#C09F80 Hex Color
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#c09f80 is a muted, dusty orange with warm, sandy undertones. Because it sits at a very low saturation, it feels approachable rather than loud. This shade functions best as a supporting neutral or a soft background color. It pairs cleanly with charcoal or deep navy for excellent readability, as its pale nature can look washed out against pure white. The hex code for this mellow tone is #c09f80.
Questions about #c09f80
What is #c09f80 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c09f80 is rgb(192, 159, 128), in HSL hsl(29, 34%, 63%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 33%, 25%.
Is #c09f80 considered a warm or cool color?
#c09f80 is firmly a warm color, though its muted, dusty quality keeps it from feeling overly aggressive or vibrant. It mimics the natural, sun-bleached look of desert sand, making it a perfect choice for designs that need to feel organic, grounded, and approachable.
Is #c09f80 readable on white or black?
#c09f80 has a 2.46:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.51:1 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.