#997950 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty orange carries a matte, earthy quality that avoids the intensity of brighter tones. Because #997950 is highly unsaturated, it works best as a supporting neutral rather than a dominant base. It pairs effectively with deep charcoal or slate, as black text maintains excellent readability against this shade. Use it for autumn-themed design elements or backgrounds where you need a mellow, understated warmth.
Questions about #997950
What is #997950 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #997950 is rgb(153, 121, 80), in HSL hsl(34, 31%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 48%, 40%.
What color combinations work best with #997950?
How should #997950 be used in web design?
Utilize #997950 primarily as a supporting element or background rather than a main accent, as its low saturation makes it appear muddy if used too heavily. It provides excellent grounding for layouts that require a calm, matte finish without the intensity of brighter orange tones.
Is #997950 readable on white or black?
#997950 has a 4.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.20:1 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.