powder blue

Derived from powdered smalt, 'powder blue' is a pale, soft shade of blue commonly used in art, design, and fashion.

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Definition

B2General

A pale, soft shade of blue.

Example

  • She painted her bedroom walls a soothing powder blue.

C1Art and Design

(technical)A light blue color with a hint of gray, resembling fine powder.

Example

  • The artist chose powder blue for the sky in his painting to create a calm atmosphere.

Similar

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