Pyramid
Also known as: Fantan , Muesli , Grecian Gold , Forbidden Peanut
Pyramid sits on the warm side of the spectrum: a gentle brown that feels earthy and grounded. Try it in autumn design and coffee and food branding. For contrast, pair it with a blue from its complementary palette below. Against dark backgrounds it stays legible (5.52:1), but avoid it as text on white.
Reference
Pyramid color codes
- HEX
- #9F7D4F
- RGB
- rgb(159, 125, 79)
- RGBA
- rgba(159, 125, 79, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(35, 34%, 47%)
- HSV
- hsv(35, 50%, 62%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 21%, 50%, 38%)
- LAB
- lab(55.0 9.2 30.2)
- OKLCH
- oklch(61.2% 0.075 74.0)
Analysis
Color intelligence
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Gamut
The full range of colors a device or space can show. sRGB is the common screen gamut; Display P3 is wider. A color outside a gamut cannot be shown accurately there and must be mapped inward.Full glossary entry →Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
Undertone
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warm
Nearest standard colors
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Delta E (ΔE)
A measure of how different two colors look. Below 1 the difference is invisible to almost everyone; below 2.3 most people can't tell them apart; above 10 they are clearly different colors. We use CIEDE2000, the modern standard.Full glossary entry →
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Delta E (ΔE)
A measure of how different two colors look. Below 1 the difference is invisible to almost everyone; below 2.3 most people can't tell them apart; above 10 they are clearly different colors. We use CIEDE2000, the modern standard.Full glossary entry →- CSS: peru #CD853F · ΔE 11.3
- RAL 1011: Brown beige #AF804F · ΔE 4.4 · 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 Pyramid works
- Web & UI: Use it decoratively for dividers, chart series, and illustration accents, and let neutrals carry the type.
- Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land: a front door, built-ins, or one bold wall.
- Fashion: Works as a base layer or outerwear tone that lets brighter pieces do the talking.
- Branding: As a brand anchor it reads established and tactile; pair with a single vivid accent for energy.
- Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.
- Branding: Best in a brand's supporting palette: packaging interiors, patterns, campaign accents.
Copy as: every ecosystem
Variations
Tints, shades, and tones of Pyramid
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Tint
A color mixed with white, which raises its lightness. Pink is a tint of red. Tints feel softer and more open than the base color.Full glossary entry →
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Tint
A color mixed with white, which raises its lightness. Pink is a tint of red. Tints feel softer and more open than the base color.Full glossary entry →Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Harmonies
Color harmonies
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Complementary colors
Two colors opposite each other on the wheel. They create the strongest contrast and make each other look more intense, so they work best used unevenly.Full glossary entry →
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Complementary colors
Two colors opposite each other on the wheel. They create the strongest contrast and make each other look more intense, so they work best used unevenly.Full glossary entry →Palettes built from Pyramid by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Accessibility
Contrast & accessibility
Aa on white
contrast 3.80:1
AA fail AAA fail AA large pass
Aa on black
contrast 5.52:1
AA pass AAA fail AA large pass
Best text color on a Pyramid background: #000000
Palettes
Palettes featuring Pyramid
Pyramid with its complement
Soft neighbors of Pyramid
Pyramid triad
Explore
Similar colors
- Muesli #9E7E53 · ΔE 0.9
- Cumin #A58459 · ΔE 2.6
- Banner Gold #A28557 · ΔE 3.1
- Driftwood #A67A45 · ΔE 3.1
- Guinea Pig #987652 · ΔE 3.9
- Mocha #9D7651 · ΔE 4.2
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Pyramid is closest to Kimono .
FAQ
Pyramid FAQs
What color is Pyramid?
Pyramid is a medium brown with the hex code #9F7D4F. In HSL terms it has a hue of 35°, 34% saturation, and 47% lightness.
What is the hex code for Pyramid?
The hex code for Pyramid is #9F7D4F. In RGB it's rgb(159, 125, 79), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 21%, 50%, 38%).
What colors go well with Pyramid?
Pyramid pairs naturally with blue tones from its complementary harmony, and with cyan accents from its split-complementary palette. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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