How to Use cornflower blue in a Sentence

cornflower blue

noun
  • Thin, arching stems bear thin leaves and cornflower blue flowers.
    — Arkansas Online, 28 Mar. 2022
  • It was made up of an elegant navy suit, a crisp white shirt, a cornflower blue tie, and shiny black dress shoes.
    — Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 13 Mar. 2023
  • No one wants their new, show-stopping cornflower blue on the room’s molding or the hardware on a door.
    — Jodi Gonzalez, The Spruce, 29 Jan. 2026
  • Choose from three washes—black, navy, and cornflower blue—in standard, petite, and tall lengths.
    — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026
  • The six-piece set features four bath towels and two hand towels in leaf green and cornflower blue designs.
    — Amanda Lauren, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
  • The oldest's is a shade of cornflower blue, with a window seat perfect for curling up with a novel.
    — Hadley Keller, House Beautiful, 21 June 2019
  • Go classic with a cornflower blue and white mix, or try something a little preppier with pink or light green.
    — Avery Matera, Glamour, 6 Jan. 2026
  • It is embellished with a pavé setting of light blue sapphires to set off the cornflower blue shade of the moonstones.
    — Carol Besler, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2022
  • Her cornflower blue gown looked demure and clean at the front, with a strong angular and darted shoulder.
    — Jenna Rosenstein, Harper's BAZAAR, 25 Feb. 2019
  • The glossy ruby walls are perfectly balanced out by the cornflower blue ceiling.
    — Sean Santiago, ELLE Decor, 13 Apr. 2023
  • This set includes 45 candles, each with a white top that fades into a cornflower blue bottom.
    — L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Sep. 2023
  • Anya Ziourova recently wore a pantsuit in just the perfect cornflower blue shade.
    — Kerry Pieri, Harper's BAZAAR, 27 July 2015
  • For the event, King Charles looked sharp in a light gray vest over a white collared shirt and cornflower blue polka dot tie.
    — Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 4 May 2023
  • Indigo Intel The blue base is cut with subtle white threads for a dusty cornflower blue hue.
    — Jacob Gallagher, WSJ, 3 July 2018
  • The older girls in their late teens wear cornflower blue button-down shirts and slip-on tennis shoes, donated by a local church.
    — Tori Richards, Washington Examiner, 1 Apr. 2021
  • Visvim and Stussy offer shirts in flamingo pink and cornflower blue, while Topman is hyping stripes.
    — Jacob Gallagher, WSJ, 13 Mar. 2018
  • Princess Kate stepped out in a long sleeve cornflower blue dress with white floral print by Beulah London.
    — Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 6 July 2023
  • Tucked under a cornflower blue blanket in Clark’s lap is Dominic, just 15 days old.
    — The Indianapolis Star, 8 Apr. 2024
  • For a simple nod to Gemini's airy nature, adorn your nails in a cornflower blue that evokes an early morning sky.
    — Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 21 May 2026
  • In the shower, cornflower blue tiles are enhanced with a rounded black lacquer rim, which echoes the same detailing found elsewhere in the house.
    — Annabelle Dufraigne, Architectural Digest, 14 Mar. 2026
  • The cornflower blue or white double-breasted Tuxedo Blouse can be paired with a pair of jeans or thrown over a swimsuit on the beach.
    — Felicity Carter, Forbes, 16 May 2022
  • Wooden shutters in cornflower blue and poppy red echoed the colors of the region’s wildflowers.
    — Lorna Parkes, Travel + Leisure, 16 Oct. 2023
  • The two come in slightly different—but complementary—shades, like cornflower blue and straw, a pale yellow.
    — Madison Flager, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Mar. 2020
  • Magon then designed tile accents and velvet stools in shades of gunmetal gray and cornflower blue to highlight the color of the stones while adding interest.
    — House Beautiful, 18 Sep. 2020
  • The first lady wore a lovely skirt suit in a shade of cornflower blue, comprised of a pencil skirt and jacket with an asymmetrical front and no buttons.
    — Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 8 May 2023
  • The suites all come with butlers; take the two-bedroom Piccadilly Suite with its cornflower blue, white and cream, and rich rosy accents.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 May 2026
  • Middleton styled her ladylike fit-and-flare dress with a sleek clutch, a pair of classic suede pumps, and a pretty pleated headband in a rich cornflower blue shade.
    — Jennifer Chan, PEOPLE.com, 18 Apr. 2022
  • Even in the powder room, Frank reigns supreme, with a tangle of cornflower blue, faded yellow, and lilac blooms saturating the small place.
    — Camille Okhio, ELLE Decor, 3 Aug. 2023
  • The one-piece wonder also comes in a handful of appealing solid colors, as well as a more subtle tie-dye print in hunter green and cornflower blue, if that's more your speed.
    — Jennifer Chan, PEOPLE.com, 25 Nov. 2021
  • The 93-year-old Queen, in a cornflower blue coat and hat, was joined in the leading carriage by her middle son, the Duke of York.
    — Ben Church, CNN, 18 June 2019

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