pinkbrown

Pinkbrown is a color term used to describe a muted tone that lies between pink and brown. It typically appears as a dusty, rosy shade with brown undertones, yielding a warm, earthy pink rather than a bright hue.

The term is informal and not part of a formal color system such as Pantone, NCS, or the CSS color list. Designers often use pinkbrown in palettes to convey warmth, vintage appeal, or artisanal character, with the precise shade varying by lighting and medium.

In fashion and interior design, pinkbrown is used as a neutral or accent color, pairing well with creams, beiges, olive greens, blues, and charcoal or navy. It can evoke retro or contemporary styles depending on saturation and context.

In digital and print contexts, ensuring readable contrast with text or overlays can require adjustments, since pinkbrown shades may be light and low-contrast on light backgrounds.

Related terms include dusty rose, rose brown, mauve taupe, and clay pink, though each describes a slightly different hue. Pinkbrown has no fixed standard, offering flexibility in design palettes.