#B86F29 Hex Color
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This muted, golden-orange carries an earthy warmth that feels grounded and approachable. Because of its desaturated character, it functions well as a supporting accent in outdoor or autumn-themed palettes rather than a dominant background. Pair #b86f29 with deep charcoal or slate blue to create sophisticated contrast. The hex code for this mellow orange is #b86f29, which maintains readable WCAG AA contrast against black text.
Questions about #b86f29
What is #b86f29 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b86f29 is rgb(184, 111, 41), in HSL hsl(29, 64%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 40%, 78%, 28%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #b86f29 in a palette?
Is #b86f29 considered a warm or cool color?
#b86f29 is firmly rooted in the warm side of the color wheel. Its golden-orange base evokes a sense of comfort and natural light, making it effective for creating an approachable, friendly atmosphere in digital and print design.
Is #b86f29 readable on white or black?
#b86f29 has a 3.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.34:1 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.