#B19976 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated orange feels grounded and mellow. As a neutral, #b19976 functions best as a base or background rather than a bold accent. Pair it with deep charcoal or black text for optimal readability, as this hex code meets WCAG accessibility standards for small text with a 7.7:1 contrast ratio. It provides a warm, organic tone for autumn themes or rustic branding projects.
Questions about #b19976
What is #b19976 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b19976 is rgb(177, 153, 118), in HSL hsl(36, 27%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 33%, 31%.
What colors pair well with #b19976?
Is #b19976 considered a warm or cool color?
#b19976 is distinctly warm due to its strong orange undertones, but its muted, dusty quality prevents it from feeling overly vibrant or aggressive. This makes it an ideal choice for backgrounds that need to feel cozy rather than loud or distracting.
Is #b19976 readable on white or black?
#b19976 has a 2.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.68:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.