Beaver

#9F8170

Crayola color

Beaver (#9F8170) is a warm, medium brown with pinkish-gray undertones, named after the grayish-brown fur of the North American beaver. This Crayola color is a sophisticated neutral that reads as both natural and modern, fitting for rustic-chic interior design, premium stationery, and fashion editorial work. It bridges the gap between taupe and warm brown.

Color Values

HEX

#9F8170

RGB

159, 129, 112

HSL

21.7, 19.7%, 53.1%

HSV

21.7, 29.6%, 62.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.9%, 29.6%, 37.6%

OKLCH

0.6269 0.0447 51.1

Properties

Color Psychology

True orange embodies enthusiasm, creativity, and adventure. It stimulates mental activity and social interaction, making it a favorite in creative industries. Orange is highly visible and conveys confidence without the aggression of red, bridging warmth and energy.

Design Usage

Medium orange excels in CTAs, pricing highlights, and gamification elements where excitement is desired. Tech companies and SaaS products use it to differentiate from the dominant blue of their competitors. It requires careful contrast checking since mid-range orange can fail WCAG on light backgrounds.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #9F8170;
color: #9F8170;
border-color: #9F8170;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 500 #78716C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

3.59:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

5.85:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

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