#C49A6C Hex Color
A dusty sun-bleached clay neutral
This dusty, unsaturated orange carries a mellow warmth, reminiscent of sun-bleached clay. Because it lacks intensity, the hex code #c49a6c works best as a grounding neutral rather than a primary pop of color. It pairs surprisingly well with deep charcoal or muted navy, providing enough contrast for readability while keeping the palette soft and approachable for UI backgrounds or brand elements.
Questions about #c49a6c
What is #c49a6c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c49a6c is rgb(196, 154, 108), in HSL hsl(31, 43%, 60%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 45%, 23%.
Which colors pair well with the #c49a6c tone?
#c49a6c functions beautifully as a grounded neutral when paired with charcoal or deep navy, as these provide enough contrast for text readability. For a softer, earth-inspired look, it also harmonizes well with muted sage greens or creamy off-whites.
Is #c49a6c readable on white or black?
#c49a6c has a 2.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.18:1 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.