#B5642B Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
This muted, earthy orange carries a warm, baked-clay quality that feels grounded rather than bright. Because #b5642b offers sufficient contrast for legibility against black text, it works well for UI elements or branding that needs readability. Use this hex code as an accent color to balance cooler neutrals or deep greens. It brings a reliable, adventurous spirit to autumn themes and creative projects.
Questions about #b5642b
What is #b5642b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b5642b is rgb(181, 100, 43), in HSL hsl(25, 62%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 45%, 76%, 29%.
What colors pair best with #b5642b for a balanced design?
Is #b5642b readable on white or black?
#b5642b has a 4.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.82:1 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.