Characterisation, colour codes, shades and mixing of autumn brown

The colour deer brown is a warm, earthy shade that draws inspiration from the natural environment. This shade ranges from brown to reddish shades of rust, and is generally associated with the fur of wild deer, hence the name. Deer brown is a colour strongly associated with nature and many people associate it with the autumn season and the warm colours of the earth. It is often used in interior design and fashion to convey a sense of calm and natural elegance.

The fawn brown colour is an excellent combination with other earth colours such as Green, yellow and orange, which can help create a warm, welcoming and harmonious space. It also works well with neutral colours such as beige and grey, giving you the opportunity to create a sophisticated yet natural-looking design. Moose brown is an attractive option for those who want to bring natural beauty and a warm, homely feel to their surroundings.

RGB and HEX colour codes for the colour maroon

The values of the colour deer brown RGB (Red, Green, Blue) are 205, 133, 63. HEX code: #CD853F.

Colour scheme	Code/Weights
Hex	#D2B48C
RGB	rgb(210, 180, 140)
HSL	hsl(34, 44%, 69%)
HSV/HSB	hsv(34, 33%, 82%)
CMYK	cmyk(0, 14, 33, 18)
Contrasting colour	#2B4B73
Complementary colour	#8CB4D2

Dark and light shades of autumn brown

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Dark shades

Light shades

Autumn brown complementary colour palettes

Moose brown is a warm and earthy colour, often used to create a natural and calming effect. The following colour palettes show how to combine fawn with other colours to achieve different effects.

Complementary palette

Analogue palette

Monochrome palette

Triad palette

Tetrade palette

Split complementary palette

Neutral palette

Grey brown colour colour

A fawn is a warm, medium-dark shade of brown, reminiscent of the colour of a deer's coat. It can be matched with reddish and golden tones that convey a warm and natural feeling.

What is the colour of a fawn?

The shade of fawn colour depends on several factors:

• The composition of the paint used and the proportion of pigments
• The material and texture of the surface to which the colour is applied
• The type and intensity of lighting that affects colour perception
• The adjacent colours that can have an optical effect on the appearance of the colour

How is it possible to mix the colours of the fawn colour?

The mixing of the fawn colour can be achieved by using the right proportions of the following colours:

• Brown: It is used as a base, which gives it its fawn shade.
• Yellow: Small amounts can be used to warm the brown colour.
• Red: Small amounts can be used to brighten the brown colour.
• White: This is used to lighten the brown colour to get a softer shade.

The exact proportions may vary depending on the final shade you want, so it's a good idea to mix in small steps and always check the actual colour.