Light Brown Color (#b5651d)
Light Brown is a dark color with the color codes #b5651d / rgb(181, 101, 29) / hsl(28, 72%, 41%). Light Brown has an orangeish hue and high saturation.
In the RGB color space, the color Light Brown has the values (181, 101, 29), being composed of 71.0% Red (R), 39.6% Green (G), and 11.4% Blue (B).
In the HSL color space, the color Light Brown has a hue of 28 degrees, a saturation of 72.4% and a lightness of 41.2%.
In the CMYK color space, Light Brown is composed of 0 parts of Cyan (C), 44 parts of Magenta (M), 84 parts of Yellow (Y), and 29 parts of Black (K).
Light Brown Color Codes
| Value | CSS | |
|---|---|---|
| Hex | b5651d | #b5651d |
| RGB | 181, 101, 29 | rgb(181, 101, 29) |
| RGB Percent | 71.0%, 39.6%, 11.4% | rgb(71.0%, 39.6%, 11.4%) |
| RGB 0-1 | 0.7098, 0.3961, 0.1137 | color(srgb 0.7098 0.3961 0.1137)CSS 4 |
| HSL | 28°, 72.4%, 41.2% | hsl(28, 72.4%, 41.2%) |
| CMYK | 0, 44, 84, 29 | |
| LAB (D50) | 51.48, 29.39, 51.71 | lab(51.48 29.39 51.71)CSS 4 |
| LCH (D50) | 51.48, 59.48, 60.39° | lch(51.48 59.48 60.39)CSS 4 |
| OKLAB | 0.5872, 0.0714, 0.1090 | oklab(0.5872 0.0714 0.1090)CSS 4 |
| OKLCH | 0.5872, 0.1303, 56.77° | oklch(0.5872 0.1303 56.77)CSS 4 |
| XYZ (D50) | 0.2534, 0.1968, 0.0278 | color(xyz-d50 0.2534 0.1968 0.0278)CSS 4 |
| XYZ (D65) | 0.2393, 0.1922, 0.0361 | color(xyz-d65 0.2393 0.1922 0.0361)CSS 4 |
Light Brown Color Harmonies
Analogous Palette
Analogous color harmonies are created using three colors that are next to each other on the color wheel. For Light Brown (#b5641d) the analogous colors are Firebrick (#b51d22) and Citronelle (#b5b01d). These harmonies often have a calm, relaxed feeling and can be used to create a sense of unity in a design.
Complementary Palette
One of the most popular color schemes in art and design is the complementary color scheme. This color scheme makes use of two colors that sit opposite of each other on the color wheel, such as blue and orange, red and green, or purple and yellow. The color opposite to Light Brown (#b5641d) is Beautiful Blue (#1d6eb5). By using contrasting colors, this scheme can create a dynamic and eye-catching look.
Split-Complementary Palette
Split-complementary color harmony is created when one color is combined with the two colors on either side of its complementary color. The two split-complementary colors forLight Brown (#b5641d) are Swagger (#1db5b0) and Sapphire Splendour (#1d22b5). This type of color scheme is often used in interior design because it is both visually appealing and harmonious.
Double Split-Complementary Palette
Double split-complementary color harmony is a color scheme that consists of two pairs of colors that are complementary to each other. The first pair consists of the main colorFirebrick (#b51d22) and its complement Citronelle (#b5b01d), while the second pair consists of the two colors adjacent to the main color's complement: Swagger (#1db5b0) and Sapphire Splendour (#1d22b5). This type of color harmony is often used in art and design to create a sense of balance and visual interest.
Rectangle Palette
Rectangle color harmony is a color scheme based on the rectangular shape. It is made up of four colors: two complementary colors: Light Brown (#b5641d) and Beautiful Blue (#1d6eb5), a split-complementary color: Extra Life (#6eb51d), and an analogous color: Indiviolet Sunset (#641db5). This type of color scheme is often used in web design and advertising. The rectangular shape helps to create a sense of balance and stability, while the four colors provide a wide range of options for creating an eye-catching design.
Triadic Palette
Triadic color harmony is a color scheme that uses three colors that are evenly spaced around the color wheel. For Light Brown (#b5641d) the two colors that form a triadic color scheme are Future Hair (#1db564) and Indiviolet Sunset (#641db5). To create a triadic color scheme, you can either choose three colors that are evenly spaced on the color wheel or you can choose two colors and then find the third color that is equidistant from them. Triadic color schemes are often used in art and design because they are both visually pleasing and harmonious.
Tetradic Palette
Tetradic color harmony is created when four colors that are equidistant from each other on the color wheel are used together. For Light Brown (#b5641d) the three colors that form a tetradic color scheme are Bubble Bobble Green (#22b51d), Beautiful Blue (#1d6eb5) andBarney (#b01db5). This type of harmony is often used in menswear, as it can create a strong and masculine look. Done well, tetradic color harmony can create a bold and stylish look.
Tints, Shades & Tones of Light Brown Color
Tints, shades, and tones can be used to create unique effects in art and design. By using tints, shades, and tones, you can add depth and dimension to your work.
Tints
A tint is a lightened color, achieved by adding white. This can create a softer, more delicate look.
Shades
A shade is a darkened color, achieved by adding black. This can create a richer, more dramatic look.
Tones
A tone is a muted color, achieved by adding gray. This can create a more subtle, sophisticated look.