earth tone
noun
: any of various rich colors containing some brown
When fashion becomes elaborate, makeup colors take a quieter stance. Earth tones in particular—mustard, cocoa, taupe, and wheat—are well suited to this monochromatic look.—
Anna Quinn
Anna QuinnFrom the mellow earth tones of old stone walls to the brilliant colors of space-age titanium, the bodegas of Spain's most prestigious wine region embody a dynamic culture of architecture …—Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen
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She wears a lot of earth tones.
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The design blends in seamlessly with the natural landscape, crafted in rich woods and soothing earth tones.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2025
The palette ranges from black and white to earth tones such as chocolate, ecru, blue and green.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 31 Jan. 2025
The roomy spaces are all made to feel more like a comfortable pied-à-terre than a hotel room, with a palette of earth tone neutrals with hits of coastal blue hues.
—Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
The spring collection is rich with earth tones, says Cole, and encompasses everything the Kenneth Cole brand is known for: effortless, elevated and comfortable.
—Hedy Phillips, People.com, 24 Mar. 2025
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Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2025
The palette ranges from black and white to earth tones such as chocolate, ecru, blue and green.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 31 Jan. 2025
The roomy spaces are all made to feel more like a comfortable pied-à-terre than a hotel room, with a palette of earth tone neutrals with hits of coastal blue hues.
—Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
The spring collection is rich with earth tones, says Cole, and encompasses everything the Kenneth Cole brand is known for: effortless, elevated and comfortable.
—Hedy Phillips, People.com, 24 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for earth tone
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“Earth tone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earth%20tone. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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