#997854 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted orange offers a grounded, matte appearance. Because of its low saturation, #997854 works best as a supporting element rather than a dominant base. Black text maintains a 5.2:1 contrast ratio here, making it accessible for small body copy. Designers often pair this hex code with deep charcoal to create a modern, sophisticated take on traditional autumn palettes.
Questions about #997854
What is #997854 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #997854 is rgb(153, 120, 84), in HSL hsl(31, 29%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 22%, 45%, 40%.
What colors pair best with #997854?
Pair #997854 with deep charcoal or warm cream tones to build a modern, sophisticated palette. The low saturation allows it to function as a grounded neutral that balances bolder accents without overpowering the visual composition.
Is #997854 readable on white or black?
#997854 has a 4.06:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.16:1 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.