Chestnut Color
HEX color code is #954535 and the RGB is 149, 69, 53
Chestnut is an orange-brown color that is lighter than sepia but darker than terracotta. It has a muted red undertone that gives brightness and warmth, especially when displayed on a rustic woodgrain surface.
How the color is made: To make the color Chestnut mix very light red with very dark (almost black red), the resulting color will be an earthy warm brown.
History: Chestnut was traditionally associated with demureness, civility, and decorum. Its dark hue made is the perfect color for furniture design. Chestnut has a strong and masculine feel that is symbolic of the trees from which the name came. It evokes a sense of stability.
Color in Action
Chestnut colors are often seen in stately homes with grand banisters and wood-paneled interiors. It is a color that is often associated with executives and legal professionals, as their offices are frequently adorned with Chestnut-coloured furniture that has black leather insets.
Chestnut is just as common in fashion. Designers incorporate the deep reddish-brown hue into belt fabrications, handbags with gold trim, and other accessories like hats and shoes. Though Chestnut has a strong red undertone, it is still considered a neutral color by many because of its ability to pair with virtually any color.
Colors that go with Chestnut
Match Chestnut with dark moderate cyan to achieve a complementary color scheme for a look that feels stoic and grand. Chestnut can also be paired with its split-complementary colors, dark moderate blue and dark moderate cyan for an imperial look that feels noble.
Chestnut Color Palettes and Schemes
Chestnut, moderate red, and blush will form a cohesive monochromatic color palette that brings a subtle feminine feel to the table.
