Gecko
Also known as: Banana Leaf, Jalapeño, Shimmering Glade, Lentil Sprout
Gecko sits on the warm side of the spectrum: a lively brown that feels earthy and grounded. Try it in leather goods and autumn design. For contrast, pair it with a blue from its complementary palette below. Against dark backgrounds it stays legible (6.55:1), but avoid it as text on white.
Gecko color codes
- HEX
- #9D913C
- RGB
- rgb(157, 145, 60)
- RGBA
- rgba(157, 145, 60, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(53, 45%, 43%)
- HSV
- hsv(53, 62%, 62%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 8%, 62%, 38%)
- LAB
- lab(60.0 -3.3 45.5)
- OKLCH
- oklch(65.0% 0.107 101.3)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
warm
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: olive#808000 · ΔE 8.6
- RAL 1020 — Olive yellow#A08F65 · ΔE 9.0 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck — Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Gecko works
- Web & UI: Best as a button fill, badge, or accent — pair it with white text only at large sizes, and check contrast.
- Interiors: Strong for a whole room, excellent in doses: an accent wall, cabinetry, or a statement chair.
- Fashion: A wardrobe neutral: it anchors outfits and pairs with nearly any accent color.
- Branding: Craft and heritage material — coffee, leather goods, and premium packaging live here.
- Web & UI: A supporting-cast color for UI: chart fills, tags, empty-state illustrations — not text.
- Fashion: Wears best as the statement piece — a top, scarf, or shoes — against neutral basics.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Gecko
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Gecko by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 3.21:1
AA failAAA failAA large pass
Aa — on black
contrast 6.55:1
AA passAAA failAA large pass
Best text color on a Gecko background: #000000
Palettes featuring Gecko
Gecko with its complement
Soft neighbors of Gecko
Gecko triad
Similar colors
- Gremlin#A79954 · ΔE 4.1
- Witch Brew#888738 · ΔE 5.5
- Lucky#AB9A1C · ΔE 5.7
- Martian#AEA132 · ΔE 6.0
- Luxor Gold#AB8D3F · ΔE 6.0
- Papyrus#999911 · ΔE 6.1
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Gecko is closest to Perrywinkle.
Gecko FAQs
What color is Gecko?
Gecko is a medium brown with the hex code #9D913C. In HSL terms it has a hue of 53°, 45% saturation, and 43% lightness.
What is the hex code for Gecko?
The hex code for Gecko is #9D913C. In RGB it's rgb(157, 145, 60), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 8%, 62%, 38%).
What colors go well with Gecko?
Gecko pairs naturally with blue tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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