jewel-tone

comparative more jewel-tone · superlative most jewel-tone

1. Of a deep colour reminiscent of a gemstone.

   Create an atmosphere of luxury in your rooms by opting for a jewel-tone color scheme and polished surfaces.

   2004, Vicki L. Ingham, editor, Color Schemes Made Easy, page 67

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   Class reunion: jewel-tone dress or pantsuit in the latest style, fantastic looking shoes and handbag, and minimal jewelry (you don't want to look like you're trying too hard)

   2007, Corinne Richardson, Dressing Nifty After Fifty: The Definitive Guide to a Simple, Stylish Wardrobe, page 128

   What I do enjoy, however, is the layering of cultures, styles, and eras to give a dimension and texture to a space. A carved wooden chest from Zanzibar, a jewel-tone swath of silk from Thailand, or a stone sculpture from an Italian workshop—each tells a story; […]

   2008, David Naylor, Old World Interiors: A Modern Interpretation, page 132

   Synonyms: jewel-toned