#9F6C2B Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
Reach for #9f6c2b when you want autumn warmth without the shout of pure orange. This muted shade leans toward caramel and leather, so it grounds a palette instead of brightening it. It works best as a supporting tone or accent, pairing well with deep teal for contrast. The hex code #9f6c2b also carries enough lightness for black text, hitting a 4.7:1 contrast ratio that passes AA for body copy.
Questions about #9f6c2b
What is #9f6c2b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9f6c2b is rgb(159, 108, 43), in HSL hsl(34, 57%, 40%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 73%, 38%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #9f6c2b?
Deep teal and navy flatter #9f6c2b best, since cool darks sharpen its warm brown undertones. Cream and olive also work for softer, earthy palettes, while bright oranges make it look muddy by comparison.
Is #9f6c2b readable on white or black?
#9f6c2b 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.