Going through hair dye boxes in the store, you often come across a package where the color “mahogany” is indicated. “Which one?” - many think. Now we will tell. The fact is that this color “migrated” to the hair after it became fashionable in the interior, furniture, textiles and even musical instruments. And recently they began to make mink coats under the mahogany.
Native to the indies
Initially, the word "swallow" or "swallowtail" was called the tree Swietenia mahagoni, native to the Caribbean. On the cut, it gives a pink color, which darkens over time. When processed - especially polished - this wood has a reddish color with soft, shimmering golden highlights.
The furniture made from it looks especially luxurious. There are a number of species of trees that have the color of mahogany. This is Indian sipo, African sapele, New Zealand kokhe kokhe. All of them are united under the name "mahogany". This material is smooth, cavity-free, durable. Therefore, not only
panels for interior
cladding are made from it, but also elegant furniture. Wood upon impact produces a soft, warm sound, has good acoustic properties. From mahogany make cases of guitars, violins, and even drums.
Mahogany boom
Somewhere in the middle of the XVIII century in Europe and America came the finest hour of mahogany. It has become a symbol of wealth and luxury. Particularly rich people ordered it for their palaces and laid parquet from it. Mahogany color was so popular that they began to dye textiles. Exporting countries have profited more than ever. Therefore, Swietenia mahagoni flaunts on the coat of arms of Belize and is the national symbol of the Dominican Republic.
Color mahogany in the interior
Mahogany gives the atmosphere a festive look, strictly outlines the furniture and at the same time, with flickering glare, it creates cosiness. It is used for facing clubs, offices, receptions of influential officials. The mahogany goes well with other wood - dark, bleached oak and rustic, walnut. But for this the room should be bright enough. Otherwise, designers advise using a combination of mahogany and beech. This will make the design more budget.
Blonde, brunette, ... mahogany
Exciting the class of designers and cabinetmakers, the color of mahogany migrated to the world of beauty.
The usual chestnut hair seems to be filled with energy, dynamics, light, when golden-red sparkles of makhaoni slip through it. This color literally alters the woman: she seems strong-willed, passionate, desired. But blondes are not recommended to buy this paint by nature - a corny red color will come out. Also, this shade will not work for women with very fair skin - facial features will become inexpressive.
Mink mahogany
As a result of selection of brown and black minks, a new suit of these fur animals appeared. People who prefer to wear not artificial, but natural fur can be satisfied: a fashionable shade of mahogany has appeared in the furrier's world.
Fur coat color
It has a rich chocolate shade with reddish-brown sparks.