#B66C35 Hex Color

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#b66c35 is a muted, earthy orange with strong terracotta undertones. Because it sits at a mid-range saturation, this warm shade feels grounded rather than aggressive. It pairs well with slate blues or charcoal grays to create a balanced palette. Use it sparingly as an accent color for branding or sports logos, as it can feel heavy when used as a full background. The hex code is #b66c35.

Questions about #b66c35

What is #b66c35 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b66c35 is rgb(182, 108, 53), in HSL hsl(26, 55%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 41%, 71%, 29%.
Which colors pair best with #b66c35 in a design palette?
#b66c35 works beautifully alongside neutral charcoal or deep navy to anchor its warmth. For a more organic, earthy combination, try pairing this muted orange with soft sage or creamy off-white tones.
Is #b66c35 readable on white or black?
#b66c35 has a 4.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.18:1 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.