Peru is a
warm light color with the hex code #D5A35D.
This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB
213, 163, 93 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 23%, 56%, 16% for print applications.
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Peru
#D5A35D
Peru Color Values
- HEX
- #D5A35D
- RGB
- 213, 163, 93
- HSL
- 35°, 59%, 60%
- CMYK
- 0, 23, 56, 16
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 59% saturation and 60% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.
In digital design, warm colors like Peru work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.
When using Peru in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 23%, 56%, 16% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.
Color Harmonies
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
How to use Peru
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #D5A35D;
--brand-primary-rgb: 213, 163, 93;
}Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#D5A35D',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 0%
M: 23%
Y: 56%
K: 16%Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(213, 163, 93)
rgba(213, 163, 93, 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 #D5A35D?
#D5A35D is Peru, a warm light color with RGB values of 213, 163, 93. It has a hue of 35°, 59%
saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color
space.
What is the RGB value of #D5A35D?
The RGB color code for #D5A35D is rgb(213, 163, 93). This means it contains 213 red,
163 green, and 93 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Peru a warm or cool color?
Peru (#D5A35D) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #D5A35D in CSS?
You can use #D5A35D in CSS with:
background-color: #D5A35D; or color: #D5A35D; or as an RGB value: rgb(213, 163, 93). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 23%, 56%, 16%.