Peru

Q: How do I use #B5884A in CSS?

You can use #B5884A in CSS with: background-color: #B5884A; or color: #B5884A; or as an RGB value: rgb(181, 136, 74). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 25%, 59%, 29%.

#B5884A

Peru is a warm medium color with the hex code #B5884A. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 181, 136, 74 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 25%, 59%, 29% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Peru Color Values

HEX: #B5884A
RGB: 181, 136, 74
HSL: 35°, 42%, 50%
CMYK: 0, 25, 59, 29

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Peru sits at 35° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 42% saturation and 50% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Peru work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Peru in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 25%, 59%, 29% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Peru

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #B5884A;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 181, 136, 74;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#B5884A',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 25%
Y: 59%
K: 29%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(181, 136, 74)
rgba(181, 136, 74, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

10 brand s with colors near 35° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #B5884A?

#B5884A is Peru, a warm medium color with RGB values of 181, 136, 74. It has a hue of 35°, 42% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #B5884A?

The RGB color code for #B5884A is rgb(181, 136, 74). This means it contains 181 red, 136 green, and 74 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Peru a warm or cool color?

Peru (#B5884A) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #B5884A in CSS?

You can use #B5884A in CSS with: background-color: #B5884A; or color: #B5884A; or as an RGB value: rgb(181, 136, 74). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 25%, 59%, 29%.