Burlywood

Q: How do I use #DCC979 in CSS?

You can use #DCC979 in CSS with: background-color: #DCC979; or color: #DCC979; or as an RGB value: rgb(220, 201, 121). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 9%, 45%, 14%.

#DCC979

Burlywood is a warm light color with the hex code #DCC979. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 220, 201, 121 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 9%, 45%, 14% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Burlywood Color Values

HEX: #DCC979
RGB: 220, 201, 121
HSL: 48°, 59%, 67%
CMYK: 0, 9, 45, 14

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Burlywood sits at 48° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 59% saturation and 67% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Burlywood 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 Burlywood in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 9%, 45%, 14% 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 Burlywood

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #DCC979;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 220, 201, 121;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#DCC979',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 9%
Y: 45%
K: 14%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(220, 201, 121)
rgba(220, 201, 121, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 48° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #DCC979?

#DCC979 is Burlywood, a warm light color with RGB values of 220, 201, 121. It has a hue of 48°, 59% saturation, and 67% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #DCC979?

The RGB color code for #DCC979 is rgb(220, 201, 121). This means it contains 220 red, 201 green, and 121 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Burlywood a warm or cool color?

Burlywood (#DCC979) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #DCC979 in CSS?

You can use #DCC979 in CSS with: background-color: #DCC979; or color: #DCC979; or as an RGB value: rgb(220, 201, 121). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 9%, 45%, 14%.