Copper

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #DD9475?

RGB(221, 148, 117), HSL(17.9, 60.5%, 66.3%), CMYK(0.0%, 33.0%, 47.1%, 13.3%).

Q: Does #DD9475 meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.45:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

#DD9475

Crayola color

Copper (#DD9475) is a warm, pinkish-orange brown from the Crayola collection, referencing the distinctive reddish-gold of polished copper metal. It sits between salmon, terra cotta, and light brown, evoking both natural minerals and warm skin tones. It is popular in boho-chic design, metallic accent palettes, and warm, glowing autumnal aesthetics.

Color Values

HEX

#DD9475

RGB

221, 148, 117

HSL

17.9, 60.5%, 66.3%

HSV

17.9, 47.1%, 86.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 33.0%, 47.1%, 13.3%

OKLCH

0.7323 0.0987 43.8

Properties

Warm Light Nearest: Copper

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.