#A66F47 Hex Color
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#a66f47 is a muted, earthy orange with strong brown undertones. It brings a mellow warmth to designs, making it a reliable choice for autumn themes or rustic branding. Because it is unsaturated, it works best as a supporting tone rather than a background. Use it alongside deep forest greens or charcoal gray for a balanced, grounded palette. Black text provides excellent readability over this hex code.
Questions about #a66f47
What is #a66f47 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a66f47 is rgb(166, 111, 71), in HSL hsl(25, 40%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 57%, 35%.
What colors pair well with #a66f47?
#a66f47 works best when grounded by deep, neutral tones that anchor its warmth. Pair it with charcoal or dark, desaturated blues to create a professional contrast, or combine it with deep forest greens for a balanced, nature-inspired palette that avoids being too loud.
Is #a66f47 a warm or cool tone?
#a66f47 is definitively a warm color, leaning heavily into earthy orange and brown territory. Its muted saturation prevents it from feeling too vibrant or aggressive, making it a sophisticated choice for designs that require a cozy, accessible, and inviting feeling.
Is #a66f47 readable on white or black?
#a66f47 has a 4.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.98:1 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.