Peru Color (#CD853F)
Peru is a CSS named color defined as hex code #CD853F. Peru is a warm, light brown with an orange cast, often used for earthy, leather-like and wood-like tones.
Color Overview & Formats
peruLuminance: 0.3011| Format | Syntax / Values | Notes | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEX | #CD853F | 6-digit hex web code | |
| RGB | rgb(205, 133, 63) | Red, Green, Blue channels (0-255) | |
| HSL | hsl(30, 59%, 53%) | Hue (30°), Saturation (59%), Lightness (53%) | |
| HSV / HSB | hsv(30, 69%, 80%) | Hue, Saturation (69%), Value/Brightness (80%) | |
| CMYK | cmyk(0%, 35%, 69%, 20%) | Digital mathematical approximation (non-print) | |
| OKLCH | oklch(0.678 0.123 62.2) | Perceptually uniform color space (CSS Color 4 approximation) |
background-color: #CD853F; /* or peru */- Select color format: Choose the desired format (HEX #CD853F, RGB, or HSL).
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- Pair with black text: Black text on Peru reaches 7.02:1 (WCAG AAA).
What Colors Go With Peru?
These 6 colors all go well with Peru (#CD853F), and each one is a standard CSS named color. The ratio is the WCAG 2.2 contrast of that color on Peru: at 4.5:1 or above it works for text; below that, use it for backgrounds and accents.
Harmonious Palettes & Tints
The palettes below are algorithmically generated across standard intervals based on Peru (HSL 30°). Each group offers full palette copy and live preview:
Complementary Harmony
Hue rotated 180 degrees on the HSL wheel (30° to 210°), keeping the original saturation and lightness.
Analogous Harmony
Hues 30 degrees either side (0° and 60°), keeping the original saturation and lightness.
Triadic Harmony
Hues spaced evenly by 120 degrees (150° and 270°), keeping the original saturation and lightness.
Tints & Shades
Mixed with white (tints) and black (shades) in sRGB at 60% and 30%.
WCAG 2.2 Text Readability & Contrast Check
Under WCAG 2.2 criteria, regular body text requires at least 4.5:1 (AA) and large text requires at least 3.0:1. The table below displays calculated contrast ratios:
| Foreground Color | Contrast Ratio | Normal Text (AA) | Large Text (AA) | Normal Text AAA (>= 7.0:1) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Pure Black (#000000) | 7.02:1 | Pass | Pass | Pass |
Pure White (#FFFFFF) | 2.99:1 | Fail | Fail | Fail |
Dark Charcoal (#212529) | 5.16:1 | Pass | Pass | Fail |
Mid Gray (#666666) | 1.92:1 | Fail | Fail | Fail |
Interactive Contrast Tester
Enter text foreground and background colors to verify WCAG legibility:
This is sample body text rendered directly to verify contrast and readability.
Peru Background Download
Download standard 1920x1080 solid desktop wallpaper or generate mobile wallpaper:
Standard Wallpaper: 1920x1080 PNG (#CD853F)Download Options
All wallpaper files precisely match the W3C standard color value:
CSS Standard & Usage Notes
peru = #cd853f (rgb(205, 133, 63))
UI Design & Accessibility Guidelines
Use it for warm accents, buttons, craft and outdoor branding, and autumn palettes. On Peru, black text passes WCAG AAA at every size (7.02:1); white text fails even for large text (2.99:1).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I use black text on Peru?
Yes. Black text on Peru has a WCAG 2.2 contrast ratio of 7.02:1, passing both AA (4.5:1) and AAA (7:1) at every text size.
Can I use white text on Peru?
No. White text on Peru has a WCAG 2.2 contrast ratio of only 2.99:1, below the 3:1 minimum even for large text.
What colors go with Peru?
Black, Navy, Midnight Blue, White, Ivory and Wheat all go well with Peru. Black (7.02:1), Navy (5.35:1) and Midnight Blue (4.97:1) have enough contrast for text on Peru; White, Ivory and Wheat work better as a background or accent.
What color is Peru in CSS?
Peru is #CD853F, a warm light brown with an orange cast (RGB 205, 133, 63).