#C28039 Hex Color
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This muted ochre offers a warm, earthy quality without the high intensity of standard orange. Because it avoids being too bright, #c28039 works well as an accent color in autumn-themed branding or outdoor gear. Pair it with deep charcoals rather than black to keep the look intentional. The hex code for this shade is #c28039, and it provides enough contrast to support small, readable black text.
Questions about #c28039
What is #c28039 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c28039 is rgb(194, 128, 57), in HSL hsl(31, 55%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 34%, 71%, 24%.
What colors pair best with #c28039?
#c28039 thrives when paired with deep, cool neutrals like charcoal or dark slate, which provide the necessary contrast to settle its warm intensity. For a harmonious autumn palette, try mixing it with deep olive greens or soft, desaturated creams to maintain a balanced, earthy aesthetic.
Is #c28039 suitable for text on a white background?
While #c28039 is readable as a large accent, it generally lacks sufficient contrast for small, standard body text against a white background. It functions much more effectively as a bold, readable header or a striking UI element rather than for dense, small-scale copy requirements.
Is #c28039 readable on white or black?
#c28039 has a 3.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.44:1 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.