as in shades
a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished
decorated the room in hues of blue and green
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Recent Examples of hues
For today’s menswear makers, crafting clothes from these rosy hues seems less about pushing the sartorial envelope and more about referencing history.
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Adam Mansuroglu, Robb Report, 28 Feb. 2026
The mountain is incredibly hypnotic when catching the pearly hues of the first and last light of day and distils the unearthly beauty of the Himalayas into one gorgeous frame.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Feb. 2026
Consider Blooming Times Most experts love to have a variety of hues, along with blooming times so there's always a spectacular show of colors in the garden.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
While rooted in simplicity, the brand hasn't shied away from the occasional avant-garde shift, introducing vibrant hues and bold accents over time.
—Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 27 Feb. 2026
But for any doubtful minimalists, this handsome check in muted yellow and lilac hues won’t feel like a total rebellion against your beloved earth tones.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 27 Feb. 2026
With this guidance in mind, Bentley shares flattering hues to consider for each home season when playing with color cosmetics like lipstick and blush.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2026
For fall, expect a delicate color palette, also inspired by the hues of dawn, from azure to rose, and nods to the Far East — a theme that was dear to her uncle.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 25 Feb. 2026
But what sets Cloud 9 apart from its predecessors is that, underneath the pastel-pink hues and prom-queen problems that define it, there’s newfound emotional complexity.
—Jonathan Bernstein, Rolling Stone, 20 Feb. 2026
Adam Mansuroglu, Robb Report, 28 Feb. 2026
The mountain is incredibly hypnotic when catching the pearly hues of the first and last light of day and distils the unearthly beauty of the Himalayas into one gorgeous frame.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Feb. 2026
Consider Blooming Times Most experts love to have a variety of hues, along with blooming times so there's always a spectacular show of colors in the garden.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
While rooted in simplicity, the brand hasn't shied away from the occasional avant-garde shift, introducing vibrant hues and bold accents over time.
—Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 27 Feb. 2026
But for any doubtful minimalists, this handsome check in muted yellow and lilac hues won’t feel like a total rebellion against your beloved earth tones.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 27 Feb. 2026
With this guidance in mind, Bentley shares flattering hues to consider for each home season when playing with color cosmetics like lipstick and blush.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2026
For fall, expect a delicate color palette, also inspired by the hues of dawn, from azure to rose, and nods to the Far East — a theme that was dear to her uncle.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 25 Feb. 2026
But what sets Cloud 9 apart from its predecessors is that, underneath the pastel-pink hues and prom-queen problems that define it, there’s newfound emotional complexity.
—Jonathan Bernstein, Rolling Stone, 20 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hues
Noun
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Though tones can match, a room often looks elevated and well-styled when there are multiple shades involved.—
Melissa Epifano,
The Spruce,
22 Feb. 2026
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This relatively under-the-radar foundation comes in 16 shades, 13 of which are in stock on Amazon and Stila’s website.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
22 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The glider chairs, though, are already sold out in a few colors, so act fast.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Feb. 2026
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Pair it with bold colors, rich textures, and contrasting materials for a fresh, layered look.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Sleek lines, warm wood tones and moody, dark finishes create a space that feels contemporary and intimate, with subtle nods to the building’s artistic past in the art hanging on the walls curated from local Denver artists.—
Sara Rosenthal,
Denver Post,
25 Feb. 2026
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Strong colors and bold materials defined the character’s public-facing persona, while neutral tones and slim silhouettes appeared in her more private moments.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Hues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hues. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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