#C48F7B Hex Color
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#c48f7b is a dusty, ashy orange with warm brown undertones and low saturation. Its mellow lightness suggests optimism, independence, and adventure without feeling loud. Use it as a supporting tone in autumn, food, or youth branding, pairing it with deep navy. The hex code #c48f7b also supports clear black body text at about 7.6:1 contrast.
Questions about #c48f7b
What is #c48f7b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c48f7b is rgb(196, 143, 123), in HSL hsl(16, 38%, 63%) and in CMYK 0%, 27%, 37%, 23%.
What colors pair well with #c48f7b?
Deep navy provides a strong, balanced contrast with #c48f7b, while cream, charcoal, and muted sage create softer supporting palettes for branding, interiors, and editorial layouts. Use darker options for text and lighter ones for spacious backgrounds.
Does #c48f7b work with black text?
Yes, #c48f7b supports strong black-text contrast at about 7.6:1, which exceeds WCAG AA thresholds for normal text and makes it a practical background for readable body copy. Still, check the final font size and weight in context.
Is #c48f7b a warm or cool color?
The #c48f7b hex color reads warm because its muted orange base is softened by brown undertones, giving it an earthy, calm character rather than a bright or energetic appearance. It suits autumnal, approachable, and understated visual themes.
Is #c48f7b readable on white or black?
#c48f7b has a 2.77:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.56:1 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.