#AF823E Hex Color
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Warm and mellow, #af823e is a muted orange with brown and golden undertones. Its low saturation gives it an easygoing, autumn-ready feel suited to food packaging, outdoor brands, and youth-focused campaigns. Use the hex code #af823e as a supporting tone with charcoal or deep navy; black text remains highly readable at about 6.1:1 contrast.
Questions about #af823e
What is #af823e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #af823e is rgb(175, 130, 62), in HSL hsl(36, 48%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 26%, 65%, 31%.
Which colors pair well with #af823e?
The #af823e hex color pairs well with charcoal, deep navy, cream, and warm neutrals, balancing its muted orange and brown-gold undertones in practical, autumn-inspired palettes for branding and editorial work.
Does #af823e read as a warm or cool color?
The #af823e hex color reads warm because its orange base is softened by brown and golden undertones, creating an earthy, mellow mood rather than a vivid or fiery one on screen. It suits autumn themes, approachable packaging, and outdoor-oriented designs.
Is #af823e readable on white or black?
#af823e has a 3.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.08:1 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.