#B78C6A Hex Color
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#b78c6a is a mellow, dusty orange with a distinctively ashy quality that makes it feel grounded and mature. Because it lacks high saturation, it works best as a supporting tone rather than a dominant background. Pair this hex code with deep charcoal or slate blue to prevent it from looking washed out. Its warm, organic character serves as an excellent neutral for autumn-themed branding or editorial layouts.
Questions about #b78c6a
What is #b78c6a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b78c6a is rgb(183, 140, 106), in HSL hsl(26, 35%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 42%, 28%.
What colors pair best with #b78c6a to maintain its character?
Is #b78c6a considered a warm or cool color?
While #b78c6a is an orange-based hue and inherently warm, its distinctively ashy, desaturated quality pulls it toward a more neutral temperature. This specific quality makes it far more versatile and subdued than a vibrant, punchy orange, allowing it to function as a bridge between warm and cool palettes.
Is #b78c6a readable on white or black?
#b78c6a has a 3.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.97:1 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.