#B68861 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted orange sits between a warm clay and a soft tan. Its desaturated character makes it a reliable base for autumn-themed palettes, though it can appear muddy if paired with other dull earth tones. The hex code for this color is #b68861. Use it alongside deep charcoal or matte black to ensure high-contrast, legible typography, as it easily washes out against white backgrounds.
Questions about #b68861
What is #b68861 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b68861 is rgb(182, 136, 97), in HSL hsl(28, 37%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 47%, 29%.
Which colors pair best with #b68861 in a design?
This color thrives when balanced against charcoal or deep, matte black to ensure text remains readable and professional. You can also create earthy, sophisticated palettes by layering #b68861 with soft creams, muted olive greens, or deep espresso browns for visual depth.
Is #b68861 readable on white or black?
#b68861 has a 3.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.68:1 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.