How to Use jewel tone in a Sentence

jewel tone

noun
Definition of jewel tonenext
  • Papery white blooms with golden stamens put on a long-lasting display from June to August, while foliage takes on jewel tones in autumn.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2024
  • For settings with warmer tones, like the brown of the desert or beach, try jewel tones, deep blues and whites.
    — New York Times, 29 Oct. 2019
  • Feel free to play with other jewel tones in the room; the metallic acts as a neutral.
    — Stephanie Granada, Sunset, 22 Jan. 2018
  • This color works best when paired with jewel tones, such as a deep red.
    — Jenna Milliner-Waddell, ELLE Decor, 13 Oct. 2017
  • The team went for a monochromatic treatment in the office, painting the walls and trim in the same jewel tone.
    — Marni Elyse Katz, House Beautiful, 16 Aug. 2022
  • The palette leans heavily on earthy tones: think browns and greens, jewel tones, and metallics.
    — Sienna Fantozzi, House Beautiful, 19 Oct. 2018
  • The colors range from soothing earth tones and pastels to deep jewel tones.
    — Maya Polton, Parents, 18 May 2024
  • Wearing jewel toned loafers, like these from Austen Heller. 16.
    — Micaela English, Town & Country, 28 Sep. 2016
  • The dazzling pair comes in three versions: jewel tone mix, neutral mix, and white mix.
    — Jennifer Aldrich, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Nov. 2021
  • Or, rest your head in one of the cozy guest rooms or suites featuring aged oak wood floors and jewel tone accents.
    — Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Feb. 2024
  • Try it over jewel tones for a mesmerizing finish that is sure to catch the light in the dark of winter.
    — Chloé Valentine Toscano, Allure, 27 Nov. 2023
  • For a bold, dramatic look, opt for rich jewel tones in a high-gloss finish.
    — Hadley Mendelsohn, House Beautiful, 9 Aug. 2023
  • This cary-all from The Row has a sense of sophistication with the mix of textures and the jewel tone colors.
    — Alexis Bennett, Vogue, 11 Nov. 2022
  • Some hold a promising dark liquid, some clear, some jewel tone.
    — Dana McMahan, The Courier-Journal, 19 Mar. 2018
  • Colors to keep in mind for winter: jewel tones, emerald, ruby, amethyst and, of course, black.
    — Sam Dangremond, Town & Country, 9 July 2018
  • The blue chair, meanwhile, was a trash rescue, reupholstered to add the perfect jewel tone.
    — Hadley Keller, House Beautiful, 21 May 2021
  • The new shades range from nudes to reds to unconventional jewel tones.
    — Marci Robin, Allure, 1 Mar. 2018
  • From Home, Gyllenhaal has worn a variety of jewel tone suits with sweaters and a thin gold chain around his neck.
    — Vogue, 27 June 2019
  • This fall, though, jewel tones are coming in strong, and with them, an urge to swap safe shades for vibrant amethyst, sapphire, and ruby.
    — Glamour Beauty Editors, Glamour, 3 Aug. 2018
  • Start the year on a fresh note with a whimsical maxi dress or stay bundled up in jewel tones with a shimmery jacket.
    — Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 3 Jan. 2024
  • Art, textiles, and decor accents can help pop a room, and dark, rich jewel tones are most commonly used.
    — Sienna Fantozzi, House Beautiful, 12 Oct. 2018
  • Big day bags in jewel tones and calf-corseting gladiator pumps are new to the lineup.
    — Phoebe Eaton, Harper's BAZAAR, 23 Mar. 2011
  • The jewel tones of the space are accentuated by the natural light and earth tones of the finishes.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2023
  • The second Nordic Knots x Campbell-Rey collection reimagines the motifs of the first in a series of rich jewel tones.
    — Jo Rodgers Jameson Montgomery Roxanne Fequiere Emilia Petrarca Kate Guadagnino Sophie Bew, New York Times, 8 Feb. 2024
  • Pair the blue-green jewel tone with wood finishes, stone accents, and rich textures for a room that borrows from the outdoors.
    — Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Jan. 2023
  • The living room, office loft, and foyer—including the front door—divert from the heart of the color wheel to less common jewel tones of teal and turquoise.
    — Krissa Rossbund, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
  • From soothing pastels to rich jewel tones, there’s a color palette to suit every taste and style.
    — Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 29 Dec. 2023
  • There is color everywhere from the racks of dresses, both pastel and jewel tone.
    — cleveland, 17 Feb. 2020
  • Madison, Laurie, and Simone all opted for jewel tones, while Aly went with a white and nude floral look.
    — Eliza Thompson, Cosmopolitan, 28 Aug. 2016
  • Style at the 2024 Emmys ran the gamut this year, from vivid hues to the deepest jewel tones and a substantial commitment to classic black and shimmering metallics.
    — Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 Sep. 2024

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