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Ochre#CC7722

Meaning of the color Ochre

Color ochre carries the essence of the earth, embodying warmth, stability, and tradition. This golden-brown hue has been cherished throughout history, from ancient art to modern design. Its versatility makes it a perfect choice for creating natural, grounded aesthetics. Pair ochre color with deep blues for a bold contrast or muted greens for an organic, harmonious palette. Whether used as a primary shade or an accent, ochre adds depth and character to any creative project.


Psychological characteristics of Ochre color 

Ochre evokes emotions tied to nature and tradition, making it both comforting and inspiring:

  • Warmth: Its earthy tones create a sense of coziness and connection to the natural world.
  • Stability: Ochre symbolizes reliability and rootedness, making it ideal for grounded designs.
  • Creativity: Historically used in art, ochre sparks inspiration and creativity.
  • Timelessness: Its classic appeal makes it a favorite for both vintage and modern aesthetics.

Symbolic meanings of color Ochre

  • Warmth and comfort
  • Tradition and stability
  • Creativity and expression
  • Earthiness and nature

Technical information about Ochre/#CC7722

Represented by the ochre color code #CC7722, this tone blends rich browns and golden hues. In the RGB color model, ochre consists of 80% red, 46.67% green, and 13.33% blue, creating its warm, earthy appeal. In the CMYK model, it is composed of 0% cyan, 42% magenta, 83% yellow, and 20% black. For those wondering what colour is ochre, it sits at the intersection of gold and brown, embodying the natural beauty of the earth and offering endless versatility in design.

Ochre color conversion table

The hexadecimal color #CC7722 has RGB values of R: 204 , G: 119, B: 34 and CMYK values of C: 0, M: 42, Y: 83, K:20.
Color codeValueCSS
HEX#CC7722#CC7722
RGB DECIMAL204, 119, 34rgb(204, 119, 34)
RGB PERCENTAGE80%, 47%, 13%80, 47, 13
CMYK0, 42, 83, 20
HSL30.0°, 71.4, 46.7hsl(30.0°, 71.4%, 46.7%)
HSV (OR HSB)30.0°, 83.3, 80.0
WEB SAFE#CC7722#CC7722
CIE-LAB58.176, 27.340, 56.824
XYZ31.787, 26.147, 4.885
XYY0.506, 0.416, 26.147
CIE-LCH58.176, 63.059, 64.306
CIE-LUV58.176, 69.603, 51.532
HUNTER-LAB51.134, 21.481, 30.130
BINAR11001100 01110111 00100010

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