#B79682 Hex Color
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This dusty, desaturated orange carries heavy gray undertones, resulting in a grounded, earthy appearance. It functions well as a neutral base for autumn designs, though it lacks the intensity for a primary focal point. Since black text provides a 7.7:1 contrast ratio, this color supports small body text easily. The hex code for this ashy tone is #b79682.
Questions about #b79682
What is #b79682 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b79682 is rgb(183, 150, 130), in HSL hsl(23, 27%, 61%) and in CMYK 0%, 18%, 29%, 28%.
What colors pair well with #b79682?
#b79682 acts as a versatile base that pairs beautifully with deep charcoal for high-contrast, modern text, or with soft cream and muted olive tones for an organic, nature-inspired palette that feels both grounded and intentional.
Is #b79682 a warm or cool color?
#b79682 reads as a warm, earthy orange, but its heavy gray undertones neutralize its vibrancy. This balance makes it far more subtle than traditional, punchy oranges, allowing it to function as a soft neutral rather than a bright accent.
Is #b79682 readable on white or black?
#b79682 has a 2.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.69:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.