#A16D55 Hex Color
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Reach for #a16d55 when a layout needs warmth without volume. This muted orange reads dusty and matte, closer to clay than to a ripe fruit. It works best as a supporting tone behind cream or charcoal, though it can wash out next to plain white. Small accents in deep teal or navy keep it grounded.
Questions about #a16d55
What is #a16d55 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a16d55 is rgb(161, 109, 85), in HSL hsl(19, 31%, 48%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 47%, 37%.
What colors pair well with #a16d55?
Charcoal, deep teal, and cream all flatter #a16d55. The muted warmth holds its own against cool darks, while pale neutrals keep it from reading muddy across large surfaces.
Is #a16d55 warm or cool?
It reads warm. The muted red-orange base and low saturation give it a dry, earthy feel rather than the bright heat of a vivid orange.
Is #a16d55 readable on white or black?
#a16d55 has a 4.34:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.83:1 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.