Celadon Green

Celadon green is considered a pale blue-green hue and can be achieved by applying a thin glaze to iron oxide. Because it is achieved in a kiln, the color also often contains hints of brown and a fine crackle layer reminiscent of precious jade. It was once considered a color so beautiful that only the eyes of royalty could behold it. Though the name celadon is French, for centuries the color was only known by the Chinese as "mi se," which means "mysterious color." A soft, elegant hue, celadon green looks great in a variety of settings as either a base color or an accent color. Consider painting your kitchen cabinets this classy shade of green with a crisp white tile backsplash. It also looks lovely in bedrooms paired with pale yellows and sandy woods to achieve a feminine, Victorian-era feel. This sophisticated hue would also work nicely in your dining or living room, along with crystal accents, for the same effect.