Earth Brown

Q: How do I use #DA9D8B in CSS?

You can use #DA9D8B in CSS with: background-color: #DA9D8B; or color: #DA9D8B; or as an RGB value: rgb(218, 157, 139). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 28%, 36%, 15%.

#DA9D8B

Earth Brown is a warm light color with the hex code #DA9D8B. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 218, 157, 139 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 28%, 36%, 15% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Earth Brown Color Values

HEX: #DA9D8B
RGB: 218, 157, 139
HSL: 14°, 52%, 70%
CMYK: 0, 28, 36, 15

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Earth Brown sits at 14° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 52% saturation and 70% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Earth Brown 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 Earth Brown in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 28%, 36%, 15% 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 Earth Brown

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #DA9D8B;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 218, 157, 139;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#DA9D8B',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 28%
Y: 36%
K: 15%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(218, 157, 139)
rgba(218, 157, 139, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #DA9D8B?

#DA9D8B is Earth Brown, a warm light color with RGB values of 218, 157, 139. It has a hue of 14°, 52% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #DA9D8B?

The RGB color code for #DA9D8B is rgb(218, 157, 139). This means it contains 218 red, 157 green, and 139 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Earth Brown a warm or cool color?

Earth Brown (#DA9D8B) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #DA9D8B in CSS?

You can use #DA9D8B in CSS with: background-color: #DA9D8B; or color: #DA9D8B; or as an RGB value: rgb(218, 157, 139). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 28%, 36%, 15%.