#B7A795 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted orange features strong grey undertones that soften its overall presence. As a neutral mid-tone, #b7a795 works best as a supporting accent rather than a dominant background color. It pairs surprisingly well with deep forest greens or charcoal, preventing it from appearing washed out. The hex code for this ashy orange is #b7a795, a practical choice for autumn-themed design and subtle branding.
Questions about #b7a795
What is #b7a795 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b7a795 is rgb(183, 167, 149), in HSL hsl(32, 19%, 65%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 19%, 28%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How should I use #b7a795 in a design palette?
Use #b7a795 as a neutral anchor to ground more vibrant colors. It excels when paired with deep charcoal or dark forest green, allowing those stronger hues to pop without creating harsh visual contrast.
Is #b7a795 considered a warm or cool color?
While the base is technically a desaturated orange, the strong grey undertones push #b7a795 toward a neutral temperature. It reads as a sophisticated, earthy mid-tone rather than a vibrant or hot shade, making it highly versatile for modern interiors.
Is #b7a795 readable on white or black?
#b7a795 has a 2.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.97:1 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.