#946225 Hex Color

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#946225 is a muted, warm brown-orange with earthy golden undertones and moderate darkness. Its low saturation feels dependable and grounded, while the orange bias adds optimism and creative energy. Use it as a supporting brand tone for coffee, craft, agriculture, or autumn work. The hex code #946225 also supports white body text at about 5.2:1 contrast.

Questions about #946225

What is #946225 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #946225 is rgb(148, 98, 37), in HSL hsl(33, 60%, 36%) and in CMYK 0%, 34%, 75%, 42%.
What colors pair well with #946225?
#946225 pairs well with charcoal for a sturdy, readable palette, while muted sage or dusty blue can add contrast without making the composition feel loud in packaging, editorial layouts, or branding. Use cream accents to soften the overall combination.
Is #946225 readable on white or black?
#946225 has a 5.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.03:1 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 only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.