Russet
HEX: #80461B | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#80461B
128, 70, 27
25°, 78% ,50%
0, 45.31, 78.91, 49.8
About Russet
Russet (#80461B) is a color with RGB(128, 70, 27) and HSL(25.54°, 78.91%, 50.2%). It is commonly associated with Energetic moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #1B5580, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #1B8046 and #461B80. The name comes from rousset (Old French).
- HEX: #80461B
- RGB: 128, 70, 27
- HSL: 25.54°, 78.91%, 50.2%
- Mood: Energetic
- Style: Vivid, Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #1B5580
- Triadic colors: #1B8046, #461B80
- The name comes from rousset (Old 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 #80461B from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The word 'russet' entered English from Old French 'rousset', a diminutive of 'rous' meaning 'red'. It originally referred to a coarse, reddish-brown homespun cloth, often made from undyed wool, that was commonly worn by peasants and country folk. This association with simple, rustic clothing led to 'russet' also being used to describe a type of apple with a rough, brownish skin, and later, a reddish-brown color itself, particularly one with a somewhat dull or earthy tone. Its use as a color name became more prominent over time, especially in describing natural elements like leaves in autumn or certain animal coats.
First Recorded Use
c. 1300-1400
Cultural Associations
Russet evokes a sense of autumn, harvest, and rustic simplicity. It's strongly associated with the color of fallen leaves, certain varieties of apples and potatoes (e.g., Russet Burbank), and the natural tones of wood and earth. In art and fashion, it's often used to convey warmth, earthiness, and a connection to nature. Historically, its association with 'russet cloth' also linked it to the working class or rural life, contrasting with brighter or more refined colors worn by the wealthy.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #80461B;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #80461B;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #80461B;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#80461B,
#1C8FE4
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#80461B,
#1C8FE4
);
}// SCSS variable
$russet: #80461B;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$russet-r: 128;
$russet-g: 70;
$russet-b: 27;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $russet;
color: rgba($russet-r, $russet-g, $russet-b, 0.8);
}