#B78972
- Brightness
- 150.0
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 20°, 32%, 58%
- HSV V %
- 72%
- Lab
- 60.9, 14.4, 19.2
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 25%, 38%, 28%
- PNG size
- 6.5 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, soft warm hue
Black text
6.83:1
AA (normal) · AAA (large) (large)
White text
3.07:1
Fail (normal) · AA (large) (large)
Recommended text: Black (6.83:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #B78972
Common Name: Munsell 5YR 6/4
RGB: (183, 137, 114)
HSL: H: 24°, S: 32%, L: 60%
Contrast: vs White: 2.2 (AA pass) | vs Black: 5.6 (AA pass)
Mood: This color exudes a warm, earthy tone that combines brown and red to create a feeling of natural comfort. It is often associated with earthy, rustic, and organic aesthetics. It's widely used to invoke calmness and reliability, commonly seen in designs aiming for a grounded and classic look.
Close Matches:
- Jotun Roma: #B48368 (ΔE=3.61)
- Behr Carmelite: #B68971 (ΔE=0.66)
- Pantone Cork: #B88A76 (ΔE=1.73)
- BS 2660 Fallow: #A7806B (ΔE=5.15)
Why Designers Use It:
- This color is commonly used in designs that focus on natural and earthy tones. It evokes a sense of stability, warmth, and calm, making it ideal for spaces or products that want to feel welcoming and grounded.
- Trendy in interior design, especially for vintage, rustic, or organic themes. It's widely seen in furniture, textiles, and accessories aiming for a natural, earthy aesthetic.
- Regionally, it has ties to historical and cultural references, often used in designs inspired by the natural environment or ancient structures.
- While this color has deep roots in the design world, it's also becoming increasingly popular in contemporary color palettes, especially in architecture and home decor. It's part of a broader trend in returning to nature and creating environments that feel serene and inviting.