#927C63 Hex Color
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#927c63 is a dusty, unsaturated orange that reads as a muted, earthy brown. This matte shade works well as a grounding neutral for UI backgrounds, though it can look muddy if used in isolation. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate blue to create an effective contrast. The hex code #927c63 provides enough readability for body text when paired with black, maintaining a clean and understated design presence.
Questions about #927c63
What is #927c63 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #927c63 is rgb(146, 124, 99), in HSL hsl(32, 19%, 48%) and in CMYK 0%, 15%, 32%, 43%.
What colors pair best with #927c63 in a design layout?
#927c63 works beautifully when grounded by deep neutrals like charcoal or slate blue, which provide the necessary contrast to prevent the color from feeling muddy. For a warmer, sophisticated palette, try pairing this shade with soft creams or desaturated terracottas.
Is #927c63 a warm or cool neutral shade?
#927c63 reads as a warm, earthy neutral because of its underlying orange saturation, though its muted, dusty quality keeps it from appearing too vibrant. This makes it an excellent choice for designs requiring a soft, organic, or vintage-inspired aesthetic.
Is #927c63 readable on white or black?
#927c63 has a 3.97:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.28:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.