Rosewood

HEX: #65000B | Modern Palette

On White
13.48:1
PASS
On Black
1.56:1
FAIL

Color Specifications

HEX
#65000B
RGB
101, 0, 11
HSL
353°, 100% ,39%
CMYK
0, 100, 89.11, 60.39

About Rosewood

Rosewood (#65000B) is a color with RGB(101, 0, 11) and HSL(353.47°, 100%, 39.61%). It is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #00655A, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #0B6500 and #000B65. The name comes from Rosewood (English).

  • HEX: #65000B
  • RGB: 101, 0, 11
  • HSL: 353.47°, 100%, 39.61%
  • Mood: Energetic, Bold
  • Style: Vivid, Warm
  • Use case: Text, Button, Accent
  • Complementary color: #00655A
  • Triadic colors: #0B6500, #000B65
  • The name comes from Rosewood (English).

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Color Palettes

Rosewood #65000B is used in Monochromatic, Neutral + Accent, Analogous, 3 + 1 + 1 palettes, giving designers ready-made combinations for backgrounds, surfaces, accents, and interface elements.

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
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Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
 
 
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Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
 
 
 
 
 
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.
 
 
 
 
 

Color Harmonies

Rosewood #65000B pairs with #00655A as its complementary color, and #0B6500 and #000B65 in triadic combinations. These harmony relationships help create balanced color combinations for UI, branding, and design work.

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

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Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

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Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

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Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

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Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

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Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

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Shades & Tints

The shade and tint range for Rosewood #65000B moves from dark #1A0003 tones through the base color to lighter #FFE6E8 tones, making it useful for depth, hierarchy, and background variation.

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Color Characteristics

Mood
Energetic Bold
Style
Vivid Warm
Use case
Text Button Accent

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #373702
Protanopia #20200D
Tritanopia #650101
Achromatopsia #2F2F2F

Frequently Asked Questions

Rosewood (#65000B) is a color with RGB(101, 0, 11) and HSL(353.47°, 100%, 39.61%).

#65000B pairs strongly with #00655A as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#65000B is suitable for Text, Button, Accent and works well with Vivid, Warm styles.

#65000B is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold.

The name Rosewood is linked to Rosewood from English, meaning Wood from various tropical trees, often with a reddish hue and fragrant scent, resembling roses..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Rosewood
Meaning Wood from various tropical trees, often with a reddish hue and fragrant scent, resembling roses.
Language English
First Recorded Use 17th Century

History

The use of rosewood dates back centuries, prized for its beauty, durability, and aromatic qualities. It became highly sought after in Europe for furniture making, musical instruments (especially guitars and pianos), and decorative inlays. The demand led to extensive logging, particularly in Brazil and later in Asia, causing significant environmental concerns. Various species are now protected under CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) due to overexploitation. The name itself is a direct translation, combining 'rose' (referring to the color and/or scent) and 'wood'.

First Recorded Use

The term 'rosewood' first appeared in English in the early 17th century, referring to the wood of Dalbergia species, particularly from Brazil.

Cultural Associations

Rosewood has been a symbol of luxury and craftsmanship. Its use in high-end furniture and musical instruments has made it a prestigious material. In some cultures, its rarity and beauty have also given it symbolic value related to wealth and status. The distinct grain patterns and deep colors are highly valued in woodworking and design. However, its history is also intertwined with colonial trade and environmental exploitation, leading to modern conservation efforts and a shift towards sustainable alternatives or reclaimed rosewood.

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Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #65000B;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #65000B;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #65000B;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #65000B,
        #00CAB4
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #65000B,
        #00CAB4
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$rosewood: #65000B;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$rosewood-r: 101;
$rosewood-g: 0;
$rosewood-b: 11;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $rosewood;
    color: rgba($rosewood-r, $rosewood-g, $rosewood-b, 0.8);
}