#B48873 Hex Color

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#b48873 is a dusty, unsaturated orange with strong earthy undertones. This mellow shade works well as a grounding background color because it feels warm and approachable. It pairs effectively with black text, as the 6.7:1 contrast ratio ensures readability for small body type. For designers seeking a soft, organic aesthetic in their palettes, this hex code provides a reliable, neutral base.

Questions about #b48873

What is #b48873 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b48873 is rgb(180, 136, 115), in HSL hsl(19, 30%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 24%, 36%, 29%.
What colors pair well with #b48873?
This earthy tone balances beautifully with deep charcoal for high-contrast typography, or soft cream for a gentle, natural palette. It also functions as a sophisticated neutral when paired with muted greens or deeper browns in editorial design projects.
Is #b48873 readable on white or black?
#b48873 has a 3.12:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.70:1 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.