#B8895E Hex Color

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This unsaturated, mellow orange carries warm, earthy undertones suitable for branding or athletic apparel. Rather than using it as a massive background, use #b8895e as a supporting accent to keep layouts from feeling too heavy. It pairs well with deep charcoal to ground the warmth. This hex code provides excellent contrast for black text, ensuring readability for accessible interfaces.

Questions about #b8895e

What is #b8895e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b8895e is rgb(184, 137, 94), in HSL hsl(29, 39%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 26%, 49%, 28%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #b8895e in a design scheme?
#b8895e functions best when grounded by deep neutrals like charcoal or slate, which stabilize its warm, earthy energy. For a more vibrant palette, pairing it with muted olive or cream tones creates a balanced, organic aesthetic suitable for nature-inspired branding.
Is #b8895e readable on white or black?
#b8895e has a 3.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.77:1 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.