#B68469 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty orange carries a warm and sunbaked quality. Because it is highly unsaturated, the hex code #b68469 functions best as a supporting tone or background rather than a main accent. It pairs unexpectedly well with deep forest greens or slate blues. Black text provides excellent readability over this shade, making it a reliable choice for readable UI elements and earthy branding layouts.
Questions about #b68469
What is #b68469 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b68469 is rgb(182, 132, 105), in HSL hsl(21, 35%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 27%, 42%, 29%.
What colors pair best with #b68469?
This muted orange pairs exceptionally well with deep slate blue or forest green, as these cool tones balance its inherent warmth. For a more subtle, monochromatic approach, combine it with creamy beige or soft terracotta tones to maintain its natural, earthy aesthetic.
Is #b68469 readable on white or black?
#b68469 has a 3.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.49:1 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.