#98745D Hex Color
Grounded dusty orange with matte warmth
This muted, dusty orange carries a matte quality that reads grounded rather than vivid. Because it is highly unsaturated, #98745d works best as a neutral supporting tone rather than a dominant base. It pairs beautifully with charcoal grays for a sophisticated, modern look. The hex code for this color offers enough contrast for legible black body text, making it a reliable choice for editorial layouts.
Questions about #98745d
What is #98745d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #98745d is rgb(152, 116, 93), in HSL hsl(23, 24%, 48%) and in CMYK 0%, 24%, 39%, 40%.
What design aesthetic works best with #98745d?
The matte, unsaturated quality of #98745d aligns perfectly with editorial, minimalist, or vintage-inspired layouts. It functions best as a subtle background or supporting accent when paired with high-contrast text like charcoal, keeping the visual experience grounded and readable without relying on bright saturation.
Is #98745d readable on white or black?
#98745d has a 4.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.99:1 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.