#B66228 Hex Color

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This mellow, unsaturated orange brings a warm, earthy quality to creative projects. It evokes a sense of rugged adventure and independence, making it a reliable choice for autumn-themed branding, food packaging, or high-visibility sports gear. Because #b66228 feels grounded yet optimistic, designers often use this hex code to inject energy into youth-oriented campaigns and seasonal designs.

Questions about #b66228

What is #b66228 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b66228 is rgb(182, 98, 40), in HSL hsl(25, 64%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 46%, 78%, 29%.
Is #b66228 readable on white or black?
#b66228 has a 4.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.76:1 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.