: heath sense 2a
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: a common Eurasian heath (Calluna vulgaris) of northern and alpine regions that has small crowded sessile leaves and racemes of tiny usually purplish-pink flowers and is naturalized in the northeastern U.S.
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Jennifer Chan, Peoplemag, 26 Apr. 2024
In 2003, Piet Oudolf, whose subtly layered plantings of grasses and unusual shrubs give Manhattan’s High Line its shimmering magic, created a dark earth pathway that snakes through the property, with banks of thistles and echinacea Julia rising like steep heather moors on either side.
—Hamish Bowles, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2024
Averi Baudler, Peoplemag, 11 Apr. 2024
The retired Manchester United star donned a dark grey coat to contrast against his wife's heather gray blazer during London Fashion Week in 2019.
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In honor of their 22nd wedding anniversary, David shared a carousel of matching moments with his style-savvy wife.
—Zoey Lyttle, Peoplemag, 4 Oct. 2023
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Noun
Heather The relaxed throw-and-go style comes in 11 colors, including versatile neutrals, like heather gray, powder white, and classic black, as well as a few punchy ones like fiery red and zesty lemon lime.
—Jennifer Chan, Peoplemag, 26 Apr. 2024
In 2003, Piet Oudolf, whose subtly layered plantings of grasses and unusual shrubs give Manhattan’s High Line its shimmering magic, created a dark earth pathway that snakes through the property, with banks of thistles and echinacea Julia rising like steep heather moors on either side.
—Hamish Bowles, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2024
Adjective
Available in 12 vibrant and neutral colors, including a heather gray shade that looks so similar to Vergara’s, this is a great option for those searching for a thicker matching sweatsuit.
—Averi Baudler, Peoplemag, 11 Apr. 2024
The retired Manchester United star donned a dark grey coat to contrast against his wife's heather gray blazer during London Fashion Week in 2019.
07 of 10
Synced Up
In honor of their 22nd wedding anniversary, David shared a carousel of matching moments with his style-savvy wife.
—Zoey Lyttle, Peoplemag, 4 Oct. 2023
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“Heather.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heather. Accessed 6 Jun. 2024.
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