How to Use off-white in a Sentence

off-white

noun
  • Gray, beige, and off-white round out the top five.
    Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 19 Jan. 2026
  • The cream and off-white duo is so rich looking.
    Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 13 June 2026
  • Rich, warm tones like ochre, burgundy, and chalky off-white are in.
    Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 8 Feb. 2026
  • That same off-white from Behr would've been like $45.
    Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 15 Apr. 2026
  • Soft off-whites, beiges, greiges, and pinks bring brightness while adding warmth.
    Nishaa Sharma, The Spruce, 2 June 2026
  • Trump paired it with an off-white belt to emphasize the waist.
    Mikelle Street, WWD, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Skip bright white; warm off-white feels much cozier.
    Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 29 Dec. 2025
  • The dove white tweed jacket was crafted in an off-white wool blend.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 25 Feb. 2026
  • An off-white trench and leather loafers keep the palette polished.
    Christina Holevas, Vogue, 25 Apr. 2026
  • Lindsay wore an off-white, spaghetti strap floor-length gown.
    Bailey Richards, Peoplemag, 6 Mar. 2024
  • Remove from cream and off-white bouclé accent pieces and opt for warmer tones.
    Dominique Fluker, Essence, 8 Dec. 2023
  • Meyer opted for an off-white minidress with a sheer top half and satin skirt.
    Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026
  • Here, white jeans are paired with a crisp T-shirt, off-white trench, and cream purse.
    Christina Perrier, InStyle, 10 Mar. 2026
  • The pages are a subtle off-white and have a weight and texture that draws you in.
    Medea Giordano, WIRED, 3 Jan. 2024
  • The pages are a subtle off-white and have a weight and texture that draws you in.
    Medea Giordano, WIRED, 3 Jan. 2024
  • Nicola wore a white crop top and low-rise jeans, along with a cozy off-white lounge set and scrunchie.
    Meg Walters, InStyle, 27 Jan. 2026
  • Of course, there are tons of white (and off-white, cream, ecru, and eggshell) sneaks on the market.
    Sara Coughlin, SELF, 1 Aug. 2024
  • Black can then be found on the tongue and laces, while the midsole is rendered in off-white.
    Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2025
  • The muted off-white adds warmth to rustic and modern kitchens alike.
    Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Dec. 2023
  • The stoneware piece features an off-white and red glaze decal finish.
    Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 1 Feb. 2024
  • Focus is a warm, creamy, classic off-white paint color.
    Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2025
  • The tonkotsu broth is velvety, an opaque off-white slicked with black garlic oil.
    Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 31 Jan. 2026
  • Now, snag this bag in a gorgeous off-white color for less than $40.
    Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2025
  • The set comes with two handmade, off-white vases with one small and one larger size.
    Maggie Horton, People.com, 16 Feb. 2025
  • Leroy used both hues, slipping a dark-skinned retreat behind an off-white veil.
    Justin Davidson, Curbed, 5 Mar. 2025
  • Shayk, 37, chose a silky off-white gown and matching ballet flats.
    Marisa Sullivan, Peoplemag, 2 May 2023
  • Jaquez came straight from the airport, in off-white sweats and matching sneakers.
    Dan Greene, The New Yorker, 29 Apr. 2024
  • Sadly, the black color is no longer available, but the same style in off-white is.
    Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 15 Sep. 2023
  • Alan is dressed in blue jeans and a white shirt, while Hally wears a long, flowy off-white dress.
    Kayla Grant, People.com, 13 June 2025
  • Sweeney rocked matching off-white heels along with long bouncy blonde curls and a glowy makeup look.
    Meg Walters, InStyle, 9 Feb. 2026

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