#94664B Hex Color

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This dusty, muted orange sits firmly between terracotta and brown. With its unsaturated, matte finish, #94664b functions best as a grounding neutral rather than a primary accent. It pairs unexpectedly well with slate blue or sage green, avoiding the muddy look that arises when paired with similar earth tones. The hex code #94664b provides enough contrast for white text to remain readable at small scales.

Questions about #94664b

What is #94664b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #94664b is rgb(148, 102, 75), in HSL hsl(22, 33%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 31%, 49%, 42%.
What colors pair best with #94664b in a design scheme?
Use #94664b alongside cool-toned neutrals to balance its inherent warmth. It creates a professional, grounded look when paired with slate or sage green, providing enough contrast to keep designs from appearing too muddy or monochrome.
Is #94664b suitable for text against a white background?
Yes, #94664b maintains sufficient contrast against white backgrounds, making it a reliable choice for readable text and fine lines. Its dark, saturated nature ensures that smaller typography remains legible without needing the harshness of a pure black.
Is #94664b readable on white or black?
#94664b has a 4.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.26:1 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.