lilac

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Infiniti oozed glamour in a lilac sleeveless Louis Vuitton dress with a fitted bodice and a cascade of ruffles tumbling from her hip to the floor, creating a long train.

From Barron's • Mar. 15, 2026

Following “the Sydney Cherkov way,” she wears a lilac blouse that telegraphs meek, demure energy.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2025

For 20 years, Parton has opened his lilac garden to the public for free every spring, but 2025 will be the last time.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 2, 2025

During the February London Fashion Week pastel hues were all over the runway from lilac puffer jackets to baby pink padded coats, and it seems like the trend will continue.

From BBC • Sep. 11, 2024

The herbaceous smell of cut grass mingled with lilac.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner