#9B826B Hex Color
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The hex code #9b826b is a muted, dusty orange with gray-brown undertones and a matte, ashy finish. Its low saturation creates a calm, understated mood with hints of optimism and adventure. Use this hex color as a supporting tone for autumn branding, food packaging, or sports designs. Black text meets body-copy contrast needs, while bright white can look washed out.
Questions about #9b826b
What is #9b826b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9b826b is rgb(155, 130, 107), in HSL hsl(29, 19%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 16%, 31%, 39%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #9b826b?
The #9b826b hex color pairs well with charcoal for strong text, cream for a softer palette, and terracotta or olive for an earthy autumn scheme that complements its gray-brown undertones. These combinations preserve its subdued character while adding warmth or definition.
Does #9b826b read as a warm or cool color?
#9b826b reads as a warm, muted orange because its brown and dusty undertones soften the orange base without removing its earthy warmth, while low saturation keeps that warmth understated rather than bright. It suits restrained autumn and natural palettes.
Is #9b826b readable on white or black?
#9b826b has a 3.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.79:1 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.