Copper Rose
HEX: #996666 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#996666
153, 102, 102
0°, 33% ,60%
0, 33.33, 33.33, 40
About Copper Rose
Copper Rose (#996666) is a color with RGB(153, 102, 102) and HSL(0°, 33.33%, 60%). In design, it fits Muted, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Print. Its complementary color is Desaturated Cyan (#669999), which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #669966 and Dark Blue-gray (#666699). The name comes from Copper Rose (English).
- HEX: #996666
- RGB: 153, 102, 102
- HSL: 0°, 33.33%, 60%
- Style: Muted, Warm
- Use case: Text, Print
- Complementary color: Desaturated Cyan (#669999)
- Triadic colors: #669966, Dark Blue-gray (#666699)
- The name comes from Copper Rose (English).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Copper Rose #996666 is used in Monochromatic, Neutral + Accent, Analogous, 3 + 1 + 1 palettes, giving designers ready-made combinations for backgrounds, surfaces, accents, and interface elements.
Color Harmonies
Copper Rose #996666 pairs with Desaturated Cyan (#669999) as its complementary color, and #669966 and Dark Blue-gray (#666699) in triadic combinations. These harmony relationships help create balanced color combinations for UI, branding, and design work.
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The color 'Copper Rose' combines the earthy, metallic warmth of copper with the soft, often pinkish or reddish hues associated with roses. Copper itself has been used for millennia, and its distinctive reddish-brown sheen has long been admired. Roses, similarly, have been cultivated for thousands of years and are known for their wide range of colors, including various shades of red and pink. The combination 'Copper Rose' specifically evokes a muted, sophisticated reddish-brown with a hint of pink or a metallic luster. Its popularity has fluctuated, often seeing resurgence during periods that favor natural, earthy, or vintage aesthetics. It's a common color in makeup (especially eyeshadows and lipsticks), textiles, and home decor.
First Recorded Use
While 'copper' and 'rose' have existed as color descriptors for centuries, the specific compound 'Copper Rose' as a distinct color name likely emerged in the late 19th or early 20th century, particularly with the rise of standardized color charts in fashion, interior design, and cosmetics. Earlier uses might be more descriptive phrases rather than a specific color name.
Cultural Associations
Culturally, copper is often associated with warmth, durability, and sometimes prosperity or healing. Roses symbolize love, beauty, and passion. 'Copper Rose' therefore carries connotations of warm beauty, natural elegance, and a touch of vintage charm. It's a versatile color that can be seen as both rustic and refined, depending on its application and accompanying colors. It often appears in autumn palettes due to its earthy tones but can also be used to add warmth to spring and summer designs.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #996666;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #996666;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #996666;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#996666,
#77BBBB
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#996666,
#77BBBB
);
}// SCSS variable
$copper-rose: #996666;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$copper-rose-r: 153;
$copper-rose-g: 102;
$copper-rose-b: 102;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $copper-rose;
color: rgba($copper-rose-r, $copper-rose-g, $copper-rose-b, 0.8);
}