#C48365 Hex Color
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#c48365 is a warm, muted orange with mellow brown undertones. Its softened saturation suggests optimism and creativity without the sharp energy of brighter oranges, making it useful for food branding, autumn palettes, and youth-focused designs. Use it as a supporting tone with deep navy; black text remains highly legible. The hex code is #c48365.
Questions about #c48365
What is #c48365 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c48365 is rgb(196, 131, 101), in HSL hsl(19, 45%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 48%, 23%.
What colors pair well with #c48365?
#c48365 pairs well with deep navy, cream, and muted olive because its warm orange-brown base benefits from cool contrast and softened natural companions that balance its earthy character without making the palette feel harsh.
Does #c48365 read as warm or cool?
#c48365 reads as a warm color because its dominant orange base is softened by mellow brown undertones, giving it an earthy, sunbaked character instead of the crisp brightness associated with cooler or more saturated hues. It suits autumn palettes, food branding, and welcoming interfaces.
Is #c48365 readable on white or black?
#c48365 has a 3.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.78:1 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.