#A0928B

Color Profile: #A0928B

Common Name: Dusty Taupe

RGB: 160, 146, 139

HSL: 30°, 12%, 60%

Contrast vs White: 7.6 (AA Pass)

Contrast vs Black: 10.2 (AA Pass)

Mood Blurb: #A0928B, a soft, muted taupe, creates a calming, warm atmosphere. It’s subtle, sophisticated, and grounded, often evoking feelings of tranquility and natural elegance. Its subdued tone makes it versatile across different applications, ideal for creating a cozy or refined aesthetic.

Close Named Matches:

• PPG Paint: Talavera (#A0928B) Exact Match
• Jotun: Tiramisu (#A3978D)
• Behr: Pebbled Path (#A0958D)
• Benjamin Moore: Studio Clay (#A08F85)
• Pantone Fashion Home Interiors: Etherea (#A5958F)

Why Designers Use It:

• This color is often employed in interior design, especially for creating cozy, neutral environments where subtlety is key. Its warmth and grounding nature make it perfect for spaces meant to evoke comfort, such as living rooms and bedrooms.
• Industries related to home decor, including paints, textiles, and furniture, frequently use this color due to its sophisticated yet approachable feel.
• It’s seen in a variety of commercial spaces, including cafes and boutique stores, where an understated, natural look is desired.
• It’s a favorite in modern minimalism, where designers often look for colors that blend seamlessly with wood, metals, and natural textures. Its use in color palettes is also common in the automotive industry, especially for luxury models.
• Regionally, this color sees high usage in Scandinavian and contemporary European designs, often chosen for its ability to fit into both modern and traditional contexts.

Delta E Differences: The delta E (ΔE) value between similar colors such as PPG Talavera and other variants like Behr Pebbled Path and Pantone Etherea is remarkably small, indicating close visual similarity. However, slight variations like these may result in subtle perceptual differences, especially in certain lighting.