Tiger Eye

HEX: #E08D3C | Modern Palette

On White
2.61:1
FAIL
On Black
8.04:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#E08D3C
RGB
224, 141, 60
HSL
29°, 72% ,55%
CMYK
0, 37, 73, 12

About Tiger Eye

Tiger Eye (#E08D3C) is a color with RGB(224, 141, 60) and HSL(29.6°, 72.6%, 55.7%). It is commonly associated with Energetic moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #3C8FE0, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #3CE08D and #8D3CE0. The name comes from Tiger's Eye (English).

  • HEX: #E08D3C
  • RGB: 224, 141, 60
  • HSL: 29.6°, 72.6%, 55.7%
  • Mood: Energetic
  • Style: Vivid, Warm
  • Use case: Text, Button, Accent
  • Complementary color: #3C8FE0
  • Triadic colors: #3CE08D, #8D3CE0
  • The name comes from Tiger's Eye (English).

Live Components

LIGHT
DARK
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Color Palettes

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
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

Complementary

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

Analogous

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

Triadic

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

Split-Complementary

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

Tetradic (Square)

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

Monochromatic

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

Shades & Tints

A seamless scale of #E08D3C from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Energetic
Style
Vivid Warm
Use case
Text Button Accent

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #ABAB34
Protanopia #99993D
Tritanopia #E48686
Achromatopsia #A0A0A0

Frequently Asked Questions

Tiger Eye (#E08D3C) is a color with RGB(224, 141, 60) and HSL(29.6°, 72.6%, 55.7%).

#E08D3C pairs strongly with #3C8FE0 as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#E08D3C is suitable for Text, Button, Accent and works well with Vivid, Warm styles.

#E08D3C is commonly associated with Energetic.

The name Tiger Eye is linked to Tiger's Eye from English, meaning Refers to the chatoyancy (cat's-eye effect) and golden-brown banding of the gemstone, resembling the eye of a tiger..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Tiger's Eye
Meaning Refers to the chatoyancy (cat's-eye effect) and golden-brown banding of the gemstone, resembling the eye of a tiger.
Language English
First Recorded Use 19th Century

History

Tiger's Eye is a variety of chalcedony, a cryptocrystalline form of silica, primarily composed of silicon dioxide. It forms when crocidolite (blue asbestos) is altered by quartz, which replaces the asbestos fibers while retaining their fibrous structure. This process, known as pseudomorphism, is what gives Tiger's Eye its characteristic chatoyancy. Historically, it was believed to be a stone of protection and good fortune. Roman soldiers were said to carry it for courage in battle. Its popularity surged in the Victorian era for jewelry and ornamental objects.

First Recorded Use

The term 'Tiger's Eye' for the gemstone became common as it gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly after significant deposits were found in South Africa.

Cultural Associations

In various cultures, Tiger's Eye is associated with courage, strength, and protection. It's often used as a talisman against ill wishes or curses. In some spiritual practices, it's believed to balance yin-yang energies, alleviate fear, and aid in decision-making. Its golden-brown hues are also linked to wealth and prosperity.

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Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #E08D3C;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #E08D3C;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #E08D3C;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #E08D3C,
        #3C8FE0
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #E08D3C,
        #3C8FE0
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$tiger-eye: #E08D3C;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$tiger-eye-r: 224;
$tiger-eye-g: 141;
$tiger-eye-b: 60;

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