#975D3C Hex Color

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#975d3c acts as a muted, warm orange-brown with a reliable, grounded presence. It works well as a stable background or a supporting tone in artisan-focused branding. White text remains legible against this shade at a 5.3:1 contrast ratio, meeting accessibility standards for readable body text. Designers often use this hex code to anchor retro themes without overwhelming the surrounding palette.

Questions about #975d3c

What is #975d3c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #975d3c is rgb(151, 93, 60), in HSL hsl(22, 43%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 38%, 60%, 41%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #975d3c?
This earthy tone balances beautifully with a deep charcoal for high-contrast text or a creamy ivory to soften its intensity. For a harmonious scheme, consider pairing #975d3c with muted sage greens or warm, desaturated blues to anchor the overall composition.
Is #975d3c readable on white or black?
#975d3c has a 5.32:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.94:1 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.