Chocolate

Q: How do I use #D66C2E in CSS?

You can use #D66C2E in CSS with: background-color: #D66C2E; or color: #D66C2E; or as an RGB value: rgb(214, 108, 46). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 50%, 79%, 16%.

#D66C2E

Chocolate is a warm medium color with the hex code #D66C2E. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 214, 108, 46 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 50%, 79%, 16% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Chocolate Color Values

HEX: #D66C2E
RGB: 214, 108, 46
HSL: 22°, 67%, 51%
CMYK: 0, 50, 79, 16

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Chocolate sits at 22° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 67% saturation and 51% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Chocolate 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 Chocolate in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 50%, 79%, 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 Chocolate

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #D66C2E;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 214, 108, 46;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#D66C2E',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 50%
Y: 79%
K: 16%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(214, 108, 46)
rgba(214, 108, 46, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

14 brand s with colors near 22° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #D66C2E?

#D66C2E is Chocolate, a warm medium color with RGB values of 214, 108, 46. It has a hue of 22°, 67% saturation, and 51% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #D66C2E?

The RGB color code for #D66C2E is rgb(214, 108, 46). This means it contains 214 red, 108 green, and 46 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Chocolate a warm or cool color?

Chocolate (#D66C2E) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #D66C2E in CSS?

You can use #D66C2E in CSS with: background-color: #D66C2E; or color: #D66C2E; or as an RGB value: rgb(214, 108, 46). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 50%, 79%, 16%.