Peru hex code
The hex code for peru is #CD853F. In RGB that is rgb(205, 133, 63) and in HSL it is hsl(30, 59%, 53%).
The hex code for peru is #CD853F. In RGB that is rgb(205, 133, 63) and in HSL it is hsl(30, 59%, 53%).
Peru · #CD853F
Colour codes
- HEX
- #CD853F
- RGB
- rgb(205, 133, 63)
- HSL
- hsl(30, 59%, 53%)
- CMYK
- 0, 35, 69, 20
- CSS name
- peru
- Contrast on white
- 2.99:1
- Contrast on black
- 7.02:1
Tints and shades
20% lighter · #d79d65
40% lighter · #e1b68c
60% lighter · #ebceb2
80% lighter · #f5e7d9
20% darker · #a46a32
40% darker · #7b5026
60% darker · #523519
80% darker · #291b0d
Complementary colour
Peru · #CD853F
Opposite on the colour wheel · #4087ce
Frequently asked questions
What is the hex code for peru?
The hex code for peru is #CD853F. In RGB that is rgb(205, 133, 63) and in HSL it is hsl(30, 59%, 53%).
Can I use peru for text?
It has a contrast ratio of 2.99:1 on white and 7.02:1 on black. Body text needs 4.5:1 under WCAG AA, so it works as text on a dark background, not on white.
What colour goes with peru?
Its complementary colour, opposite on the colour wheel, is #4087CE. Pairing a colour with its complement gives the strongest contrast; for something calmer, use a tint or shade of peru instead.
Is peru a CSS colour name?
Yes. CSS accepts the keyword peru, so color: peru and color: #CD853F render exactly the same.