#9C7559 Hex Color
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#9c7559 is a muted, dusty orange with warm brown undertones and a matte, ashy finish. Its low saturation feels mellow and understated, while still suggesting optimism, creativity, and adventure. Use it as a supporting tone for autumn, food, sports, or youth designs. The hex code #9c7559 also supports black body text at about 5.1:1 contrast.
Questions about #9c7559
What is #9c7559 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9c7559 is rgb(156, 117, 89), in HSL hsl(25, 27%, 48%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 43%, 39%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
Does #9c7559 meet WCAG AA with black text?
#9c7559 provides about a 5.1:1 contrast ratio with black, which meets WCAG AA for normal body text requiring 4.5:1. It is a practical choice for readable labels or paragraphs, though verify the exact font and rendering in your interface.
What colors pair well with #9c7559?
#9c7559 pairs well with cream for a softer layout, charcoal for stronger text contrast, and deep olive for an earthy palette. Because its saturation is low, use a clearer accent such as burnt orange or muted teal when the design needs more separation.
Is #9c7559 readable on white or black?
#9c7559 has a 4.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.10:1 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.