Stroopwafel
Also known as: Slick Mud, Copper Mountain, Bran, Flickering Flame
Stroopwafel sits on the warm side of the spectrum: a gentle brown that feels cozy and dependable. Try it in coffee and food branding and rustic interiors. Because it leans warm, balancing it with a blue keeps a palette from feeling one-note. For accessible text, use it on black or near-black backgrounds (5.03:1, passes WCAG AA) rather than white.
Stroopwafel color codes
- HEX
- #A86F48
- RGB
- rgb(168, 111, 72)
- RGBA
- rgba(168, 111, 72, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(24, 40%, 47%)
- HSV
- hsv(24, 57%, 66%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 34%, 57%, 34%)
- LAB
- lab(52.4 20.2 31.3)
- OKLCH
- oklch(59.3% 0.090 54.4)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
warm
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: sienna#A0522D · ΔE 9.9
- RAL 8023 — Orange brown#A65E2F · ΔE 6.0 · 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 Stroopwafel works
- Web & UI: A supporting-cast color for UI: chart fills, tags, empty-state illustrations — not text.
- 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.
- Fashion: Wears best as the statement piece — a top, scarf, or shoes — against neutral basics.
- Branding: A secondary brand color by nature: it supports a stronger primary and shines in illustration.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Stroopwafel
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Stroopwafel 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 4.17:1
AA failAAA failAA large pass
Aa — on black
contrast 5.03:1
AA passAAA failAA large pass
Best text color on a Stroopwafel background: #000000
Palettes featuring Stroopwafel
Stroopwafel with its complement
Soft neighbors of Stroopwafel
Stroopwafel triad
Similar colors
- Bourbon#AF6C3E · ΔE 2.5
- Brown Sugar#AB764E · ΔE 2.5
- Pecan#A67253 · ΔE 2.6
- Hazel#A36B4B · ΔE 2.6
- Dune Spice#B66E45 · ΔE 3.6
- Argan Oil#9D6646 · ΔE 4.1
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Stroopwafel is closest to Forget-Me-Not.
Stroopwafel FAQs
What color is Stroopwafel?
Stroopwafel is a medium brown with the hex code #A86F48. In HSL terms it has a hue of 24°, 40% saturation, and 47% lightness.
What is the hex code for Stroopwafel?
The hex code for Stroopwafel is #A86F48. In RGB it's rgb(168, 111, 72), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 34%, 57%, 34%).
What colors go well with Stroopwafel?
Stroopwafel 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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