donkergoud

Donkergoud is a Dutch color term that translates to “dark gold.” It is used to describe a warm, deep gold shade with brownish undertones rather than a bright, yellow-gold. As a nonstandardized name, the exact tone of donkergoud varies by manufacturer, designer, and medium. In practice, it can refer to finishes ranging from a metallic gold with a subdued luster to a rich, matte amber-gold.

Etymology and usage: The word combines donker (dark) and goud (gold) and is commonly found in Dutch catalogs, interior design, fashion, cosmetics, and branding. It is used to evoke luxury and warmth and appears for paints, fabrics, upholstery, jewelry, and packaging where a refined gold tone is desired.

Context and interpretation: The shade is often associated with autumn and winter palettes and tends to pair well with deep blues, greens, charcoal, and other muted tones. Because donkergoud is not standardized, consumers should check color swatches or samples to confirm the exact tone before use in design projects.

Relation to color systems: Donkergoud is not an official color name in international standards such as the CIE color system or HTML/CSS. Approximations of the shade exist in various brand-specific paint catalogs and textile references, with hex values or CMYK values differing by vendor.

See also: Gold (color); Bronze; Ochre; Dutch color naming.