Caramel Colors

Explore the rich, warm tones of caramel to inspire your next design.

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Hex

#C68E17

RGB

198,142,23

HSB

38,88%,78%

HSL

38,79%,43%
Caramel Presets

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#C68E17
#D4A76A
#A67B0B
#E0A040
#8B5A2B

What is Caramel Color?

Caramel color is a warm, rich amber-brown hue that mimics the appearance of caramelized sugar. This inviting color ranges from light golden-brown to deep amber tones, capturing the sweet, indulgent essence of caramel candy. With its balanced warmth and depth, caramel color brings a sense of comfort, luxury, and natural richness to designs, making it popular in fashion, interior design, and branding.

Classic Caramel

#C68E17

Caramel Colors on Digital Screens

Caramel colors are defined by these color codes for consistent display across devices:

  • • Classic Caramel: #C68E17 (RGB: 198, 142, 23)
  • • Light Caramel: #D4A76A (RGB: 212, 167, 106)
  • • Dark Caramel: #A67B0B (RGB: 166, 123, 11)
  • • Golden Caramel: #E0A040 (RGB: 224, 160, 64)
  • • Burnt Caramel: #8B5A2B (RGB: 139, 90, 43)
  • • Soft Caramel: #CC9966 (RGB: 204, 153, 102)

Using Caramel Colors in Design

Caramel colors bring warmth and richness to designs. Here are some tips for using caramel colors effectively:

  • • Use caramel as a primary color for a warm, inviting atmosphere
  • • Pair with cream or ivory for a soft, elegant look
  • • Combine with deep blues or teals for a rich, sophisticated contrast
  • • Use alongside chocolate browns and tans for a natural, earthy palette
  • • Caramel works well for food-related designs, luxury branding, and autumn-themed projects

Colors That Complement Caramel

  • Cream
  • Ivory
  • Deep Teal
  • Navy Blue
  • Chocolate Brown
  • Sage Green

Caramel Color Symbolism

Caramel colors carry powerful symbolic meanings across different contexts:

Warmth and comfort, creating a welcoming, nurturing atmosphere. Richness and indulgence, evoking the sweet, decadent nature of caramel treats. Natural elegance, connecting to earthy tones and organic materials. Caramel also symbolizes stability and reliability, making it popular for brands that want to convey trustworthiness with a touch of luxury. In interior design, caramel tones create spaces that feel both sophisticated and approachable, while in fashion they represent timeless style and versatility.

Popular Caramel Shades

Color Name Hex Code RGB
Classic Caramel #C68E17 rgb(198, 142, 23)
Light Caramel #D4A76A rgb(212, 167, 106)
Dark Caramel #A67B0B rgb(166, 123, 11)
Golden Caramel #E0A040 rgb(224, 160, 64)
Burnt Caramel #8B5A2B rgb(139, 90, 43)
Soft Caramel #CC9966 rgb(204, 153, 102)
Caramel Latte #AF8D54 rgb(175, 141, 84)
Deep Caramel #7B3F00 rgb(123, 63, 0)

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