#9E6531 Hex Color
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#9e6531 is a muted, medium-dark orange with warm brown undertones. Its mellow saturation suggests optimism, independence, and outdoor adventure without feeling loud. Use this hex code as a supporting tone beside cream or navy. It fits food, sports, and autumn branding. White text reaches about 4.8:1 contrast, making it suitable for small body copy.
Questions about #9e6531
What is #9e6531 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9e6531 is rgb(158, 101, 49), in HSL hsl(29, 53%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 36%, 69%, 38%.
What colors pair well with #9e6531?
Cream, navy, and muted blue-green tones pair well with #9e6531 because they balance its warm brown undertones and mellow orange character, adding contrast without making the palette feel harsh or overly bright. Use cream for a softer palette, or navy for stronger contrast and a grounded, dependable feel.
Is #9e6531 readable on white or black?
#9e6531 has a 4.81:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.35:1 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 only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.