#AB694E Hex Color

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This muted orange carries a dusty, sun-baked quality that feels grounded rather than bright. Because of its low saturation, #ab694e works best as a supporting tone or a textured background rather than a main accent. Pair it with deep charcoals to avoid a muddy look. This hex code provides enough contrast for black text, making it a functional choice for readable UI elements.

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What is #ab694e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #ab694e is rgb(171, 105, 78), in HSL hsl(17, 37%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 39%, 54%, 33%.

What colors pair well with #ab694e in a design scheme?

Pair #ab694e with deep charcoal or soft cream tones to avoid a muddy appearance while maintaining contrast. Because it is a desaturated, earthy shade, it also creates a balanced, sophisticated look when placed alongside muted sage or cool-toned navy accents.

Is #ab694e readable on white or black?

#ab694e has a 4.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.86:1 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.

#AB694E Hex Color

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