Color #B38708
Color Code #B38708
A precise look at this Brown color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
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Color preview#B38708
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#B38708RGB
rgb(179, 135, 8)HSL
hsl(44.56 91.44% 36.67%)HSV
hsv(44.56 95.53% 70.2%)CMYKApproximate
0%, 24.58%, 95.53%, 29.8%Contrast report
Readability against white and black text
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Usage suggestions
Where can this color work?
This dark Brown tone can be considered for prominent surfaces, identity elements and visual emphasis.
Use #B38708 for normal text only when the contrast ratio reaches at least 4.5:1. Large text may pass at 3:1.
Color harmony
Suggested palettes
Complementary palette
Analogous palette
Triadic palette
Monochrome scale
For designers and developers
CSS code example
.color-sample {
color: #B38708;
background-color: #B387081A;
border-color: #B38708;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #B38708?
This color is RGB(179, 135, 8).
What is the HSL value of #B38708?
Its value is HSL(44.56°, 91.44%, 36.67%).
Is #B38708 suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.