Characterisation of apricot colour: colour shades, colour codes and mixing

The colour apricot is a warm, soft shade, reminiscent of the colour of fresh and ripe peach fruit. This shade is a blend of orange, pink and some yellow, creating a vibrant yet calming effect. The colour is often associated with joie de vivre, freshness and youthfulness. Its use in home décor or fashion creates a welcoming, inviting atmosphere while maintaining sophistication and elegance.

Peach is a popular choice for rooms such as bedrooms or living rooms where a calm and relaxing atmosphere is desired. It is also often used in children's rooms as it is neutral and can be easily combined with other colours. In fashion, apricot is often seen in spring and summer, when light, bright shades come to the fore. With natural, earthy tones such as beige or brownish shades combined, the apricot colour gives a harmonious and balanced look.

Apricot colour RGB and HEX codes

RGB code for the colour apricot: (251, 206, 177)
HEX code for the colour apricot: #FBCEB1

Colour scheme	Code/Weights
Hex	#FBCEB1
RGB	rgb(251, 206, 177)
HSL	hsl(23, 92%, 84%)
HSV/HSB	hsv(23, 29%, 98%)
CMYK	cmyk(0, 18, 30, 2)
Contrasting colour	#44741C
Complementary colour	#A1CEFB

Dark and light shades of apricot

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Dark shades

Light shades

Apricot's complementary colour palettes

Apricot, also known as apricot, is a pleasant and warm shade that represents the transition between orange and yellow. Below, we present the use of apricot in different palettes to give you inspiration for your design work.

Complementary palette

Analogue palette

Monochrome palette

Triad palette

Tetrade palette

Split complementary palette

Neutral palette

What is the colour of apricot?

The colour apricot is a light, warm shade of orange and yellow. It is similar to the colour of apricot fruit, hence the name.

What determines the colour of apricot?

The colour of apricot depends on several factors. Primarily, shades of yellow and orange are mixed to create the apricot colour. The exact shade can be affected by the proportion of colours in the mixture and the lighting conditions under which the colour is tested. A creamy, light hue may be observed in apricot colour, which is derived from the flesh colour of the fruit. Other factors may also affect the quality and type of material used for the dye or print.

How is it possible to mix apricot colour?

To obtain the apricot colour, the following colours should be mixed:

• Red: This base colour gives the apricot colour its warmth and depth.
• Yellow: Adding it helps to lighten the colour and create a sunny hue.
• White: When added to the mixture, it softens the colour and achieves the pastel shade of apricot.

For best results, start with small amounts and gradually blend the colours until you achieve the desired shade.