#AD8C6C Hex Color
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#ad8c6c is a dusty, unsaturated orange with strong brown undertones. This warm, mellow shade avoids the brightness of standard oranges, making it an excellent base for branding that requires a grounded feel. It provides high contrast with black text, ensuring readability. Use this hex code as a supporting tone in autumn-inspired palettes, as it can look muddy if used as a dominant background color.
Questions about #ad8c6c
What is #ad8c6c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ad8c6c is rgb(173, 140, 108), in HSL hsl(30, 28%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 19%, 38%, 32%.
How should I use #ad8c6c in my color palettes?
Does #ad8c6c read as a warm or cool color?
#ad8c6c is firmly rooted in the warm side of the spectrum due to its strong orange and brown undertones. It evokes a feeling of natural earthiness, making it an excellent choice for designs that need to feel organic, stable, and welcoming.
Is #ad8c6c readable on white or black?
#ad8c6c has a 3.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.74:1 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.