#C18C4B Hex Color
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Mellow and unsaturated, #c18c4b serves as a muted take on a traditional orange. This warm shade feels approachable, making it a reliable choice for autumn-themed designs or youthful, creative branding. Its grounded energy works well in food and beverage marketing where an inviting, organic look is needed. The hex code for this versatile color is #c18c4b.
Questions about #c18c4b
What is #c18c4b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c18c4b is rgb(193, 140, 75), in HSL hsl(33, 49%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 27%, 61%, 24%.
What colors pair well with #c18c4b?
Deep charcoal, sage green, and cream work beautifully alongside #c18c4b because they balance its warm, muted orange tones with neutral grounding. Using darker, cooler colors prevents this shade from looking washed out while maintaining an inviting and sophisticated aesthetic.
Is #c18c4b readable on white or black?
#c18c4b has a 2.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.12:1 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.