#C2874D
- RGB
- 194, 135, 77
- Brightness
- 150.4
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 30°, 49%, 53%
- HSV V %
- 76%
- Lab
- 61.1, 16.5, 39.8
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 30%, 60%, 24%
- PNG size
- 6.4 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, vivid warm hue
Recommended text: Black (6.87:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #C2874D
Common Name: Fancy Suede
RGB: (194, 135, 77)
HSL: (30, 44%, 50%)
Contrast Ratios:
- White: 5.0:1 (AA pass)
- Black: 7.7:1 (AAA pass)
Mood: A warm, earthy tone that brings a sophisticated yet comfortable feel to its environment. Often seen in design projects aiming for a rustic or cozy aesthetic, it invites calmness while also adding a bit of richness. It's a color that balances well with more neutral shades, enhancing the overall atmosphere without being overwhelming.
Close Named Matches:
- Valspar: Fancy Suede (#C2874D)
- Pantone: Nugget (#CE8C4E) - ΔE=4.61
- Jotun: Haystack (#BD8649) - ΔE=2.26
- Behr: Toffee Tart (#BF864A) - ΔE=1.35
Why Designers Use It:
This color has a natural, grounding quality that's perfect for designs requiring warmth and comfort. Its moderate saturation and earthy tone make it a popular choice in interior design, especially for creating welcoming spaces in residential projects. It’s especially trendy in homes where a cozy, "lived-in" feel is desired. The color often appears in wood finishes, textiles, and various fabric patterns. It can also be a staple in rustic and farmhouse-inspired styles.
The use of this shade in design isn't limited to just interiors. Its earthy nature also makes it suitable for outdoor spaces, especially when combined with other natural elements like stone, wood, and plants. In the fashion world, it has been used to evoke a sense of earthy luxury, offering sophistication without pretension.
The association with natural elements and a slightly vintage appeal ties it to an ongoing trend in design that favors simplicity and sustainability, bringing an organic touch to modern aesthetics.