In literary texts, the use of "champagne" as a color conveys a refined, understated elegance that stands apart from its more common association with the festive drink. For instance, one passage describes an "immaculate row of fine kid boots, long, narrow, pearl-grey, tan and champagne-coloured" [1], where the hue subtly complements other neutral tones to evoke a sense of warmth and delicacy. In this context, "champagne" serves not merely as a label for a beverage but as a carefully chosen adjective that adds a layer of visual nuance and sophistication to the description.
- The only orderly thing visible was the immaculate row of fine kid boots, long, narrow, pearl-grey, tan and champagne-coloured.
— from The Hippodrome by Rachel Hayward