Drab

HEX: #967117 | Modern Palette

On White
4.50:1
FAIL
On Black
4.67:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#967117
RGB
150, 113, 23
HSL
42°, 84% ,58%
CMYK
0, 24.67, 84.67, 41.18

About Drab

Drab (#967117) is a color with RGB(150, 113, 23) and HSL(42.52°, 84.67%, 58.82%). It is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #173C96, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #179671 and #711796. The name comes from Drab (English).

  • HEX: #967117
  • RGB: 150, 113, 23
  • HSL: 42.52°, 84.67%, 58.82%
  • Mood: Energetic, Bold
  • Style: Vivid, Warm
  • Use case: Text, Button, Accent
  • Complementary color: #173C96
  • Triadic colors: #179671, #711796
  • The name comes from Drab (English).

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Color Palettes

Drab #967117 is used in Monochromatic, Neutral + Accent, Analogous, 3 + 1 + 1 palettes, giving designers ready-made combinations for backgrounds, surfaces, accents, and interface elements.

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
 
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Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
 
 
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Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
 
 
 
 
 
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.
 
 
 
 
 

Color Harmonies

Drab #967117 pairs with #173C96 as its complementary color, and #179671 and #711796 in triadic combinations. These harmony relationships help create balanced color combinations for UI, branding, and design work.

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

DRAB
Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

DRAB
Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

DRAB
Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

DRAB
Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

DRAB
Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

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Shades & Tints

The shade and tint range for Drab #967117 moves from dark #161103 tones through the base color to lighter #FCF6E9 tones, making it useful for depth, hierarchy, and background variation.

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Color Characteristics

Mood
Energetic Bold
Style
Vivid Warm
Use case
Text Button Accent

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #7D7D11
Protanopia #767618
Tritanopia #9B6A6A
Achromatopsia #777777

Frequently Asked Questions

Drab (#967117) is a color with RGB(150, 113, 23) and HSL(42.52°, 84.67%, 58.82%).

#967117 pairs strongly with #173C96 as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#967117 is suitable for Text, Button, Accent and works well with Vivid, Warm styles.

#967117 is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold.

The name Drab is linked to Drab from English, meaning Dull, uninteresting, lacking brightness or vivacity.

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Drab
Meaning Dull, uninteresting, lacking brightness or vivacity
Language English
First Recorded Use 16th Century

History

The word 'drab' originally referred to a kind of coarse, undyed cloth, often made of wool, which was typically a dull, light brown or grayish-yellow color. This textile was common for everyday wear due to its durability and low cost. From this literal meaning of a specific color and fabric, the word evolved to describe anything that shared these characteristics of dullness, lack of color, or plainness. By the late 16th century, it was being used more broadly to describe things that were uninteresting, cheerless, or lacking in vibrancy, whether in color, appearance, or even personality or life circumstances. The association with a 'drab' person or life suggests a lack of excitement or stimulation.

First Recorded Use

Circa 1540s

Cultural Associations

The concept of 'drab' often contrasts with notions of luxury, vibrancy, or excitement. In fashion and interior design, 'drab' colors are sometimes deliberately chosen for their understated elegance or to create a minimalist aesthetic, though more often the term is used pejoratively. Culturally, a 'drab' existence or personality can be seen as undesirable, implying a lack of ambition, joy, or engagement with life. It can also be associated with poverty or austerity, where resources for colorful or decorative items are limited.

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Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #967117;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #967117;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #967117;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #967117,
        #3D71EF
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #967117,
        #3D71EF
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$drab: #967117;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$drab-r: 150;
$drab-g: 113;
$drab-b: 23;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $drab;
    color: rgba($drab-r, $drab-g, $drab-b, 0.8);
}