#A78C77 Hex Color
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This dusty orange has ashy undertones that bring a quiet, grounded feel to design projects. It avoids the intensity of standard orange, offering a more muted and versatile option for autumn-themed graphics or natural branding. The hex code #a78c77 works well when you need a calm, earthy tone to balance bolder colors in a layout.
Questions about #a78c77
What is #a78c77 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a78c77 is rgb(167, 140, 119), in HSL hsl(26, 21%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 16%, 29%, 35%.
What colors pair well with this dusty orange?
This earthy shade pairs beautifully with deep charcoal greys, creamy off-whites, and muted sage greens. Because of its ashy undertones, it creates a sophisticated contrast when combined with darker, cool-toned neutrals that ground its naturally warm presence.
Is this color warm or cool?
While it originates from the orange family, this shade leans warm but is heavily desaturated with grey, making it appear neutral. It avoids the typical intensity of orange, offering a soft, versatile warmth that feels grounded rather than aggressive.
Is #a78c77 readable on white or black?
#a78c77 has a 3.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.66:1 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.