Ochre

Q: How do I use #C17B0B in CSS?

You can use #C17B0B in CSS with: background-color: #C17B0B; or color: #C17B0B; or as an RGB value: rgb(193, 123, 11). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 36%, 94%, 24%.

#C17B0B

Ochre is a warm medium color with the hex code #C17B0B. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 193, 123, 11 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 36%, 94%, 24% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Ochre Color Values

HEX: #C17B0B
RGB: 193, 123, 11
HSL: 37°, 89%, 40%
CMYK: 0, 36, 94, 24

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Ochre sits at 37° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 89% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Ochre 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 Ochre in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 36%, 94%, 24% 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 Ochre

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #C17B0B;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 193, 123, 11;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#C17B0B',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 36%
Y: 94%
K: 24%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(193, 123, 11)
rgba(193, 123, 11, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

10 brand s with colors near 37° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #C17B0B?

#C17B0B is Ochre, a warm medium color with RGB values of 193, 123, 11. It has a hue of 37°, 89% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #C17B0B?

The RGB color code for #C17B0B is rgb(193, 123, 11). This means it contains 193 red, 123 green, and 11 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Ochre a warm or cool color?

Ochre (#C17B0B) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #C17B0B in CSS?

You can use #C17B0B in CSS with: background-color: #C17B0B; or color: #C17B0B; or as an RGB value: rgb(193, 123, 11). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 36%, 94%, 24%.