#B89D47 color code insights

All the conversions, harmonies, and accessibility checks you need to design with confidence.

RGB:rgb(184, 157, 71)

HSL:hsl(46, 44%, 50%)

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HEX

#B89D47

RGB

184, 157, 71

HSL

46°, 44%, 50%

HSV

46°, 61%, 72%

CMYK

0%, 15%, 61%, 28%

Color Conversion

Generate values across multiple color models in one place.

HEXHue (46°)Saturation (44%)Lightness (50%)

#B89D47

≈≈ Steel Blue

Reference color cards

Lower ΔE means a closer visual match

Tints & shades

Explore how #B89D47 behaves when you mix it with white or black. These swatches are perfect for hover states, shadows, and backgrounds.

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Shades

0–100%

0%#B89D47

10%#A58E40

20%#937E39

30%#816E32

40%#6E5E2B

50%#5C4F24

60%#493F1D

70%#372F15

80%#251F0E

90%#121007

100%#000000

Tints

0–100%

0%#B89D47

10%#BFA75A

20%#C6B16C

30%#CDBB7E

40%#D4C491

50%#DBCEA3

60%#E2D8B6

70%#EAE2C8

80%#F1EBDA

90%#F8F5ED

100%#FFFFFF

Common use cases

UI component states (hover, active, disabled)
Creating depth with shadows and highlights
Building consistent color systems

Design system

Design system tip

These variations form the foundation of a cohesive palette. Export them to keep marketing, product, and engineering aligned.

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Color harmonies

Build balanced palettes instantly with harmonies generated from #B89D47.

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How to use

Pick one dominant color, then let supporting hues act as accents for typography, surfaces, and call-to-action buttons.

Why it matters

Balanced harmonies communicate intent—calm, energetic, premium—without overwhelming your layout.

Complementary

Opposite hues that create impact and bold contrast.

Best for

High-impact CTAs, logos, and hero sections

Analogous

Neighboring hues for natural, fluid gradients.

Best for

Nature-inspired, calming dashboards

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues for playful balance.

Best for

Playful branding and editorial layouts

Tetradic

Two complementary pairs that deliver rich variety.

Best for

Illustrations and marketing experiments

Monochromatic

Lighter and darker siblings inside the same hue family.

Best for

Minimalist interfaces and premium UI states

Accessibility contrast

Check how readable #B89D47 is with common text colors so every visitor enjoys a clear experience.

Use AA as the baseline for body copy and AAA for premium accessibility.

Sample text on black text

Text color#000000

Background#B89D47

Contrast ratio7.95:1

WCAG levelAAA

Sample text on white text

Text color#FFFFFF

Background#B89D47

Contrast ratio2.64:1

WCAG levelFail

Recommended text preview

Text color#000000

Background#B89D47

Contrast ratio7.95:1

WCAG levelAAA

Technical Formats

Unlock pro color spaces like XYZ, LAB, CMYK variants, and export-ready profiles.

Practical Formats

Get print simulations, LED mappings, and developer-ready byte orders.

Color Analysis

Dive into spectral data, dominance reports, and advanced analytics.

Blindness Simulator

Preview how #B89D47 appears across common color-vision deficiencies.

Creative Aspects

Explore seasonal associations, emotional cues, and natural occurrences.

Design guidance

Balance

Treat #B89D47 as a highlight. Pair it with neutrals and one supporting hue to avoid visual overload.

Contrast

Test combinations with real content. Higher contrast improves scanning, readability, and conversions.

Harmony

Use lighter tints for surfaces, the base color for primaries, and darker shades for hover or pressed states.

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