analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#855B47 — Coffee
#855B47 is a mid-tone moderately saturated brown sitting at 19° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #855B47
- faf7f5
- e9dcd7
- d9c2b8
- c8a89a
- b88e7b
- a8745d
- 8b5f4b
- 6c4a3a
- 4e352a
- 2f2019
- 110b09
Color schemes using #855B47
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#855B47 FAQ
What color is #855B47?
#855B47 is a shade of coffee in the brown family. It has a hue of 19 degrees, 30% saturation and 40% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #855B47?
#855B47 is rgb(133, 91, 71) in RGB, hsl(19, 30%, 40%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 32%, 47%, 48%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #855B47?
White text on this background reaches 5.86:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.58:1.
What colors go well with #855B47?
Its direct complement is #477185. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #478579 and #475385 gives you contrast without the vibration.