#997F71 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty orange carries a heavy ashy undertone that leans towards a soft, earthy brown. Because it is so unsaturated, #997f71 works best as a neutral supporting color rather than a main focal point. Pair it with crisp cream or dark charcoal to keep the palette from looking muddy. The hex code for this shade is #997f71, and black text remains readable against it.
Questions about #997f71
What is #997f71 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #997f71 is rgb(153, 127, 113), in HSL hsl(21, 16%, 52%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 26%, 40%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors work best with #997f71?
Pair #997f71 with charcoal or deep espresso to ground the dusty orange, or use crisp cream to create a soft, high-contrast look. Because of its ashy, unsaturated nature, it acts as a reliable neutral that anchors more vibrant accents.
Is #997f71 considered a warm or cool color?
While #997f71 is technically an orange derivative, it reads as a cool, earthy brown due to its heavy gray and ashy undertones. This muted quality makes it far more versatile for professional branding than a traditional bright or saturated terracotta.
Is #997f71 readable on white or black?
#997f71 has a 3.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.62:1 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.