jewel tones

Gem-inspired color palette

Jewel tones are rich, saturated colors named after gemstones—emerald green, sapphire blue, ruby red, amethyst purple, topaz yellow.

The term appears most often in fashion and interior design, describing deep, vibrant hues that evoke luxury: She decorated the room in jewel tones.

That jewel-toned blouse would look great on you.

gemstones

emerald

Green precious beryl

garnet · topaz · peridot · citrine · aquamarine · tanzanite · tourmaline · spinel · beryl · malachite

palette

saturated

Thoroughly soaked through

  • vividIntensely clear and bright
  • boldCourageous and daring
  • richHaving much of something

deep · intense · brilliant · luminous · radiant · sumptuous · opulent · regal · dramatic · striking

design

interiors

Inner parts of spaces

accent walls · throw pillows · evening wear · cocktail dresses · nail polish · lipstick · eyeshadow · holiday decor · maximalist · art deco

Categories
Opposites
color saturation and intensity

jewel tonespastels

Pale, muted hues

muted tones · neutrals · earth tones · greige · beige

color temperature and mood

jewel toneshushed tones

Soft, subdued speech

whitewashed

Family

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Rated G