Grizzly
HEX: #885818 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#885818
136, 88, 24
34°, 82% ,53%
0, 35.29, 82.35, 46.67
About Grizzly
Grizzly (#885818) is a color with RGB(136, 88, 24) and HSL(34.29°, 82.35%, 53.33%). 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 #184888, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #188858 and #581888. The name comes from Grizzly (English).
- HEX: #885818
- RGB: 136, 88, 24
- HSL: 34.29°, 82.35%, 53.33%
- Mood: Energetic, Bold
- Style: Vivid, Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #184888
- Triadic colors: #188858, #581888
- The name comes from Grizzly (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 #885818 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The word 'grizzly' itself comes from 'grizzle,' meaning gray or streaked with gray, which has roots in Old French 'grisel' (grayish) and ultimately Germanic origins. When applied to the bear, it specifically describes the distinctive silver or white tips on its otherwise brown fur, giving it a 'grizzled' look. Early European explorers and settlers in North America encountered this formidable bear and adopted the descriptive term. Initially, it was sometimes referred to as 'grisly bear' (implying frightful or gruesome), leading to some confusion, but 'grizzly' (referring to color) became the standard.
First Recorded Use
The term 'grizzly bear' is believed to have been first recorded in English around 1784 by explorer Samuel Hearne, though it likely existed in common parlance earlier. The 'grizzly' part refers to its 'grizzled' or streaked with gray/white hair appearance.
Cultural Associations
The grizzly bear holds significant cultural importance, particularly among Indigenous peoples of North America, where it is often revered as a symbol of strength, wisdom, and courage. In broader North American culture, it is an iconic symbol of wilderness and untamed nature. It features prominently in folklore, literature, and conservation efforts. Its image is frequently used in branding related to ruggedness and the outdoors. Despite its fearsome reputation, it is also a subject of fascination and respect.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #885818;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #885818;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #885818;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#885818,
#267AEA
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#885818,
#267AEA
);
}// SCSS variable
$grizzly: #885818;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$grizzly-r: 136;
$grizzly-g: 88;
$grizzly-b: 24;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $grizzly;
color: rgba($grizzly-r, $grizzly-g, $grizzly-b, 0.8);
}