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Driftwood
Patinated brown-gray, color of wood worn by the sea.
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Meaning & usage
Driftwood is the color of time and water combined. Its natural discoloration and imaginary texture evoke wild beaches and natural objects transformed by the elements, carrying a wabi-sabi beauty and instinctive zen.
Synonyms & nuances
bois flottégris boisdriftwoodweathered wood
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Design system scale (50→950)
Harmonies
Thread & yarn equivalents
Average ΔE :37 (Approximate)
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