# Sherwin Williams Bittersweet Stem

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/bittersweet-stem-sw-7536](https://plan-home.com/color/bittersweet-stem-sw-7536)

The rich and warm Bittersweet Stem (SW 7536) by Sherwin Williams adds a lively elegance to any space. This hue pairs beautifully with earthy tones such as moss green, caramel brown, and soft cream, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. When combined with accents in taupe and rust, Bittersweet Stem brings a sophisticated depth to the palette. Whether used in a dining room, bedroom, or study, this versatile color choice adds a touch of nature-inspired charm to your decor.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Sherwin Williams
- **Color name:** Bittersweet Stem
- **Color code:** SW 7536
- **HEX:** #cbb49a
- **RGB:** 203, 180, 154
- **LRV:** 47.84%
- **Brightness:** Mid-tone
- **Color families:** Beige
- **Temperature:** warm
- **Undertones:** red
- **Collections:** Living Well, Acute Care Warm Foundations, Timeless Color Wall

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 32° Saturation: 24.14% Value: 79.61%
- **HSL:** hsl(32, 32, 70)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 11.33 Yellow: 24.14 Key: 20.39
- **YIQ:** Y: 183.913 I: 22.061 Q: -3.226
- **XYZ:** X: 46.782 Y: 47.674 Z: 37.301
- **CIE Lab:** L:74.619 a:4.179 b:16.297
- **CIE Luv:** L:74.619 u:15.83 v:22.02
- **Decimal:** 13350042
- **Hunter Lab:** 69.046, 0.113, 16.302

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Behr Mushroom Bisque](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-mushroom-bisque)
- [Behr Basswood](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-basswood)
- [Sherwin Williams Nomadic Desert](https://plan-home.com/color/nomadic-desert-sw-6107)
- [Benjamin Moore Truffle](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-truffle-af-130)
- [Sherwin Williams Quinoa](https://plan-home.com/color/quinoa-sw-9102)
- [Behr Polo Tan](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-polo-tan)
- [Sherwin Williams Tawny Tan](https://plan-home.com/color/tawny-tan-sw-7713)
- [Sherwin Williams Macadamia](https://plan-home.com/color/macadamia-sw-6142)
- [Behr Sonoran Desert](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-sonoran-desert)
- [Benjamin Moore Warm Sand](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-warm-sand-csp-280)
- [Sherwin Williams Beach House](https://plan-home.com/color/beach-house-sw-7518)
- [Sherwin Williams Practical Beige](https://plan-home.com/color/practical-beige-sw-6100)
- [Sherwin Williams Lamb's Wool](https://plan-home.com/color/lambs-wool-sw-9536)
- [Benjamin Moore Sierra Hills](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-sierra-hills-1053)
- [Behr Coco](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-coco)
- [Behr Practical Tan](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-practical-tan)
- [Behr Elemental Tan](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-elemental-tan)
- [Benjamin Moore Fairway Oaks](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-fairway-oaks-1075)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Sherwin Williams Simplify Beige](https://plan-home.com/color/simplify-beige-sw-6085)
- [Sherwin Williams Modest White](https://plan-home.com/color/modest-white-sw-6084)
- [Sherwin Williams Natural Tan](https://plan-home.com/color/natural-tan-sw-7567)
- [Sherwin Williams Urban Putty](https://plan-home.com/color/urban-putty-sw-7532)
- [Sherwin Williams Downing Sand](https://plan-home.com/color/downing-sand-sw-2822)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Sherwin Williams Woven Wicker](https://plan-home.com/color/woven-wicker-sw-9104)
- [Sherwin Williams Baguette](https://plan-home.com/color/baguette-sw-6123)
- [Sherwin Williams Tamarind](https://plan-home.com/color/tamarind-sw-7538)
- [Sherwin Williams Farro](https://plan-home.com/color/farro-sw-9103)
- [Sherwin Williams Townhall Tan](https://plan-home.com/color/townhall-tan-sw-7690)

## Complementary colors
- [Sherwin Williams Mount Etna](https://plan-home.com/color/mount-etna-sw-7625)
- [Sherwin Williams Debonair](https://plan-home.com/color/debonair-sw-9139)
- [Sherwin Williams Tarragon](https://plan-home.com/color/tarragon-sw-9660)
- [Sherwin Williams Rain Cloud](https://plan-home.com/color/rain-cloud-sw-9639)
- [Sherwin Williams Sea Mariner](https://plan-home.com/color/sea-mariner-sw-9640)
- [Sherwin Williams Starry Night](https://plan-home.com/color/starry-night-sw-6540)
- [Sherwin Williams Soulful Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/soulful-blue-sw-6543)

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.