#B77333 Hex Color
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#b77333 is a muted, earthy orange that evokes autumn leaves and comfortable, worn textures. Because it is unsaturated, it functions best as a supporting accent rather than a primary background color. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate blue to create a grounded, modern contrast. With a high contrast ratio of 5.5:1 against black, the hex code #b77333 remains perfectly legible for small text.
Questions about #b77333
What is #b77333 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b77333 is rgb(183, 115, 51), in HSL hsl(29, 56%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 37%, 72%, 28%.
What colors pair well with #b77333 in a design project?
#b77333 creates a sophisticated, grounded look when paired with charcoal or deep slate blue. Because it is a muted, earthy orange, it provides a warm, organic contrast against these cool, dark neutrals without feeling overly aggressive or bright.
Is #b77333 suitable for small text on a website?
Yes, #b77333 maintains a contrast ratio of approximately 5.5:1 against black, which meets common readability standards for small text. It functions as a safe, accessible color for body copy or UI elements when used against dark, neutral backgrounds.
Is #b77333 readable on white or black?
#b77333 has a 3.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.51:1 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.