#BA815D Hex Color
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This mellow, unsaturated orange brings a grounded warmth to any palette. The hex code #ba815d works effectively as a supporting tone, pairing nicely with deep charcoal or forest green to avoid a muddy appearance. Because it offers strong contrast against black text, this color is a practical choice for readable body copy or autumn-themed branding.
Questions about #ba815d
What is #ba815d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ba815d is rgb(186, 129, 93), in HSL hsl(23, 40%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 31%, 50%, 27%.
What colors pair best with #ba815d?
To avoid a muddy aesthetic, #ba815d works best when paired with high-contrast, deep neutrals or cool-toned accents. Try using it alongside charcoal or forest green to balance the warmth and establish a grounded, professional color hierarchy.
Is #ba815d readable on white or black?
#ba815d 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.