#AE7A56 Hex Color
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The hex code #ae7a56 is a muted, dusty orange with warm brown undertones and a matte finish. Its softened saturation brings calm understatement while retaining an optimistic, adventurous edge. Use it as a supporting tone for autumn branding, food packaging, sports graphics, or Halloween layouts. Black text remains highly readable, with about a 5.7:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #ae7a56
What is #ae7a56 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ae7a56 is rgb(174, 122, 86), in HSL hsl(25, 35%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 30%, 51%, 32%.
What colors pair well with #ae7a56?
#ae7a56 pairs well with charcoal, cream, olive, and muted blue, which balance its warm brown undertones without making the palette feel harsh. Use cream for a softer look and charcoal for stronger definition in layouts, packaging, or branding.
Does #ae7a56 read as a warm or cool color?
#ae7a56 reads as a warm color because its orange base is softened by brown undertones, giving it an earthy, matte character rather than a bright, energetic look. It works well when a palette needs warmth with restraint.
Is #ae7a56 readable on white or black?
#ae7a56 has a 3.67:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.71:1 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.