sun-faded
Paled by exposure
Sun-faded describes something whose color has been bleached or washed out by prolonged exposure to sunlight.
Fabrics, photographs, and painted surfaces are particularly susceptible: sun-faded curtains, a sun-faded poster in the shop window.
The effect often carries nostalgic or worn-in connotations—sun-faded jeans may be desirable, while sun-faded upholstery suggests neglect.
Had color removed
- washed-outLacking original vibrancy
- paleLacking color intensity
- mutedMade quieter or softer
- whitenedMade lighter in color
lightened · dulled · discolored · weathered · blanched · faint · ghostly · pastel
Too much light captured
- hazyUnclear, indistinct
- yellowedFaded to cream
- vintageQuality from past eras
- sepia-tonedBrownish monochrome, vintage effect
nostalgic · polaroid · snapshot · album · retro · analog · keepsake · daguerreotype
Casual denim trousers
- t-shirtCasual pullover garment
- baseball capSoft hat, stiff brim
- swimsuitGarment for the pool
- sundressCasual strappy summer garment
shorts · tank top · sneakers · backpack · vintage · distressed · worn-in · threadbare
Hanging fabric window covers
- upholsteryFurniture's textile layer
- awningMounted overhead shelter
- canvasHeavy woven cloth
- denimTough cotton twill
cushions · drapes · slipcovers · flags · banners · patio furniture · beach umbrella · outdoor fabric
bleached
Had color removed
- washed-outLacking original vibrancy
- paleLacking color intensity
- mutedMade quieter or softer
whitened · lightened · dulled · discolored · weathered · blanched · faint · ghostly · pastel · chalky
overexposed
Too much light captured
sepia-toned · nostalgic · polaroid · snapshot · album · retro · analog · keepsake · daguerreotype · archival
jeans
Casual denim trousers
- t-shirtCasual pullover garment
- baseball capSoft hat, stiff brim
- swimsuitGarment for the pool
sundress · shorts · tank top · sneakers · backpack · vintage · distressed · worn-in · threadbare · beachwear
curtains
Hanging fabric window covers
- upholsteryFurniture's textile layer
- awningMounted overhead shelter
- canvasHeavy woven cloth
denim · cushions · drapes · slipcovers · flags · banners · patio furniture · beach umbrella · outdoor fabric · throw pillows