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Puce
What color is Puce?
Puce is a color that is hard to define precisely.
It is a dark shade of brown with a hint of purple.
Some people may call it brownish-purple or reddish-brown.
The name comes from the French word for flea, because it resembles the color of flea droppings or bloodstains on linen.
Puce is not a very popular color, but it has been used in fashion and interior design.
It can create a warm and cozy atmosphere when paired with other earthy tones.
Puce can also contrast well with bright colors like orange, green, and yellow.
Example of the palette with the Puce color
![Palette with colors: Seal brown, Puce and Charcoal Picture with primary colors of Seal brown, Puce, Charcoal, Chestnut and Wenge](/images/puce/painting-of-a-mountain.webp)
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Example of the palette with the Puce color
![Palette with colors: Twilight lavender, Vivid tangerine and Eggplant Picture with primary colors of Twilight lavender, Vivid tangerine, Eggplant, Puce and Rose gold](/images/puce/boat-is-out-on-the-water.webp)
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Example of the palette with the Puce color
![Palette with colors: Puce, Moonstone blue and Charcoal Picture with primary colors of Puce, Moonstone blue, Charcoal, Indian yellow and Onyx](/images/puce/river-in-the-middle-of-a-desert.webp)
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What are the examples of Puce color in life?
Puce is a color that's hard to define
It's a mix of red and purple with some brown or gray
Some say it's the color of a flea or a stain
But it can also be found in nature or art in a subtle way
Puce is the color of dried roses
That still hold a hint of their scent
Puce is the color of autumn leaves
That have fallen and lost their pigment
Puce is the color of old wine
That has aged and mellowed with time
Puce is the color of velvet curtains
That create a cozy and warm ambiance
Puce is not a flashy or bright color
But it has its own charm and grace
Puce is a color that can evoke nostalgia
Or add some depth and richness to a space
Example of the palette with the Puce color
![Palette with colors: Seal brown, Puce and Old mauve Picture with primary colors of Seal brown, Puce, Old mauve, Burnt Sienna and Medium carmine](/images/puce/man-with-wings-standing.webp)
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What looks best in Puce?
Example of the palette with the Puce color
![Palette with colors: Puce, Dark lava and Pale silver Picture with primary colors of Puce, Dark lava, Pale silver, Dollar bill and Smoky black](/images/puce/puce-color-vase-filled-with-flowers.webp)
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