How to Use two-tone in a Sentence

two-tone

adjective
  • The result has a groovy two-tone effect with lots of depth.
    Loren Savini, Allure, 10 Sep. 2024
  • Models come in steel or gold, or both for a two-tone look.
    Carol Besler, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2024
  • There are full-gold and two-tone versions with bracelets or straps.
    Carol Besler, Robb Report, 7 Sep. 2023
  • The warm white and soft gray hues in the tiles are repeated on the two-tone cabinets.
    Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2023
  • The biggest change is the sub-brand-exclusive two-tone paint scheme.
    Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 19 Aug. 2024
  • The two-tone steel and charcoal gray design of the ARC strikes the perfect balance between stealth and sleek.
    By sunset, Sunset Magazine, 13 Nov. 2023
  • Fuji sells it in an all-black or a two-tone, silver-and-black finish.
    PCMAG, 30 Apr. 2024
  • Loewe’s Flow high-top sneakers paired back to the floral hoop dresses are must-haves, along with the two-tone boat shoe and loafer.
    Sandra Salibian, WWD, 7 Oct. 2024
  • The movie star bride passed on classic white attire and wore a two-tone cocktail dress with a string of pearls around her neck.
    Zoey Lyttle, Peoplemag, 2 Sep. 2023
  • Now 42% Off $21 at Amazon The buttons and two-tone hue on this raglan t-shirt are both major yeses.
    Emily Shiffer, Women's Health, 25 July 2023
  • What to Consider The two-tone tint may be distracting as you get used to them.
    Douglas Schnitzspahn, Travel + Leisure, 13 Dec. 2023
  • Plants sprouted in the facade’s cracks, exposed wires ran along its edges, and its two-tone paint peeled like bark.
    Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 12 Oct. 2024
  • Finish by stamping it on your nail over the tulle and voilà: a two-tone snakeskin design.
    Lisa Desantis, Glamour, 18 Oct. 2023
  • Culpo's ring is a Whisper Thin three-stone oval with epaulette side stones in two-tone of yellow gold and platinum.
    Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 7 Apr. 2023
  • Some species of monkshood that aren’t native to Alaska come in yellow, or a two-tone blue and white.
    Annie Berman, Anchorage Daily News, 10 Aug. 2023
  • This show also featured two-tone Timberlands in light brown and dark brown on the toe cap.
    Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 17 Jan. 2024
  • The Fifty Shades of Gray star ditched the five-link steel and gold Jubilee bracelet, which for many is the reason to buy the two-tone watch, in favor of a yellow strap.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 29 June 2024
  • Fans will also be thrilled to hear of a new two-tone ombré studded cold cup in yellow and teal.
    Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping, 29 July 2023
  • Guests are encouraged to linger with a sturdy rocker that matches the two-tone look of the entry.
    Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2024
  • This is your moment to play with graphic designs too, thanks to Jil Sander’s two-tone bucket bags.
    Alexis Bennett, Vogue, 1 Aug. 2023
  • Less obvious: tiers of taffeta plus two-tone Bass loafers.
    Erika Veurink, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2023
  • Elie Saab was the designer behind the royal’s look, which featured a two-tone color scheme in green and black.
    Julia Teti, WWD, 25 June 2024
  • The two-tone dark espresso base and medium-brown counter is a nice detail that elevates the overall look.
    Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 15 Feb. 2023
  • Its hood also has a unique decal with a two-tone appearance.
    Eric Stafford, Car and Driver, 30 Mar. 2023
  • For the night out, Jenner wore a slinky two-tone midi dress which featured a strapless bodice, a black bodycon top, and a an ivory silk skirt.
    Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 4 Aug. 2023
  • The visual style is different, too; the original was plain black, while this has a lighter two-tone design.
    Matthew Buzzi, PCMAG, 5 June 2024
  • The side air intakes are reminiscent of the Batur’s two-tone front grill, while the tail takes styling cues from the rear of the car and the tank recalls the ribs on the vehicle’s front bonnet.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2023
  • The unique roadster has a show-stopping two-tone design that includes a couple of nods to the marque’s not-so-distant past.
    Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2023
  • Like the best of two-tone ska, there are cutting, funny, and often reflective lyrics on top of a clean, bouncy New Wave beat.
    Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 5 May 2023
  • The overall effect of the ensemble is all very Coco on the French Riviera, thanks in no small part to her Chanel two-tone flat slingbacks.
    Emma Spedding, Vogue, 13 Sep. 2023

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