The color taupe, a light grayish-brown, is named after the fur of the European mole, which is known for its muted, grayish-brown color. The French word "taupe" was adopted into English in the 19th century to describe this particular shade.
The color taupe, a light grayish-brown, is named after the fur of the European mole, which is known for its muted, grayish-brown color. The French word "taupe" was adopted into English in the 19th century to describe this particular shade.