Color: Tan
Complete color information and conversion tools for Tan
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Test Tan for accessibility compliance and color contrast ratios.
Basic Contrast Ratios
WCAG 2.1 Compliance
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Required ratio: 3:1
Required ratio: 7:1
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Usage Recommendations
✓ Excellent for accessibility
This color meets AAA standards and is suitable for all text sizes and UI elements.
Recommended text color: Use #000000 text for optimal readability on Tan backgrounds.
Colors similar to Tan based on hue and saturation.
About Tan Color
The Tan color (#D2B48C) is a brown color that belongs to the web-safe color palette. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Tan, including its technical specifications, psychological impact, design applications, and practical usage examples.
Tan has the hexadecimal code #D2B48C and RGB values of 210, 180, 140. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 34°, saturation of 44%, and lightness of 69%. This color is widely supported across all browsers and design applications.
Discover the psychological impact and cultural significance of Tan.
Associated Emotions
Warmth, comfort, nature, stability, reliability
Symbolism & Meaning
Earth, nature, stability, tradition, warmth
Marketing & Branding
Organic products, traditional brands, comfort products, natural materials
Learn how to effectively use Tan in various design contexts.
Web Design
- • Headers
- • Links
- • Corporate themes
- • Trust indicators
- • Professional layouts
Interior Design
- • Bedrooms
- • Bathrooms
- • Office spaces
- • Coastal themes
Graphic Design
- • Corporate branding
- • Healthcare materials
- • Technology themes
- • Professional presentations
Fashion & Clothing
- • Business attire
- • Denim
- • Formal wear
- • Casual shirts
Complete technical details and color space information for Tan.
Color Temperature
Dominant Wavelength
Color Purity
Brightness Index
Real-world examples and code snippets showing how to use Tan.
CSS Examples
Design Tips & Best Practices
When using Tan in your designs, consider its psychological impact and cultural associations. This color works well in web design, branding, and marketing materials and can be effectively paired with complementary colors to create striking visual compositions.
Accessibility Considerations
When using Tan as a text or background color, ensure sufficient contrast ratios for accessibility compliance. Test your color combinations against WCAG guidelines to ensure readability for all users.