#C39774 Hex Color
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#c39774 is a warm, dusty orange with low saturation and a soft, ashy brown undertone. Its mellow lightness gives layouts a gentle, youthful feel without looking sugary. Use the hex code as a supporting background or seasonal accent, especially with navy or charcoal. Black text reads clearly at about 8.0:1 contrast, making it suitable for readable body copy.
Questions about #c39774
What is #c39774 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c39774 is rgb(195, 151, 116), in HSL hsl(27, 40%, 61%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 41%, 24%.
What colors pair well with #c39774?
Navy, charcoal, and muted sage pair well with #c39774 because they add contrast while respecting its dusty warmth, making the palette feel grounded rather than sugary across packaging, interfaces, and youth-oriented branding.
Is #c39774 warm or cool?
#c39774 reads warm because its orange base is softened by brown and gray, while its muted saturation keeps the warmth restrained. That balance gives it a mellow, earthy presence instead of the sharper energy found in clearer oranges.
Is #c39774 suitable for text and backgrounds?
Yes, #c39774 works well as a background with black text, which reaches about an 8.0:1 contrast ratio and exceeds WCAG AA's 4.5:1 threshold for body text. Its lightness also leaves room for darker headings, icons, and interface controls. White text needs larger type or a darker shade.
Is #c39774 readable on white or black?
#c39774 has a 2.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.99:1 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.