#E5AA70
Brown family

Fawn

Also known as: earthy · gentle · soft · warm · natural
Hex #E5AA70
RGB rgb(229, 170, 112)
HSL hsl(30°, 69%, 67%)
CMYK 0 · 26 · 51 · 10
RAL RAL 1002 · Sand Yellow

RAL and NCS values are nearest equivalents, not official designations.

Meaning

The psychology, symbolism and cultural history of Fawn.

In Western cultures, fawn is often associated with innocence and gentleness, connecting to themes of nature and nurturing. Contrastingly, in some Indigenous cultures, it represents resilience and adaptability, highlighting the balance between innocence and survival.

The term 'fawn' originates from the Old English 'faun', which referred to a young deer, dating back to the 14th century. Its use in textiles and design became popular in the 19th century as a representation of rustic charm and natural beauty.

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Similar colors

The closest colors to Fawn by perceived distance.

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Shades & tints

9 variations of Fawn by lightness, from dark to light.

-40% #77583A
-30% #936D48
-20% #AE8155
-10% #CA9663
BASE #E5AA70
+15% #E8B481
+30% #EBBE92
+50% #EEC9A3
+70% #F1D3B5

Complementary

Colors that pair beautifully with Fawn on the color wheel.

Palettes

Curated 5-color combinations featuring Fawn.

#E5AA70
#A45A3C
#F5F5F5
#C8B09C
#7A4C4A

Autumn Embrace

Warm Comfort
#E5AA70
#4C8C6B
#888888
#D5C2A1
#B5A678

Nature's Whisper

Natural Serenity
#E5AA70
#8B5B29
#FFFFFF
#A89C8D
#B67C5F

Rustic Charm

Cozy Retreat
Buff
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