Blackbrown

Blackbrown is a descriptive term for a very dark brown color with near-black intensity. It denotes a shade that sits between brown and black, retaining a brown undertone while appearing almost black in low light. Because it is not a standardized color name in major color systems, its exact appearance varies across palettes, brands, and screens.

In digital and print contexts, there is no single official hex or RGB value for blackbrown. Designers often approximate it with very dark browns or near-black browns. Typical approximations might subset to hex values around #1A0D0D, #2B1A12, or #1C0F0F, corresponding to deep reds or yellows at low saturation depending on the monitor. Because color rendering depends on lighting, material, and display, the perceived shade can shift toward warmer or cooler tones.

Usage of blackbrown spans fashion, interior design, and branding. It is used to suggest sophistication, gravity, or timelessness while avoiding the starkness of pure black. In textiles and leather, the color evokes depth and texture; in interiors, it can provide grounding for other colors or materials like wood and metal.

Variants of the term include black brown or black-brown, reflecting its nature as a descriptive color name rather than a fixed standard. While closely related to brown and black, blackbrown is distinguished by its extreme darkness and the retention of a subtle brown hue.

See also: Brown, Black, Dark colors, Color naming.