#B05639 Hex Color
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This unsaturated, warm brick shade feels grounded and mellow rather than aggressive. Because it lacks high intensity, the hex code #b05639 functions best as a supporting accent in sports branding or food design rather than a large background. It pairs well with soft creams or dark grays. Because it meets WCAG accessibility standards, this color remains legible with white text overlays.
Questions about #b05639
What is #b05639 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b05639 is rgb(176, 86, 57), in HSL hsl(15, 51%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 51%, 68%, 31%.
What colors pair best with #b05639?
Is #b05639 suitable for text on websites?
This color generally maintains sufficient contrast against white backgrounds, meeting standard accessibility guidelines for legibility. When using #b05639 for text, ensure the font weight is bold enough to compensate for the mid-tone warmth, keeping the overall design clear and readable for all users.
Is #b05639 readable on white or black?
#b05639 has a 4.95:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.23:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.