#9D6B51 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty orange carries a warm, unsaturated quality that feels grounded. The hex code is #9d6b51. Designers often find it tricky at large scales where it risks looking muddy, so it excels as a supporting accent rather than a full background. It passes WCAG AA accessibility standards for black text, ensuring readability. Pair this tone with soft creams for a sophisticated, natural palette.
Questions about #9d6b51
What is #9d6b51 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9d6b51 is rgb(157, 107, 81), in HSL hsl(21, 32%, 47%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 48%, 38%.
How can I best use #9d6b51 in a UI design project?
#9d6b51 functions best as a secondary accent rather than a full background color to avoid appearing muddy. Pair this shade with deep charcoal text for high readability or use it alongside soft creams for a balanced and organic aesthetic.
Is #9d6b51 readable on white or black?
#9d6b51 has a 4.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.65:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.