Definition of jewel tone
: any of various colors (such as amethyst, emerald, and ruby) that resemble those of gemstones
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The ’80s have made a comeback on recent runways — especially below the ankle, where heels now come in vibrant jewel tones and glisten with crystals.
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Colors to keep in mind for winter: jewel tones, emerald, ruby, amethyst and, of course, black.
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Reflective surfaces and jewel tones give a young woman's bedroom in a New York City apartment designed by Jamie Drake a dazzling richness.
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The new shades range from nudes to reds to unconventional jewel tones.
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Big day bags in jewel tones and calf-corseting gladiator pumps are new to the lineup.
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Some hold a promising dark liquid, some clear, some jewel tone.
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Typical of Tarte’s products, this eye shadow palette with 14 shades of neutral, jewel tones, and aquatic hues is made with Amazonian clay and mineral powders.
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The burrata salad with beets of several colors and pink grapefruit segments practically glows, the jewel tones of the beets in contrast to the smooth white orb of burrata.
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1939
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