analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#856F47 — Caramel
#856F47 is a mid-tone moderately saturated brown sitting at 39° 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 #856F47
- faf8f5
- e9e3d7
- d9cdb8
- c8b89a
- b8a37b
- a88d5d
- 8b744b
- 6c5b3a
- 4e412a
- 2f2719
- 110e09
Color schemes using #856F47
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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#856F47 FAQ
What color is #856F47?
#856F47 is a shade of caramel in the brown family. It has a hue of 39 degrees, 30% saturation and 40% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #856F47?
#856F47 is rgb(133, 111, 71) in RGB, hsl(39, 30%, 40%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 17%, 47%, 48%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #856F47?
White text on this background reaches 4.81:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.36:1.
What colors go well with #856F47?
Its direct complement is #475D85. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #477B85 and #514785 gives you contrast without the vibration.