Homeland
Mellow, dusty orange with earthy undertones
Homeland is a dusty, desaturated orange that leans into warm, earthy territory. This mellow tone works well as a grounding neutral for autumnal palettes or outdoor branding. Because it offers strong contrast with black text, it functions effectively for readable body copy. The hex code for this muted shade is #b18d75. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate blue to prevent the color from appearing washed out.
Questions about Homeland
What is the hex code for Homeland?
Homeland is #b18d75. In RGB that is rgb(177, 141, 117), in HSL hsl(24, 28%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 20%, 34%, 31%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors best complement #b18d75 in a design?
Pair #b18d75 with deep charcoal or cool slate blues to anchor its inherent warmth. These dark contrasts prevent the dusty orange from appearing washed out or muddy when used as a primary background element in professional branding.
Is #b18d75 suitable for text-heavy layouts?
Yes, #b18d75 functions well for body copy because it provides strong contrast against standard dark backgrounds while remaining softer on the eyes than pure white or harsh light grays. Always verify specific contrast ratios against your chosen background.
Is Homeland readable on white or black?
Homeland has a 3.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.93:1 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.