#B99566 Hex Color
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This dusty, desaturated orange feels mellow and grounded. Because it lacks intensity, #b99566 works best as a supporting texture or a background element rather than a dominant focal point. It pairs beautifully with deep charcoal or slate blue, which helps cut through its warmth. You can safely use black text over the hex code #b99566, as it meets WCAG accessibility standards for small body text.
Questions about #b99566
What is #b99566 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b99566 is rgb(185, 149, 102), in HSL hsl(34, 37%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 19%, 45%, 27%.
What colors pair well with #b99566?
This dusty orange relies on high-contrast partners to stand out, making it an ideal companion for deep charcoal or cool slate blue. These dark, muted tones cut through the warmth of #b99566, creating a balanced and professional palette for modern design projects.
Is #b99566 a good choice for text?
You can use black text over #b99566 while meeting standard accessibility guidelines for legibility. Its desaturated nature provides enough contrast against dark ink, ensuring your content remains readable without straining the eyes or needing complex design adjustments for accessibility compliance.
Is #b99566 readable on white or black?
#b99566 has a 2.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.55:1 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.