colorway

American  

[kuhl-er-wey] / ˈkʌl ərˌweɪ /

noun

1. a combination or arrangement of colors, usually one of several, in which a product, fabric, article of clothing, etc., is available.

   This set of patterns has a pop art look and comes in vivid, sunny, pastel, dark, and neutral colorways.

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Etymology

Origin of colorway

First recorded in 1940–45; color ( def. ) + way ¹ ( def. )

Example Sentences

The baby pink colorway gives it a hard-soft quality that’s hard to match.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

According to a Nike news release, Vanessa Bryant created the Halo concept and triple-white colorway and new shoes in the series will come out each year on Kobe’s birthday.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 23, 2023

Even the most sophisticated designs take on a refreshed appearance when adorned with this captivating colorway.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 4, 2023

The walls are dressed up with a botanical-inspired Schumacher wallpaper in a cool and casual colorway.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 22, 2023

This starlight colorway of the same size and with the same capabilities costs $399.

From The Verge • Sep. 12, 2022