#A47B5D Hex Color
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This muted, dusty orange functions well as a calm background. It is highly readable with black text, as it offers a strong 5.6:1 contrast ratio. Designers should use this as a supporting element rather than a primary shade, as it can appear washed out in large, open spaces. The hex code for this mellow color is #a47b5d.
Questions about #a47b5d
What is #a47b5d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a47b5d is rgb(164, 123, 93), in HSL hsl(25, 28%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 43%, 36%.
Where does #a47b5d work best in UI design?
#a47b5d works effectively as a subtle background or supporting accent rather than a primary call-to-action color. Because it is somewhat muted and desaturated, it avoids overwhelming the viewer, allowing it to anchor interfaces that require a calm, grounded, and professional aesthetic.
What colors pair well with #a47b5d?
Is #a47b5d readable on white or black?
#a47b5d has a 3.77:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.56:1 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.