#9C8A7C Hex Color
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The hex code #9c8a7c is a muted, matte orange with dusty brown and gray undertones. Its low saturation creates a calm, understated mood while retaining warmth and optimism. Use it for backgrounds, autumn branding, food packaging, or supporting UI elements. Black text reaches about 6.3:1 contrast, while white text can look washed out.
Questions about #9c8a7c
What is #9c8a7c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9c8a7c is rgb(156, 138, 124), in HSL hsl(26, 14%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 12%, 21%, 39%.
What colors pair well with #9c8a7c?
The #9c8a7c hex color pairs well with black text, cream backgrounds, and muted accents such as sage or terracotta, reinforcing its earthy warmth while keeping the overall palette soft and grounded.
Does #9c8a7c read as a warm or cool color?
#9c8a7c reads as a warm, muted orange because its brown undertones soften the hue while retaining a subtle earthy glow; its gray component keeps that warmth restrained rather than bright.
Is #9c8a7c readable on white or black?
#9c8a7c has a 3.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.34:1 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.