Color #B97708
Color Code #B97708
A precise look at this Brown color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
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Color preview#B97708
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#B97708RGB
rgb(185, 119, 8)HSL
hsl(37.63 91.71% 37.84%)HSV
hsv(37.63 95.68% 72.55%)CMYKApproximate
0%, 35.68%, 95.68%, 27.45%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 #B97708 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: #B97708;
background-color: #B977081A;
border-color: #B97708;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #B97708?
This color is RGB(185, 119, 8).
What is the HSL value of #B97708?
Its value is HSL(37.63°, 91.71%, 37.84%).
Is #B97708 suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.