#99836D Hex Color
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#99836d is a bleak, muted orange with dusty brown and gray undertones. Its low saturation and matte lightness create a calm, understated mood with an independent, earthy edge. The hex code works well as a supporting tone for autumn themes, food packaging, construction safety, or youth branding. Black text reaches about 5.8:1 contrast for readable body copy.
Questions about #99836d
What is #99836d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #99836d is rgb(153, 131, 109), in HSL hsl(30, 18%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 29%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #99836d?
#99836d pairs well with charcoal, cream, and desaturated teal because their darker or lighter values sharpen its dusty orange-brown base without overpowering it. Use it as a supporting tone beside stronger accents in packaging, interiors, or autumn-focused branding.
Is #99836d readable on white or black?
#99836d has a 3.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.82:1 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.