What Color is Meat brown
Despite the somewhat misleading name, this hue is actually a vibrant, saturated mustard yellow rather than a traditional muddy brown. It radiates a spicy warmth reminiscent of turmeric or the golden glaze on roasted food. Its visual impact is energetic, far removing it from passive earthen tones.
What color is opposite Meat brown?
The opposite color to Meat brown is Royal Blue (#3866e5).
Additional Information
- Color Family: Orange
- Temperature: Warm
- Associated Season: Spring
- Complementary Color: #3866E5
- Brightness: 183/255
- Saturation: 74%
Colors That Pair Well With Meat brown
Complementary
Pair with Royal Blue for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.
High Contrast
Use Governor Bay for maximum readability. Ideal for text or critical UI elements.
Harmonious Depth
Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.
Color Variations
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Meat brown History
Historically, shades in this family were derived from limonite, a clay earth pigment containing hydrated iron oxide, known as yellow ochre. It is one of the oldest pigments in human history, used extensively in prehistoric cave art and by Egyptians to represent eternal gold on tomb walls.
During the industrial revolution of the 19th century, chemistry introduced chrome yellow and later cadmium pigments, which offered a higher saturation than natural earths. This shift allowed painters like Van Gogh to move away from muddy realism toward the expressionist sunlight that defined the modern era.
Meaning & Psychology
Psychologically, this color sits on the border between caution and joy. It stimulates mental activity and physical hunger, which is why similar yellow-orange hues are staples in the fast-food industry to encourage appetite and quick turnover.
Unlike cooler shades, it offers no visual rest; it demands attention and suggests spontaneity. In excess, the high saturation can cause visual fatigue or agitation, but in moderation, it evokes feelings of unbridled warmth and harvest abundance.
In Nature
In the natural world, this specific shade is most visible in culinary spices like turmeric root and saffron threads. It also colors the petals of the goldenrod wildflower and characterizes the changing hues of autumn foliage just before the leaves wither to brown.
How To Use Meat brown
Designers should treat this strong color as a high-impact accent rather than a broad background. It works exceptionally well in retro-inspired branding or culinary layouts where the goal is to stimulate the senses without using aggressive reds.
For accessibility compliance, you must ensure high contrast. Do not use white text on this background, as the luminance is too high; instead, utilize deep navy, black, or dark charcoal to guarantee strict legibility.
Related Words
Curated Palettes
Mid-Century Kitchen
A nostalgic, retro palette balancing warm spice tones with cool vintage aquatic shades.
Savory Earth
A grounded, organic scheme inspired by root vegetables and clay.
Royal Contrast
A high-visibility pairing of golden yellow against deep, authoritative blues.
Color Conversions
Color Blindness Simulation
CSS Snippets
color: #E5B73B;
color: rgb(229, 183, 59);
background-color: #E5B73B;
border: 3px solid #E5B73B;
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #E5B73B66;
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #E5B73B 0%, #ffffff 100%);
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What Goes With Meat brown?
Explore color palettes containing Meat brown and discover harmonious combinations for your designs.
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Complementary
Split-complementary
Monochromatic
Accessibility
Contrast with Black and White
Contrast with Black
UI Examples
"Color is a power which directly influences the soul."
Contrast Ratio
Contrast with White
UI Examples
"Color is a power which directly influences the soul."
Contrast Ratio
Closest Color Matches
Polychromos
dark Naples ochre
#184 • #F5C25B
Caran d'ache Luminance 6901
Yellow Ochre
#034 • #E7A621
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hex code for Meat brown?
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How do I use Meat brown in CSS?
You can use Meat brown in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:
.meat-brown {
background-color: #E5B73B;
color: #FFFFFF;
}For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.