Ochre Brown (#955f20) Color Meaning, Codes and Information

A complete guide to Ochre Brown (#955f20) covering color values, harmonies, shades, meaning, and practical uses across design, branding, and everyday visuals.

Ochre Brown (#955f20) Color Information

Ochre Brown (#955f20) RGB value is (149, 95, 32). The hex color red value is 149, green is 95, and blue is 32. Its HSL format shows a hue of 32°, saturation of 65%, and lightness of 35%, while the CMYK process values are 0%, 36%, 79%, and 42%.

Colors that pair well with Ochre Brown (#955f20) include Vivid Auburn (#922724), Dark Yellow (#9B870C), and Blue Green (#088F8F), as they maintain visual balance and harmony, whereas Sea Green (#2E8B57), Indigo Velvet (#512888), and Steel Azure (#224C98) tend to conflict with this color due to strong contrast or opposing tonal characteristics.

Clear image showing Ochre Brown color swatch with hex value #955F20 and RGB value (149,95,32)
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Ochre Brown (#955f20) Color Meaning

Ochre Brown (#955F20) is a warm, earthy brown with orange undertones, evoking soil, clay, and natural elements. It belongs to the brown-orange spectrum, conveying grounding, stability, and endurance. Designers favor it in rustic interiors, heritage branding, and natural product packaging. Historically, Ochre Brown (#955F20) reflects ochre pigments used in cave paintings, pottery, and traditional art worldwide. The shade communicates durability, authenticity, and connection to the earth. It frequently appears in art, architecture, and crafts to create warmth and grounded elegance. Ochre Brown (#955F20) resonates with the root chakra, supporting stability, grounding, and security. Across cultures, brown shades like Ochre Brown symbolize fertility, endurance, and resilience. It appears in textiles, decorative crafts, and ritual objects to convey tradition and natural harmony.

Color Conversion

Accurate conversions of Ochre Brown (#955f20) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.

HEX
#955f20
RGB
rgb(149, 95, 32)
HSL
hsl(32°, 65%, 35%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 36%, 79%, 42%)
HSV
hsv(32°, 79%, 58%)
XYZ
16.7473 14.6783 3.3170
Yxy
14.6783 0.4820 0.4225
Hunter Lab
38.3123 0.9959 1.4302
CIE-Lab
45.1903 16.5589 43.0372

RGB Values & CMYK Values

Detailed RGB and CMYK values of Ochre Brown (#955f20) displayed in a horizontal bar provide clear reference for digital and print color accuracy.

RGB Channels

Red149 / 255 (58%)
58%
Green95 / 255 (37%)
37%
Blue32 / 255 (13%)
13%

CMYK Ink Density

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta36 / 100 (36%)
36%
Yellow79 / 100 (79%)
79%
Key (Black)42 / 100 (42%)
42%

Color Variations

A full range of Ochre Brown (#955f20) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.

Color Harmonies

Harmonious color schemes for Ochre Brown (#955f20) created using the color wheel ensure visually balanced palettes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split Complementary

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker (WCAG)

Luminance contrast ratios for Ochre Brown (#955f20) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.

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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

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Normal Text

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UI Components

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Color Blindness Simulator

Simulated views of Ochre Brown (#955f20) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.

Normal Vision

Ochre Brown (#955f20)

protanopia

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Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #955f20;

Text Color

color: #955f20;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #955f20;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #955f2040;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #955f20;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #955f20 0%, #5a3913 100%);

Seamless Patterns

High-resolution seamless patterns featuring Ochre Brown (#955f20) provide ready-to-use backgrounds, wallpapers, and print designs for any project.

Diagonal Stripes
Polka Dots
Chevron
Diamond Grid
Hexagon
Waves
Crosshatch
Zigzag
Brick Wall
Triangles
Circles Grid
Herringbone

Icons

A collection of popular icons in Ochre Brown (#955f20) offers ready-to-use visuals for interfaces, designs, and creative projects.

Real-World Applications

Real-world mockups of Ochre Brown (#955f20) showcase its versatility across fashion, interiors, branding, and product packaging.

Fashion
Colored T-Shirt
Fashion
Baseball Cap
Interior
Living Room
Exterior
Office Complex
BRAND
Brands
Aluminum Can
Vehicle
Glossy Sportscar
Brands
Shopping Bag
Interior
Matte Wall
Brands
Flagship Phone

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Ochre Brown (#955f20) Color FAQs

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