#A45529 Hex Color
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This unsaturated, mellow orange-brown carries a distinct retro warmth. Because #a45529 can feel muddy in large, solid blocks, use it as an accent color rather than a primary background. It pairs exceptionally well with muted teal or cream tones, offering a reliable, grounding energy for branding or organic product design. The hex code for this earthy shade is #a45529.
Questions about #a45529
What is #a45529 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a45529 is rgb(164, 85, 41), in HSL hsl(21, 60%, 40%) and in CMYK 0%, 48%, 75%, 36%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #a45529 for a balanced design?
#a45529 pairs best with muted, cool tones like teal or creamy off-whites to prevent it from feeling too heavy or muddy. These combinations balance its strong earthy warmth while creating a sophisticated, professional contrast for branding or interior accents.
How should I use #a45529 without it overwhelming a design?
Because #a45529 can feel dense in large, solid blocks, treat it as an accent color rather than a primary background. It thrives when used for call-to-action buttons, border details, or organic typography against cleaner, neutral backgrounds.
Is #a45529 readable on white or black?
#a45529 has a 5.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.90:1 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.