#B37D70
- Brightness
- 142.1
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 12°, 31%, 57%
- HSV V %
- 70%
- Lab
- 57.5, 19.3, 15.5
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 30%, 37%, 30%
- PNG size
- 6.2 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, soft warm hue
Recommended text: Black (6.08:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #B37D70
Common Name: Rosewood
RGB: (179, 125, 112)
HSL: (16°, 22%, 56%)
Contrast Ratio: 4.3:1 (against white), 3.5:1 (against black) (AA pass/fail)
Mood Blurb: #B37D70, also known as Rosewood, evokes a sense of warmth, comfort, and subtle elegance. It's a color that blends red-brown tones with soft, earthy hues, often associated with vintage aesthetics and interior design. Its rich, but not overwhelming presence makes it suitable for both contemporary and traditional settings, offering a cozy, grounded feel.
Notable Close Matches:
- Behr Paint: Copper Pot (#B37D70) - Exact match, used frequently in interior design for a soft, inviting touch.
- Jotun: Power Puff (#B9897A) - A similar muted rose with a slightly more muted, beige tone.
- Pantone FHI: Old Rose (#B47B77) - Close match, offering a slightly cooler, more pastel appearance, used in fashion and home interiors.
- Dulux: Red Sand (#B47761) - A comparable earthy tone, used in various decor schemes for its warmth.
- Sherwin-Williams: Rojo Dust (#B57466) - Another reddish hue that shares the same earthy appeal but with a slight orange undertone.
Why Designers Use It:
Rosewood is a versatile and timeless color, often chosen by designers for its balance between warmth and sophistication. The earthy tones make it popular in interior design, especially for creating cozy, inviting spaces. It’s frequently used in vintage and rustic designs, but it also fits well in more modern schemes when paired with neutral tones. Its deep, rich qualities are perfect for accent walls, furniture, and textiles. It's not just for interiors either—this color has a place in the world of fashion and branding as well, lending itself to a feeling of elegance and durability.
The use of this color can vary regionally, with certain countries favoring these warm tones for cultural or aesthetic reasons. It's often seen in traditional and classic designs, especially in furniture and textiles. As far as industry use goes, it's commonly seen in furniture manufacturing, home decor, and luxury product packaging. It’s also found in automotive interiors and branding, where a more refined or vintage appearance is desired.