1. red-oranges
2. neutrals
3. Adobe Straw

Color Adobe Straw red-orange (#c3a998):
HEX, RGB color codes for HTML and CSS

The Comprehensive Guide to Adobe Straw red-orange (#c3a998):
Its Meaning and Harmonious Color Matches in Design.

Hue Family:
red-oranges

red-oranges Family:
neutral

Saturation:
weakly saturated

Tones:
colorful tone

Shade:
medium

Temperature:
warm

Chromaticity:
chromatic

Chroma:
low chroma

Color Information about Adobe Straw / #c3a998

The HTML HEX code is #c3a998. The corresponding color name is "Adobe Straw". In RGB values (additive color space used for Digital Displays), this HEX code translates to Red (R): 195%, Green (G): 169%, Blue (B): 152%. In the CMYK color model (subtractive color model used in printing), it is represented by Cyan (C): 0%, Magenta (M): 13%, Yellow (Y):22%, Black (K): 24%. In the HSL color space, #c3a998 has a hue of 24°, saturation of 26%, and lightness of 68%. The HSV representation is 24° for hue, 22% for saturation, and 76% for value.

In the CIE-LAB color space, the color is denoted by L* (lightness) = 71, a* (green to red) = 7, and b* (blue to yellow) = 12. The XYZ representation is X: 42, Y: 42, Z: 36. In the YUV color space, it translates to Y (luminance) = 0.6856, U (chrominance) = -0.0441, and V (chrominance) = 0.0694.

The decimal value of the color is 12822936. The closest Web-safe HEX code is #CC9999. Variations of the colour are #E8DFD8 for a 20% lighter version and #9A745B for a 20% darker version.

For the color with hex value #c3a998, the correlated color temperature (CT) is estimated to be 4735 Kelvin (4735K).

The approximate wavelength of #c3a998 is around 652.00nm.

The Depth and Diversity of Adobe Straw (Hex: #c3a998): Exploring its Impact in Design and Culture

The hex color #c3a998, known as Adobe Straw, resembles the warm and earthy tones found in natural elements. This color draws similarities to sun-kissed sand dunes, adding a touch of desert tranquility to any design. It also mirrors the gentle hues of dried autumn leaves, embodying the cozy and nostalgic atmosphere of the season. The Adobe Straw color evokes a sense of rustic elegance, reminiscent of weathered wood or antique furnishings that bring a touch of history and character to a space.

Tints and Shades of #c3a998 HEX color (Adobe Straw)

In color theory, tints and shades are essential for understanding the depth and luminosity of colors. A tint is achieved by adding white to a pure hue, lightening its appearance. Conversely, a shade results from blending black with a color, giving it a deeper tone. In the context of #c3a998, this color stands at the center between its tints and shades. While the tints get progressively lighter moving towards white (#ffffff), the shades deepen towards black (#000000).

• #ffffff
• #F0EAE5
• #E1D4CC
• #D2BFB2
• #c3a998
• #927F72
• #62554C
• #312A26
• #000000

Tones of Adobe Straw (#c3a998 HEX color)

A tone is produced by adding gray to any pure hue. In the case of #c3a998, #a8998e is the less saturated color, while #c3a998 is the most saturated one.

• #a8998e
• #af9d91
• #b6a193
• #bca596
• #c3a998
• #695c53
• #65564c
• #625044
• #5e4a3d

HTML Usage Examples

<p style="color: #c3a998;">This is a css example</p>

p { color: #c3a998; }

.text {color:#c3a998;}

.background {background-color:#c3a998;}

.border {border:1px solid #c3a998;}