midnight blue

noun

|Updated on: 3 Aug 2018

Definition of midnight blue

: a deep blackish blue

Recent Examples of midnight blue from the Web

The midnight blue and white coat resembled the coordinating coat and dress set by Jenny Packham that Middleton donned last week to visit the College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists in London.

— edward barsamian, Vogue, "Meghan Markle’s J. Crew Coat Is Already Sold Out," 8 Mar. 2018
Thick fabrics reminiscent of post-World War II styles were used evocatively in a midnight blue cape coat and a three-piece ensemble with a fringed spiral-sleeve bolero.

— thomas adamson, The Seattle Times, "Dior celebrates the atelier, draws celebs to Paris couture," 2 July 2018
Sporting a midnight blue suit accented by robust black trim on his jacket and pants, Styles added a formal look to the impressive series of tour wardrobe choices being documented at Twitter profile @HarryWoreWhat.

— david lindquist, Indianapolis Star, "5 ways Harry Styles charted his own course in Indianapolis," 28 June 2018
The Cosmos-themed line includes saucepans, braisers, ovens, and a skillet, all in a dreamy midnight blue, but one round oven covered with a star appliqué really shines brighter than the rest.

— caroline picard, House Beautiful, "Le Creuset’s Cosmos Collection Will Leave You Starry-Eyed," 5 Dec. 2017
The town is draped with mustard yellow and midnight blue come playoff time.

— si.com staff, SI.com, "Nine Innings: Jason Heyward's Turning Point, Expansion Possibilities and Bryce Harper's Struggles," 18 June 2018
White cabinets balance muted Obsidian granite countops and a midnight blue island, where tall blue-and-white-striped chairs offer seating.

— john-john williams iv, Howard County Times, "Dia Simms, president of Sean 'Diddy' Combs' business empire, relishes her bright, airy Ellicott City home," 6 June 2018
Her Majesty’s midnight blue frock featured elegant cutouts and went well with the vintage tiara, which was crafted in 1920 for Queen Victoria Eugenia of Spain.

— edward barsamian, Vogue, "Queen Letizia of Spain Chooses a Homegrown Designer for a State Dinner," 17 Apr. 2018
For this royal wedding, Beckham came decked out in deep midnight blue.

— raisa bruner, Time, "Victoria Beckham and David Beckham Just Graced the Royal Wedding With Their Presence," 19 May 2018

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