#AE8C80 Hex Color
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The hex code #ae8c80 is a dusty reddish orange with gray undertones and very low saturation. Its softened, earthy character suits autumn branding, food packaging, romance, and warm editorial layouts. Use it as a supporting tone beside charcoal, cream, or dark teal, since large areas can feel muddy. Black text remains highly legible, with about 6.9:1 contrast.
Questions about #ae8c80
What is #ae8c80 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ae8c80 is rgb(174, 140, 128), in HSL hsl(16, 22%, 59%) and in CMYK 0%, 20%, 26%, 32%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #ae8c80?
The muted warmth of #ae8c80 pairs well with charcoal for grounded contrast, cream for a softer palette, and dark teal for a cool, balanced accent. Use it as a supporting tone when a cleaner, brighter layout is needed.
Is #ae8c80 a warm or cool color?
#ae8c80 reads as a warm, dusty reddish orange because its red and orange bias outweighs its gray softness. Low saturation tempers the warmth, giving it an earthy, restrained look rather than a bright or energetic one.
Is #ae8c80 readable on white or black?
#ae8c80 has a 3.06:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.86:1 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.