Catawba
HEX: #703642 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#703642
112, 54, 66
347°, 51% ,43%
0, 51.79, 41.07, 56.08
About Catawba
Catawba (#703642) is a color with RGB(112, 54, 66) and HSL(347.59°, 51.79%, 43.92%). It is commonly associated with Romantic moods. In design, it fits Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Logo. Its complementary color is #367064, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #427036 and #364270. The name comes from Katapaw (Catawba (Siouan language)).
- HEX: #703642
- RGB: 112, 54, 66
- HSL: 347.59°, 51.79%, 43.92%
- Mood: Romantic
- Style: Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Logo
- Complementary color: #367064
- Triadic colors: #427036, #364270
- The name comes from Katapaw (Catawba (Siouan language)).
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 #703642 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The term 'Catawba' refers primarily to the Catawba Nation, a federally recognized tribe of Native Americans, and secondarily to the Catawba River, which flows through North Carolina and South Carolina. The Catawba people have a long and rich history in the Piedmont region, predating European contact by thousands of years. Their language, Catawba, is a member of the Siouan language family, though it is now critically endangered. Historically, the Catawba were a powerful and numerous tribe, known for their pottery and their strategic alliances and conflicts with both other Native American tribes and European colonists. Their population was significantly reduced by disease and warfare following European contact. Today, the Catawba Nation maintains its cultural identity and tribal sovereignty.
First Recorded Use
The earliest recorded use of 'Catawba' by Europeans dates to the late 17th century, appearing in colonial records and maps to refer to the indigenous people inhabiting the Catawba River region.
Cultural Associations
The Catawba Nation is renowned for its traditional pottery, a craft passed down through generations, often made without a potter's wheel. Their cultural heritage includes a strong oral tradition, ceremonies, and a deep connection to their ancestral lands along the Catawba River. The Catawba language, though nearly extinct, is the subject of revitalization efforts. The tribe's history is marked by resilience and adaptation in the face of immense challenges.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #703642;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #703642;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #703642;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#703642,
#36AA92
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#703642,
#36AA92
);
}// SCSS variable
$catawba: #703642;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$catawba-r: 112;
$catawba-g: 54;
$catawba-b: 66;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $catawba;
color: rgba($catawba-r, $catawba-g, $catawba-b, 0.8);
}