How to wear brown
A brown jacket looks great with blue jeans and a white tee. With beige pants and a cream sweater you get an elegant tonal look. Brown shoes and bags go with almost everything in your closet. For a pop of color, add an orange or turquoise scarf.
Brown in home decor
Brown shows up mostly in wood, leather and rugs. Pair it with white or beige walls for balance. Turquoise, green or orange throw pillows give it energy. Plants and natural fibers create a warm, relaxed feel.
Brown in graphic and web design
Brown is a good text color on cream or beige backgrounds, softer than black. Use it for natural, organic or coffee brands, with a green or orange accent to stand out.
What to avoid
Avoid mixing lots of different browns without a light color between them, because everything blends together. Brown with pure black can look heavy.
See the full brown color page with all its codes and shades.