#C0988A Hex Color
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This desaturated, dusty terra-cotta provides a gentle warmth without overwhelming the viewer. The hex code #c0988a functions best as a supporting background tone for lifestyle brands or minimal autumn themes. It pairs well with deep charcoal or slate blue. Because black text offers 8.1:1 contrast on this shade, it remains a practical choice for readable body copy in UI layouts.
Questions about #c0988a
What is #c0988a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c0988a is rgb(192, 152, 138), in HSL hsl(16, 30%, 65%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 28%, 25%.
How can #c0988a be used effectively in UI design?
#c0988a functions well as a grounding background color because it maintains an 8.1:1 contrast ratio with black text. Use it to provide warmth in lifestyle or wellness interfaces without overpowering your primary content or navigation elements.
What colors pair well with #c0988a?
Pair #c0988a with deep, cool tones like charcoal or slate blue to balance its natural warmth. These darker, muted shades create a professional, sophisticated contrast that keeps the overall palette feeling modern and intentional rather than strictly rustic.
Is #c0988a readable on white or black?
#c0988a has a 2.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.09:1 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.