Eggplant #614051

Eggplant is a deep, muted purple with brown undertones, commonly given as #614051. It is dark, low in saturation, and slightly warm, so it reads almost like a colored neutral. The vegetable gives it its name, and designers know it from moody kitchens, autumn knitwear, and understated branding.

There is no CSS keyword for eggplant, which is called aubergine in British English. #614051 is a common value; real eggplant skin is often darker and glossier, close to black-purple.

#614051

Eggplant color codes
HEX	`#614051`
RGB	`rgb(97, 64, 81)`
HSL	`hsl(329, 20%, 32%)`
HSV	`hsv(329, 34%, 38%)`
CMYK	`cmyk(0%, 34%, 16%, 62%)`

Make a palette with Eggplant What goes with it

Text on Eggplant

White text reads better on Eggplant. Ratios use the WCAG 2 formula: 4.5:1 passes AA for body text, 3:1 passes for large text.

White text

The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.

8.89:1 · AAA

Black text

The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.

2.36:1 · Fail

Colors that go with Eggplant

#E1AD01Mustard YellowWarm autumn contrast that brightens the deep purple.#9CAF88Sage GreenSoft botanical partner, like the vegetable's green stem.#DE5D83Blush PinkGentle, modern accent for interiors and branding.#FFFDD0CreamReadable, warm neutral for text and walls.#B87333CopperMetallic warmth for kitchens, cookware, and packaging.

Eggplant tints and shades

Tints mix Eggplant with white, shades mix it with black, in 15% steps. Copy any code, or open the tint and shade generator for a full scale.

Tints

#795D6B

#907985

#A8969F

#C0B3B9

#D8CFD4

Shades

#523645

#442D39

#35232D

#271A20

#181014

Eggplant color schemes

Color-wheel harmonies built by rotating the hue of #614051 and keeping its saturation and lightness.

Complementary

#614051

#406150

Analogous

#604061

#614051

#614041

Triadic

#614051

#516140

#405161

Split complementary

#614051

#416140

#406160

Tetradic

#614051

#616040

#406150

#404161

Eggplant color meaning

Eggplant does not carry the regal weight of purple. Its brown undertone pulls it toward earth and harvest, so it feels grounded, practical, and warm. That makes it an easy purple for people who usually avoid purple.

The name comes straight from the vegetable, and in Britain and much of Europe the same color is called aubergine. Both names give it a homely, culinary feel, which suits food brands, kitchen design, and cookware.

In fashion and interiors, eggplant often stands in for brown or charcoal. It brings depth and a hint of color without drawing much attention, which reads as sophisticated and mature. It has little established symbolism beyond that, and most of its meaning comes from the cozy, autumnal settings where it appears.

How to use Eggplant in design

White and cream text read well on #614051, so it can carry headings, footers, and labels. Dark text is too low in contrast. Eggplant works as a softer alternative to black for text-heavy dark themes, and it gives food, wine, and home brands a warm, grown-up tone.

Under warm light, and on some screens, it can look brown, so preview it in context. In interiors, eggplant kitchen cabinets, velvet sofas, and painted dining rooms pair well with brass, copper, and sage.

Palettes with Eggplant tones

Curated palettes with a color close to #614051.

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Colors similar to Eggplant

#722F37Wine #483C32Taupe #6F4E37Coffee #36454FCharcoal #353935Onyx #7B3F00Chocolate Brown

Work with Eggplant

Palette generatorBuild a palette around #614051 Contrast checkerTest text on this color Tint and shade generatorA full scale for CSS or Tailwind Color wheelEvery harmony for this hue Color pickerAdjust it and convert formats Color mixerBlend it with another color

Eggplant FAQ

Is eggplant purple or brown?

Eggplant is a purple with strong brown undertones. The #614051 value has more red than blue and very little saturation, which is why it can look brown in warm light. Next to true browns it reads purple; next to bright purples it reads brownish. Many designers treat it as a dark neutral.

What colors go with eggplant?

Mustard, ochre, and gold give it a lively warm contrast. Sage and olive greens feel natural and calm. Blush pink and cream soften it for bedrooms and branding. Copper and brass hardware suit eggplant cabinets and furniture. Avoid bright neon colors, which make its muted tone look dull.