Babouche
Often used for its versatile qualities, Babouche remains a staple for Farrow & Ball designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to perfect for adding character to any space. We've gathered 48 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#e8c267
Babouche in Real Rooms
6 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
On kitchen cabinets, Babouche adds a considered, intentional feel without demanding attention. It holds its own against both warm wood countertops and cool quartz, making it a flexible choice for the hardest-working room in the house.
Farrow and Ball Babouche kitchen cabinets
@perfectfinishes
6 Bathroom Photos
Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. Babouche holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.
Farrow and Ball Babouche bathroom color review
@asouthlondonmumslife
9 Living Room Photos
Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as Babouche. In natural light, it reads clean, grounded, and modern; by candlelight or lamp, it deepens into something much more soulful. For a living room that needs to function as a bright morning coffee spot and a moody evening lounge, that tonal range is an invaluable asset.
Farrow and Ball Babouche living room color review
@kateslater
2 House Photos
When choosing Babouche for an exterior, you are opting for a color that respects the landscape. It feels like it grew out of the earth rather than being dropped onto it, creating a harmonious relationship between the architecture and the garden.
Farrow and Ball Babouche exterior paint review
@lifeattheprospect
Farrow and Ball Babouche exterior paint
@hackney_shutter_blinds
7 Front Door Photos
In a world of boring front doors, Babouche is a breath of fresh air. It's a sophisticated choice that works with almost any siding color, providing a much-needed focal point that guides guests naturally toward the entrance.
Babouche front door
@georgestreet1890
1 Bedroom Photo
Babouche has a unique ability to make a bedroom feel larger yet more intimate at the same time. By softening the "edges" of the room, the walls seem to move back, while the warmth of the tone makes the bed feel like a safe, protected island in the center of the space.
Farrow and Ball Babouche bedroom color-block
@jackdmarch
4 Kitchen Photos
For smaller kitchens, Babouche can be used to create a "jewel box" effect. By painting the walls and trim in this same shade, you eliminate visual breaks, making the room feel more expansive and sophisticated despite its modest footprint.
Farrow and Ball Babouche kitchen paint
@chadwickstransformingspaces
Farrow and Ball Babouche kitchen paint
@a_georgian_townhouse
Farrow and Ball Babouche kitchen interior
@susandeliss
Farrow and Ball Babouche kitchen color
@maisonmarie_bonjour
10 Misc Photos
In walk-in closets or pantries, Babouche provides a dark, sophisticated backdrop that makes your belongings look organized and curated. It turns a storage space into a boutique-like experience every time you open the door.
Farrow and Ball Babouche fireplace
@sashandstone
3 Dining Room Photos
The color Babouche has a way of making wood furniture look its best. Whether you have a dark mahogany table or a light oak sideboard, the undertones of the paint will pull out the natural beauty and grain of the wood.
Farrow and Ball Babouche dining room
@lesliebanker
Farrow and Ball Babouche dining room review
@our_1930cottage
Farrow and Ball Babouche dining room accent wall
@our_1930cottage