What color is Rust?
Rust is a dark brownish-red with strong orange undertones, hex #B7410E, close to the color of aged terracotta. The color is muted and earthy, deeper than orange but warmer than a true brown.
What is the meaning of the color Rust?
The name comes from the reddish-brown iron oxide that forms on corroded metal, a process documented since ancient times. Iron rust was used as a natural pigment in early paints and dyes across Europe and the Middle East. By the 19th century, rust-colored fabrics were common in working-class clothing, where undyed or minimally processed wool often took on similar tones. The color was formally catalogued in early 20th-century design references, and Levi Strauss & Co. has used rust as a recurring seasonal tone in denim and canvas collections.
What colors go with Rust?
Colors that pair well with Rust include:
Navy Blue: sharp, grounding contrast
Cream: soft, warm balance
Forest Green: rich, earthy depth
Mustard Yellow: warm, tonal harmony
Charcoal: strong, neutral anchor
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Conversions & Codes
| Format | Value | CSS |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #B7410E |
color: #B7410E;
|
| RGB | 183, 65, 14 |
color: rgb(183, 65, 14);
|
| RGB Percentage | 72%, 25%, 5% |
color: rgb(72%, 25%, 5%);
|
| CMYK | 0%, 64%, 92%, 28% | Not supported in CSS |
| HSL | 18°, 86%, 39% |
color: hsl(18, 86%, 39%);
|
| HSV | 18°, 92%, 72% | Not supported in CSS |
| CIE-LAB | 31, 24, 17 |
color: lab(31% 24 17);
|
| Decimal | 12009742 | Not supported in CSS |
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CSS & Dev Snippets
.rust {
color: #B7410E;
}
$rust: #B7410E;
rgb(183, 65, 14)