Claret

Claret is the old British name for red Bordeaux, and the colour follows the wine: a deep red with a cool edge of purple. It sits between oxblood and burgundy, with less brown than the first and more brightness than the second. In a room it suits dining spaces, reading corners and anywhere used mostly in the evening. Velvet, glazed tile and painted panelling all carry it well. Cream and dusty pink soften it. Marigold and ochre give it warmth and a slightly retro feel.

2 palettes · 1 journal piece