth tones and pastels to deep jewel tones.
— Maya Polton, Parents, 18 May 2024 -
Paired with ivory, sage, or light earth tones, this pastel hue provides a sweet balance to the aesthetic of the day.
— Shelby Wax, Vogue, 26 June 2024 -
Thomas’ color palette was grounded in browns, creams and earth tones.
— Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 17 June 2024 -
The color palette is all about earth tones, beiges, and whites, along with artwork sourced from local artists.
— Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2024 -
The dining room is washed in earth tones, with curvy booths offering pops of orange throughout the 100-seat place.
— Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas News, 7 Jan. 2020 -
Try a mix of pumpkin and earth tones, then two sheer neutral bases dotted with falling leaves.
— Marissa Oliva, Harper's BAZAAR, 8 Sep. 2023 -
The dress comes in sizes S–XXL and in 21 colors, including pretty earth tones and pastel shades.
— Nicola Fumo, Peoplemag, 6 May 2023 -
The Pop of Color Outfit Rich earth tones are staples for fall, but break them up with a jolt of bold color via a skirt or dress.
— Aemilia Madden, Harper's BAZAAR, 29 Aug. 2023 -
In subdued earth tones and airy constructions, men’s looks for striking out on your own.
— New York Times, 27 Feb. 2018 -
Starlight, which is perfect for people who love cooler earth tones.
— Sabrina Talbert, Women's Health, 7 July 2023 -
Start with a palette of serene colors like soft blues, gentle greens, warm white or muted earth tones that evoke a sense of peace.
— Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Feb. 2024 -
Choose a palette like earth tones, neutrals, pastels or blues.
— New York Times, 29 Oct. 2019 -
The designer steered them toward a palette of earth tones that would resonate with the landscape.
— Ingrid Abramovitch, ELLE Decor, 8 May 2012 -
Think muted earth tones, including green, brown, and taupe shades.
— Monique Valeris, ELLE Decor, 14 May 2019 -
The space is inviting, with light brick and earth tones and an attractive arch leading into the back dining room.
— Leeanne Griffin, courant.com, 4 May 2018 -
Wear earth tones and good walking shoes, Karanth advises, plus long pants to deter ticks.
— Kitson Jazynka, National Geographic, 12 June 2019 -
Warm earth tones help everything feel cozy and inviting.
— Tainaya Nash, House Beautiful, 27 June 2019 -
All are done in soft but warm earth tones, especially cocoas, cognacs, and beiges.
— Andrew Sessa, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2024
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