burlywood 2 (#EEC591) — RGB(238,197,145), HSL, CMYK

Burlywood 2 (#EEC591) is a soft golden-tan from the X11 burlywood series, slightly warmer and richer than the pale Burlywood 1. It has the quality of warm honey or aged bamboo, sitting comfortably in earthy, warm palettes for lifestyle, food, and artisan brands. Its saturation is gentle enough for use in large background areas.

Color Values

HEX

#EEC591

RGB

238, 197, 145

HSL

33.5, 73.2%, 75.1%

HSV

33.5, 39.1%, 93.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 17.2%, 39.1%, 6.7%

OKLCH

0.847 0.082 73.0

Properties

Warm Light Nearest: burlywood 2

Color Psychology

Light oranges like peach and apricot radiate friendliness, comfort, and gentle optimism. They are psychologically soothing and feel approachable without being overly stimulating. These tones often appear in hospitality and food branding to suggest warmth and welcome.

Design Usage

Soft oranges make excellent card backgrounds and notification banners that need attention without alarm. They are popular in onboarding flows and empty-state illustrations to create a welcoming atmosphere. Pair them with slate gray text and white surfaces for a clean, modern look.