#C9902A
Ochre color
Ochre is an earthy golden yellow-brown, one of the oldest pigments, made from natural clay. It is warm, muted and works well in autumn palettes.
It is a medium, warm color with an estimated light reflectance value (LRV) of 32.5.
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What colors go with ochre?
Tried-and-true partners for ochre in outfits and rooms:
Color wheel harmonies
Complementary – opposite on the color wheel, maximum contrast
Analogous – neighbors on the wheel, calm and blended
Triadic – three evenly spaced colors, balanced and lively
Split complementary – softer contrast than complementary
Tints and shades of ochre
Lighter tints on the left, the base color in the middle, darker shades on the right.
Closest ochre paint colors
The nearest paint color from each brand by perceived color difference (CIEDE2000). Screen colors are approximations; always test a sample on your wall.
Who looks good in ochre?
In seasonal color analysis, ochre or a very close shade appears in these palettes:
Similar colors
FAQ
What is the hex code for ochre?
The hex code for ochre is #C9902A. In RGB it is rgb(201, 144, 42), in HSL hsl(38, 65%, 48%) and in CMYK cmyk(0%, 28%, 79%, 21%).
What colors go with ochre?
Ochre pairs well with navy blue, teal, cream, chocolate brown. For a color-wheel match, its complementary color is #2B65CA.
Is ochre a warm or cool color?
Ochre is a warm color. It looks most harmonious next to other warm tones like cream, camel and olive.
What is the complementary color of ochre?
The complementary color of ochre (#C9902A) is #2B65CA, directly opposite on the color wheel. Used together they create strong contrast, so use one as the main color and the other as an accent.
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