#917056 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted orange functions as a grounded, matte neutral. With low saturation, it creates a subtle backdrop without visual fatigue. The hex code is #917056. Because it maintains a 4.7:1 contrast ratio, you can confidently use black text on this background for body copy. To avoid a muddy aesthetic, try pairing this shade with cool slate blue or crisp cream instead of pure white.
Questions about #917056
What is #917056 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #917056 is rgb(145, 112, 86), in HSL hsl(26, 26%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 41%, 43%.
What colors pair best with #917056?
To avoid a muddy aesthetic, pair #917056 with slate blue or crisp cream instead of pure white. These cool, clean tones provide the necessary contrast to let the warmth of this dusty orange stand out without looking dull or flat.
Is #917056 readable on white or black?
#917056 has a 4.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.65:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.