#C4801B Hex Color
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Reach for #c4801b when a design needs an orange with less shout and more warmth. Its muted saturation and medium lightness give this shade a baked, autumn feel that suits food packaging, sports kits, and Halloween themes. It works best as a dominant base or a supporting tone, and it pairs well with deep teal or charcoal. Black text passes contrast on it at about 6.5:1.
Questions about #c4801b
What is #c4801b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c4801b is rgb(196, 128, 27), in HSL hsl(36, 76%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 35%, 86%, 23%.
What colors pair well with #c4801b?
Deep teal and charcoal make this warm amber-orange stand out without clashing. Cream softens it for larger surfaces, while navy gives it a grounded, autumn feel.
Is #c4801b readable on white or black?
#c4801b has a 3.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.45:1 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.