#B8834A Hex Color
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This muted, earthy orange carries a warm, baked-clay undertone that feels grounded rather than aggressive. Because of its moderate saturation, #b8834a functions best as a supporting tone or an accent rather than a dominant background. It pairs exceptionally well with deep charcoal grays for a modern, high-contrast look. Black text remains perfectly legible against this hex code, ensuring excellent accessibility for your web layouts.
Questions about #b8834a
What is #b8834a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b8834a is rgb(184, 131, 74), in HSL hsl(31, 44%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 29%, 60%, 28%.
What colors pair well with #b8834a for a modern look?
Deep, cool-toned neutrals like charcoal or slate gray provide the best contrast for #b8834a. These dark, grounded hues balance the warmth of the clay tone, creating a sophisticated and professional appearance suitable for web layouts or branding materials.
Is #b8834a readable on white or black?
#b8834a has a 3.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.38:1 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.