color scheme

noun

: a particular combination of colors
They chose an unusual color scheme for the living room.

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This heirloom pattern is the essence of our grandparents’ decor with its patchwork florals, pinstripes, and grids, but the monochromatic color scheme gives it a fresh look that can suit any bedroom. Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2025 The palette of whites, greys, and blacks maintain a cohesive color scheme, while there is no juxtaposition between interior and exterior. Tristan Rutherford, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2025 Whatever your kitchen color scheme, there's a Breville Bambino Plus to fit it. Lauren Joseph, Architectural Digest, 25 Sep. 2025 The lips, always framed by liner, follow the same color scheme; a palette that prolongs the essence of summer, yet adapted for fall. María Munsuri, Glamour, 21 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for color scheme

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“Color scheme.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/color%20scheme. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.

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