#B2A696 Hex Color
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#b2a696 is a light, dusty orange with ashy gray undertones and low saturation. Its softened warmth suggests optimism and independence without feeling loud. Use it as a supporting tone with navy or charcoal in food, autumn, or youth-focused designs. Black text reads clearly on this color, including small body copy.
Questions about #b2a696
What is #b2a696 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b2a696 is rgb(178, 166, 150), in HSL hsl(34, 15%, 64%) and in CMYK 0%, 7%, 16%, 30%.
What colors pair well with #b2a696?
#b2a696 pairs well with charcoal, navy, and muted teal, which sharpen its dusty warmth without making the palette feel harsh. Use navy for headings or structure, then reserve this shade for panels, packaging, or secondary blocks.
Is #b2a696 readable on white or black?
#b2a696 has a 2.38:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.78:1 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.