All you need to know about Taupe.

Find out what the color means and how you can pair it with other colors to achieve beautiful results.

Taupe Color Guide: Neutral, Earthy, and Versatile

Taupe (#483C32) is a deep grayish-brown color named after the French word for mole. It sits between gray and brown with a light, earthy quality. Once considered dull and bland, taupe has gained popularity in fashion and interior design for its versatility. It is associated with luxury, balance, relaxation, minimalism, and modernism.

Symbolism and Appeal of Taupe (#483C32)

Taupe's neutral nature makes it ideal for creating calming and balanced spaces or designs. It conveys sophistication and warmth, making it a popular choice in contemporary interiors and fashion. Taupe’s earthy undertones are perfect for evoking a sense of groundedness and stability.

Perfect Pairings with Taupe (#483C32)

Due to its versatile nature, taupe pairs seamlessly with a variety of colors:

Pair taupe with tan (#D2B48C) and white (#FFFFFF) for a modern, minimalist palette that exudes simplicity and elegance.

For a warm, dynamic palette, complement taupe with additional brown shades like sand dollar (#C2B280) to enhance its earthy character.

Taupe also pairs well with deep colors like navy blue (#000080) or burgundy (#800020) for a sophisticated and bold look.

Taupe Color Specifications

Hex Code: #483C32 – A deep, earthy grayish-brown perfect for creating modern and versatile design elements.

Color conversion

HEX
#483C32

RGB DECIMAL
72, 60, 50

RGB PERCENTAGE
0.3, 0.2, 0.2

HSL
27.3, 0.2, 0.2, 1.0

HSV
27.3, 0.3, 0.3

CMYK
0.0, 0.2, 0.3, 0.7

LAB
26.3, 3.4, 8.1

NUMBER
4734002

LUMINANCE
0.05

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