Tuxedo paint colors
Top picks for tuxedo
6 editor's picksEditor's picks + the named tuxedo every designer roundup features. Each card links to a single-color reference or full brand guide.
More tuxedo shades
4 variantsDrill into shade variants — modifier-specific bands (light, deep, muted) and named in-between shades each link to their own hub with cross-brand matches.
Tuxedo at every US brand
10 brands · 5 picks each5 picks per brand spread across the LRV range, drawn from each brand's full tuxedo lineup. Tap any swatch for its single-color spec; tap the brand title for the brand's complete deck.
Behr
Benjamin Moore
Valspar
Sherwin-Williams
Dunn-Edwards
PPG / Glidden
Magnolia Home
Farrow & Ball
Backdrop
Clare
Top Kompozit tuxedo
14 in deckKompozit's deck has 14 colors that match the tuxedo band. The 5 below are spread across the LRV range — pick a darkness, hit Amazon for the can.
About tuxedo
Tuxedo is a deep matte near-black with a barely-warm cast — the formal-wear black, tailored for cabinetry and millwork rather than full walls. The faint warmth lets it sit comfortably next to wood tones without the harsh contrast of a true black.
Use it on kitchen islands, built-in shelving, interior doors, and trim packages in classic homes. Pair with brass or unlacquered bronze, white oak, and warm whites. Designer alternatives: BM Black Tar, SW Tricorn Black, F&B Railings.