#957464 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted orange sits firmly in neutral territory with its heavy ashy undertones. Because it lacks saturation, #957464 reads more like a desaturated clay than a bold color. Use it as a supporting tone in a palette, as it can appear muddy if overused as a large background. It pairs exceptionally well with cool slate grays to create a sophisticated, balanced contrast.
Questions about #957464
What is #957464 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #957464 is rgb(149, 116, 100), in HSL hsl(20, 20%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 22%, 33%, 42%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
How should I use #957464 in a design scheme?
Use #957464 as a subtle grounding element rather than a dominant background to avoid a muddy appearance. It shines as an accent when paired with cool slate or soft cream tones, which bring out its organic, terracotta-like warmth effectively.
Is #957464 considered a warm or cool color?
While #957464 originates from the orange spectrum, its heavy ashy undertones strip away much of the expected heat. This renders it a neutral shade that leans warm enough to feel inviting but remains desaturated enough to function as a versatile, understated backdrop.
Is #957464 readable on white or black?
#957464 has a 4.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.96:1 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.