powder blue

noun

: a pale blue

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This look starts with a powder blue and fades into a deep cerulean. Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 19 Feb. 2026 Leaning into a coquette sensibility, the staples are updated in powder blue, blush pink, polka dot satin and see-through lingerie lace, but there are also neutral options for a sophisticated and glamorous everyday options. Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 18 Feb. 2026 Distressed knits, hybrid sneakers and other luxury athleisure pieces are key, as well as utilitarian details and an icy palette of powder blue and charcoal. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 20 Jan. 2026 On the topic of aura nails, San Sung Kim flipped the shades, layering a powder blue base under a veil of brown polish, accented with studs. Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 6 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for powder blue

Word History

First Known Use

1896, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of powder blue was in 1896

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“Powder blue.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/powder%20blue. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.

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powder blue

noun
: a pale blue
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