#B56C3C Hex Color
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Warm and mellow, the hex code #b56c3c is a muted orange with earthy brown undertones and moderate lightness. Its softened saturation suggests optimism and independence without the sharp energy of brighter orange. Use it as a supporting brand color for food packaging, sports graphics, autumn campaigns, or safety accents. Black text reaches about 5.2:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA body-text guidance.
Questions about #b56c3c
What is #b56c3c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b56c3c is rgb(181, 108, 60), in HSL hsl(24, 50%, 47%) and in CMYK 0%, 40%, 67%, 29%.
What colors pair well with #b56c3c?
#b56c3c pairs well with cream, deep navy, olive, and muted blue, which balance its warm orange-brown base without competing with it. Use lighter neutrals for airy layouts and darker accents when you want stronger definition.
What mood does #b56c3c create?
#b56c3c creates a warm, mellow, and grounded mood, with softened orange suggesting optimism without the sharp energy of brighter shades. Its brown undertone also gives it a natural, independent feel suited to autumn and outdoors-inspired designs.
Is #b56c3c readable on white or black?
#b56c3c has a 4.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.17:1 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.