#995534 Hex Color
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#995534 is a muted, earthy orange with strong brown undertones. This warm, grounded hue provides a reliable foundation for branding in agriculture, craft goods, or coffee packaging. While it sits comfortably as a secondary accent color, it can appear muddy if used across large, plain backgrounds. For the best visual impact, pair this hex code with a cool teal or crisp off-white to balance its intensity.
Questions about #995534
What is #995534 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #995534 is rgb(153, 85, 52), in HSL hsl(20, 49%, 40%) and in CMYK 0%, 44%, 66%, 40%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #995534?
This earthy tone balances best when paired with cool, contrasting shades that cut through its warmth. Try using it alongside a deep teal for a striking natural contrast or a crisp off-white to keep your layouts feeling clean and readable.
Is #995534 suitable for text and branding?
Because of its mid-tone intensity, #995534 works exceptionally well as a primary brand accent or a secondary graphic element. However, avoid using it as a background for small body text, as it may lack the necessary contrast for good accessibility.
Is #995534 readable on white or black?
#995534 has a 5.67:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.70:1 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.