#A05D40 Hex Color
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This muted terracotta shade carries a warm, earthy weight that anchors organic brand palettes. #a05d40 lacks the intensity of bright orange, making it a reliable choice for vintage or artisan designs. It works best as a supporting tone rather than a large background, where its saturation can feel heavy. Pair it with soft cream or slate blue to balance its grounded, rustic character.
Questions about #a05d40
What is #a05d40 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a05d40 is rgb(160, 93, 64), in HSL hsl(18, 43%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 42%, 60%, 37%.
What colors pair well with #a05d40?
This warm terracotta works best when balanced by cool or neutral tones to prevent the palette from feeling too heavy. Pair #a05d40 with slate blue for high contrast or warm cream for a soft, cohesive vintage look.
Is #a05d40 readable on white or black?
#a05d40 has a 5.07:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.13:1 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.