Marengo is the shade of the sea under gray heavy clouds, not steel and shiny, but deep dark. Marengo is also called the color of dark aqua or wet asphalt.
One of the shades of gray, namely black with a gray tint, is called Marengo. This complex color looks different depending on the texture it is applied to. Often this term refers to the color of the fabric.
Origin of color
The color of Marengo, as a variety of shades of gray, appeared in 1800 after the Battle of Marengo. In the village of Marengo in northern Italy, a dark gray fabric with white splashes was produced. Napoleon Bonaparte was wearing an overcoat made of such cloth during the battle with the Austrian army. Later, this color briefly became fashionable.
Marengo variety
In Russia, the name "Marengo-Claire", which means light gray, as well as "Chestnut Marengo", which has a shade of brown, has stuck. In the twentieth century, the color of Marengo was widely used for the uniforms of Soviet soldiers and sailors. The color of the police uniform has been changed from blue to Marengo.
In Russia, the term marengo often denotes the color of the fabric - a dark fiber with the addition of white veins. Melange woolen fabric used for coats or suits is called marengo. However, all over the world, this term does not refer to fabric, but refers to the color of paint that is used in various industries.
Marengo in clothes
Being a complex compound color, Marengo is in perfect harmony with clothes made of gray or blue tones. This feature of Marengo is completely uncharacteristic for pure gray flowers. The combination of these shades fits perfectly into a strict office style and casual wear. Also, Marengo works great with black, white and beige colors, giving brightness and saturation to the whole image. Bright colors against the background of Marengo become more saturated, but at the same time they look softer than in contrast with black.
Marengo in the interior
Marengo, used in textures reminiscent of the sea surface, looks fresh and sophisticated. Lacquered wood, metals, satin, silk, glass and other smooth textures reveal all the beauty and uniqueness of the color of Marengo, giving it lightness and depth. The rough cloth texture makes Marengo rough, deaf and flat, and light silk - lively and playful.
The combination of dark Marengo with other complex tones must be diluted with simple light colors. Such an interior should not be used for a bedroom or a rest room, as it creates a tough and rude mood. This design is perfect for an office or a creative establishment.
