#996335 Hex Color
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This warm, unsaturated brown carries strong orange undertones, recalling aged wood or rich roasted coffee. As a supporting tone, it anchors palettes without overwhelming the viewer. Because it meets WCAG AA standards, white text remains legible against this shade. The hex code for this color is #996335. Pair it with soft cream or slate blue to create a grounded, vintage feel in branding or layout designs.
Questions about #996335
What is #996335 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #996335 is rgb(153, 99, 53), in HSL hsl(28, 49%, 40%) and in CMYK 0%, 35%, 65%, 40%.
Which color combinations work best with #996335?
This brown pairs effectively with cream or slate blue to achieve a grounded, vintage aesthetic. These combinations balance the natural warmth of the orange undertones while maintaining readability and visual interest in both web and print layouts.
Is #996335 readable on white or black?
#996335 has a 5.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.19:1 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.