Brown is a neutral colour and instantly brings a feeling of nature and the seasons.
Brown is also said to stimulate the appetite which may help in keeping the budget down (yes we are joking).
Brown affects the mind by making us feel warm and cozy and peaceful.
Whilst some feel the colour is seen as dull it is also simple and when teamed with other colours is not as harsh a black so may be a good alternative.
The colour brown is associated with and represents:
- Earth
- Wood
- Wholesomeness
- Elegance
- Healing
- Grounding
- Stone
- Reliability
- Security
- Nature
- Home
- Warmth
- Stability
- Autumn
- Simplicity
- Friendliness
- Dependability
- Health
- Growth
- Fertility
There are different shades and tints of brown and just some of them are referred to as:
- Sienna
- Sand
- Dapple
- Snuff – coloured
- Cocoa
- Umber
- Mahogany
- Oak
- Bronze
- Chestnut
- Cinnamon
- Tawny
- Tan
- Wood
- Nut-brown
- Khaki
- Puce
- Ochre
- Terracotta
- Toast
- Coffee
- Cinnamon
- Hazel
- Russet
- Ginger
- Chocolate
- Ecru
- Brunette
- Copper
- Fawn
- Auburn
So as you can see, brown doesn’t have to be dull and boring.
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