Deep Taupe
HEX: #7E5E60 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#7E5E60
126, 94, 96
356°, 25% ,49%
0, 25.4, 23.81, 50.59
About Deep Taupe
Deep Taupe (#7E5E60) is a color with RGB(126, 94, 96) and HSL(356.25°, 25.4%, 49.41%). In design, it fits Muted, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Border, Print. Its complementary color is #5E7E7C, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #607E5E and #5E607E. The name comes from taupe (French).
- HEX: #7E5E60
- RGB: 126, 94, 96
- HSL: 356.25°, 25.4%, 49.41%
- Style: Muted, Warm
- Use case: Text, Border, Print
- Complementary color: #5E7E7C
- Triadic colors: #607E5E, #5E607E
- The name comes from taupe (French).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Color Harmonies
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Split-Complementary
Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Monochromatic
Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.
Shades & Tints
A seamless scale of #7E5E60 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The word 'taupe' itself is much older, deriving from Latin 'talpa'. Its use as a color name in English is a direct adoption from French. Initially, it described a very specific brownish-grey. Over time, the definition has broadened significantly, leading to many variations like 'Deep Taupe', 'Greige Taupe', 'Pink Taupe', etc. 'Deep Taupe' specifically implies a darker, richer version of the classic taupe, often with more pronounced brown or even a hint of purple/red undertones, as seen in #7e5e60.
First Recorded Use
The color 'taupe' first gained popularity in fashion and interior design in the early 19th century, specifically around the 1800s-1810s, referring to the color of a mole's fur.
Cultural Associations
Taupe, in general, is highly valued for its versatility and sophistication. It's often seen as a 'new neutral' that offers more warmth than grey but is less stark than pure brown. 'Deep Taupe' specifically conveys a sense of grounded elegance, often used in luxury goods, classic fashion, and upscale interior design. It's considered a timeless and understated color that pairs well with both vibrant and muted palettes.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #7E5E60;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #7E5E60;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #7E5E60;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#7E5E60,
#5E9E9A
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#7E5E60,
#5E9E9A
);
}// SCSS variable
$deep-taupe: #7E5E60;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$deep-taupe-r: 126;
$deep-taupe-g: 94;
$deep-taupe-b: 96;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $deep-taupe;
color: rgba($deep-taupe-r, $deep-taupe-g, $deep-taupe-b, 0.8);
}