#C1874E Hex Color
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Reach for #c1874e when a project needs orange without the shout. This muted, caramel-toned shade reads warm and easygoing, which suits autumn campaigns, food packaging, and youth branding. It has enough lightness to work as a dominant base, though it can turn muddy beside cream. Pair it with deep teal for contrast that feels grounded.
Questions about #c1874e
What is #c1874e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c1874e is rgb(193, 135, 78), in HSL hsl(30, 48%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 30%, 60%, 24%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #c1874e?
#c1874e pairs well with deep teal, charcoal, and navy, all of which heighten its warmth. For a softer palette, try sage green or cream accents.
Is #c1874e readable on white or black?
#c1874e has a 3.06:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.84:1 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.