Peru

Q: How do I use #C77D38 in CSS?

You can use #C77D38 in CSS with: background-color: #C77D38; or color: #C77D38; or as an RGB value: rgb(199, 125, 56). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 37%, 72%, 22%.

#C77D38

Peru is a warm medium color with the hex code #C77D38. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 199, 125, 56 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 37%, 72%, 22% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Peru Color Values

HEX: #C77D38
RGB: 199, 125, 56
HSL: 29°, 56%, 50%
CMYK: 0, 37, 72, 22

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Peru sits at 29° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 56% 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%, 37%, 72%, 22% 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: #C77D38;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 199, 125, 56;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#C77D38',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 37%
Y: 72%
K: 22%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(199, 125, 56)
rgba(199, 125, 56, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

11 brand s with colors near 29° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #C77D38?

#C77D38 is Peru, a warm medium color with RGB values of 199, 125, 56. It has a hue of 29°, 56% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #C77D38?

The RGB color code for #C77D38 is rgb(199, 125, 56). This means it contains 199 red, 125 green, and 56 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Peru a warm or cool color?

Peru (#C77D38) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #C77D38 in CSS?

You can use #C77D38 in CSS with: background-color: #C77D38; or color: #C77D38; or as an RGB value: rgb(199, 125, 56). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 37%, 72%, 22%.