#C15F39 Hex Color
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This mellow, earthy orange feels approachable and avoids the harshness of brighter hues. #c15f39 works effectively as a warm accent in rustic or seasonal branding. Because this hex code maintains a 5.0:1 contrast ratio against black text, it remains readable for small fonts. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate blue to anchor its adventurous energy in your interface designs.
Questions about #c15f39
What is #c15f39 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c15f39 is rgb(193, 95, 57), in HSL hsl(17, 54%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 51%, 70%, 24%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
Does #c15f39 work well for interface text?
#c15f39 performs effectively against black text, maintaining a 5.0:1 contrast ratio that ensures readability for smaller fonts. It serves as a strong, approachable accent color that avoids the visual harshness often found in brighter, more saturated orange hues.
What colors pair best with #c15f39?
To anchor the adventurous energy of #c15f39, pair it with deep charcoal or muted slate blue for a balanced interface. These cooler tones provide a necessary contrast to the warmth of the orange, keeping your design scheme grounded and professional.
Is #c15f39 readable on white or black?
#c15f39 has a 4.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.96:1 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.