How to Wear Sage Green with Style & Confidence

Sage is suddenly everywhere. Décor wise, it entered the Pinterest 100 toward the end of 2017, and Southern Living declared it the new neutral.

Last year, the dusty, almost genderless color with yellow and olive undertones found its way onto the runways, in both men’s and women’s presentations, and now, you’ll find it as a deeper, frothier take on seafoam on anything from T-shirts to full suits.

So, what is it about sage green, and how should you try it out?

What is the Color Sage Green?

Pantone’s Sage and Sage Green lean toward the lighter end, frequently infused with touches of olive, muted yellow, and even grey. As a true middle-of-the-road shade, it’s neither dark nor bright, not quite a statement tone yet it shakes up all notions of what a “neutral” should be.

Beyond Pantone’s palette, more common variations go into aquamarine territory, appearing like a faded, almost yellow-turquoise with more emphasis on its green notes. Looking at it, it’s highly reminiscent of sea glass. You catch the bottle’s green hue; only, tumbling around in the salty ocean waves has turned it matte and semi-transparent.

Added to this concept, sage is a true transitional hue. You’ll spot notes of spring and summer, and its nature plainly grounds pinks and yellows. Yet, its earthier character pulls it into fall, offering a contrast against the season’s typical browns, greys, and navy.