Coyote Brown
HEX: #81613E | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#81613E
129, 97, 62
31°, 51% ,50%
0, 24.81, 51.94, 49.41
About Coyote Brown
Coyote Brown (#81613E) is a color with RGB(129, 97, 62) and HSL(31.34°, 51.94%, 50.59%). It is commonly associated with Earthy moods. In design, it fits Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Logo. Its complementary color is #3E5E81, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #3E8161 and #613E81. The name comes from Coyote Brown (English).
- HEX: #81613E
- RGB: 129, 97, 62
- HSL: 31.34°, 51.94%, 50.59%
- Mood: Earthy
- Style: Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Logo
- Complementary color: #3E5E81
- Triadic colors: #3E8161, #613E81
- The name comes from Coyote Brown (English).
Live Components
Color Palettes
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 #81613E from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The color 'Coyote Brown' is a specific shade of brown that gained significant traction, particularly within military, tactical, and outdoor industries. Its rise to prominence is closely tied to the evolution of camouflage and uniform standards. Historically, various shades of brown have been essential in military camouflage due to their prevalence in natural environments (soil, tree bark, dry vegetation). As military forces moved away from solid colors like olive drab to more complex camouflage patterns (e.g., MARPAT, MultiCam), there was a need for standardized, versatile base colors that could blend effectively across different terrains. 'Coyote Brown' emerged as one such standard. It's a medium, earthy brown with a slight reddish or yellowish undertone, making it adaptable to desert, arid, and some woodland environments. It became a popular choice for webbing, packs, vests, and other gear because it complements a wide range of camouflage patterns without creating stark contrasts. The U.S. Marine Corps, for instance, adopted a shade very similar to Coyote Brown for much of its individual equipment to be worn with their MARPAT uniforms. Its use has since expanded beyond the military into law enforcement, outdoor recreation, and even fashion, valued for its rugged aesthetic and practical versatility.
First Recorded Use
While the concept of a 'coyote brown' color likely existed informally earlier, its formalization and widespread use as a specific color designation, particularly in military and tactical gear, became prominent in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. The U.S. military's adoption of various shades of brown for camouflage and equipment played a significant role.
Cultural Associations
Coyote Brown has become a culturally recognized color, particularly within communities associated with the outdoors, tactical gear, and military aesthetics. It evokes a sense of ruggedness, utility, and preparedness. It's often seen as a more modern and versatile alternative to traditional olive drab for gear and apparel. Its association with military and law enforcement personnel also lends it an air of professionalism and durability. In civilian contexts, it's popular for hiking gear, workwear, and 'tactical casual' fashion.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #81613E;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #81613E;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #81613E;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#81613E,
#407EC2
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#81613E,
#407EC2
);
}// SCSS variable
$coyote-brown: #81613E;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$coyote-brown-r: 129;
$coyote-brown-g: 97;
$coyote-brown-b: 62;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $coyote-brown;
color: rgba($coyote-brown-r, $coyote-brown-g, $coyote-brown-b, 0.8);
}