#B34400 Hex Color

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Buttons, badges, and autumn packaging are where #b34400 earns its keep. This burnt orange sits deep on the value scale, with rust and brown undertones that keep its high saturation from turning shrill. White text clears AA on the hex code at about 5.6:1 contrast, so it holds up as a full background, though it works best in smaller doses. Try it against cream or deep teal.

Questions about #b34400

What is #b34400 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b34400 is rgb(179, 68, 0), in HSL hsl(23, 100%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 62%, 100%, 30%.
What colors pair well with #b34400?
Cream and deep teal are the strongest partners for #b34400, balancing its heat without dulling it. charcoal and olive push it toward a vintage, craft-brand feel.
Is #b34400 readable on white or black?
#b34400 has a 5.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.74:1 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.