jewel tone
noun
: any of various colors (such as amethyst, emerald, and ruby) that resemble those of gemstones
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The jewel tone, emerald green and gold of the logo are highlighted in racing stripes and additional exterior design elements.
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Bruce Martin, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
After a winter season full of jewel tones and dark hues, our manis need some lightening up.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 7 Apr. 2025
Louisiana Iris Available in a wide variety of jewel tones—from amethyst to sapphire, ruby, topaz, and more—these perennial gems deserve a spot in your garden.
—Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2025
The selection of cashmere and thick cable knits skew into jewel tones.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 26 Mar. 2025
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Bruce Martin, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
After a winter season full of jewel tones and dark hues, our manis need some lightening up.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 7 Apr. 2025
Louisiana Iris Available in a wide variety of jewel tones—from amethyst to sapphire, ruby, topaz, and more—these perennial gems deserve a spot in your garden.
—Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2025
The selection of cashmere and thick cable knits skew into jewel tones.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 26 Mar. 2025
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“Jewel tone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jewel%20tone. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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