#B47434 Hex Color
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Warm and moderately muted, #b47434 is a mellow orange with earthy brown undertones and enough depth to feel grounded. Its relaxed energy suggests optimism, independence, and adventure, making it useful for food branding, autumn graphics, sports, and youth campaigns. Use it as a supporting tone with navy or cream; black text reaches about 5.5:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for body text. The hex code is #b47434.
Questions about #b47434
What is #b47434 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b47434 is rgb(180, 116, 52), in HSL hsl(30, 55%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 36%, 71%, 29%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
Does #b47434 read as warm or cool?
#b47434 reads as a warm, moderately muted orange because its earthy brown undertones reduce brightness while preserving a gentle golden energy. It feels grounded and relaxed rather than fiery, making it suitable for approachable, outdoorsy, or autumn-inspired visuals.
What colors pair well with #b47434?
#b47434 pairs well with navy and cream; navy adds a cool, dependable counterpoint, while cream keeps the palette light and natural. These combinations suit food packaging, autumn graphics, and welcoming editorial layouts.
Is #b47434 readable on white or black?
#b47434 has a 3.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.48:1 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.