#B88871 Hex Color
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This desaturated orange feels like dusty clay, offering a mellow and warm alternative to punchier shades. Because it is so muted, #b88871 works best as a supporting tone or base in autumn-inspired palettes. Pair it with deep charcoal or forest green to avoid a washed-out look. This hex code provides excellent contrast for black text, making it a reliable choice for readable body copy.
Questions about #b88871
What is #b88871 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b88871 is rgb(184, 136, 113), in HSL hsl(19, 33%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 26%, 39%, 28%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #b88871?
#b88871 works effectively with deep, grounded neutrals like charcoal or forest green to prevent the design from appearing washed out. These darker tones provide necessary depth and contrast, allowing the muted orange to function as a stable base.
Is #b88871 suitable for body text?
#b88871 provides excellent contrast against black or extremely dark backgrounds, making it a reliable, high-readability choice for body copy in creative applications. It offers a softer visual experience than stark white text while maintaining clear, professional legibility across digital interfaces.
Is #b88871 readable on white or black?
#b88871 has a 3.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.79:1 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.