What Color is Red-brown
Red-brown is a grounded hue that merges the vitality of red with the stability of earth tones. It evokes the feeling of baked clay and ancient soil, offering a sense of warmth without the aggression of bright scarlet. This shade serves as a versatile anchor in visual compositions, embodying both rustic charm and enduring strength.
What color is opposite Red-brown?
The opposite color to Red-brown is Tradewind (#2ba6a6).
Additional Information
- Color Family: Red
- Temperature: Warm
- Associated Season: Autumn
- Complementary Color: #2BA6A6
- Brightness: 79/255
- Saturation: 75%
Colors That Pair Well With Red-brown
Complementary
Pair with Tradewind for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.
High Contrast
Use Aquamarine Blue for maximum readability. Ideal for text or critical UI elements.
Harmonious Depth
Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.
Color Variations
Tints (add white)
Tones (add grey)
Red-brown History
The history of this shade begins with hematite, an iron oxide mineral used in prehistoric cave paintings to depict animals and handprints. Known as red ochre, it was one of humanity's first pigments, distinct for its permanence and availability in the earth's crust. In the Renaissance, artists utilized earth pigments like Burnt Sienna to create warm underpaintings that gave skin tones a lifelike glow.
During the 19th century, synthetic iron oxides made this color more consistent for industrial use, particularly in architecture. It became the standard color for bricks and barn paint due to the cheap abundance of rust and oil mixtures. This cemented the hue's reputation as a color of infrastructure and the working class, distinct from the expensive vermilion reserved for royalty.
Meaning & Psychology
Psychologically, Red-brown provides a deep sense of security. It lacks the urgent alarm of bright red, offering instead a supportive reliability associated with the hearth and home. It encourages feelings of wholesomeness and physical comfort, making spaces feel lived-in and authentic rather than sterile.
Culturally, this shade is often linked to the harvest and agricultural roots. It signals organic origins, appealing to consumers looking for natural or artisanal products. However, overuse can feel heavy or dated, so it requires lighter accents to prevent a mood of stagnation or melancholy.
In Nature
This shade is ubiquitous in the geological landscape, seen vividly in iron-rich clay and sandstone canyons. In the botanical world, it appears during the decomposition cycle as chlorophyll fades, revealing the tannins in oak leaves. It also colors the fur of mammals like the red fox, providing camouflage against the forest floor.
How To Use Red-brown
In interior design, Red-brown adds sophistication to spaces through elements like mahogany wood or leather upholstery. It works exceptionally well as a grounding color in rustic branding, suggesting durability and tradition. Use it to warm up sterile white spaces without overwhelming the eye.
Regarding interface design, this hex code offers sufficient contrast against cream or off-white backgrounds for readable text. It is a softer alternative to pure black for typography in heritage-style projects. However, avoid pairing it with dark blues or greens, as the values can blend, causing visibility issues.
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Color Conversions
Color Blindness Simulation
CSS Snippets
color: #A52A2A;
color: rgb(165, 42, 42);
background-color: #A52A2A;
border: 3px solid #A52A2A;
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #A52A2A66;
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #A52A2A 0%, #ffffff 100%);
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What Goes With Red-brown?
Explore color palettes containing Red-brown and discover harmonious combinations for your designs.
Analogous
Split-complementary
Monochromatic
Accessibility
Contrast with Black and White
Contrast with Black
UI Examples
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Contrast Ratio
Contrast with White
UI Examples
"Color is a power which directly influences the soul."
Contrast Ratio
Closest Color Matches
Caran d'ache Luminance 6901
Perylene Brown
#585 • #891027
Polychromos
middle cadmium red
#217 • #BC454F
Caran d'ache Luminance 6901
Russet
#065 • #C03E2C
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hex code for Red-brown?
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How do I use Red-brown in CSS?
You can use Red-brown in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:
.red-brown {
background-color: #A52A2A;
color: #FFFFFF;
}For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.