#C4A092 Hex Color
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#c4a092 is a dusty, unsaturated orange with prominent gray undertones. Because of its low chroma, this shade works best as a supporting neutral rather than a primary focal point. The hex code #c4a092 provides high contrast against black text, so it reads clearly in UI designs. Pair this muted tone with deep charcoal to keep your palette from looking washed out.
Questions about #c4a092
What is #c4a092 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c4a092 is rgb(196, 160, 146), in HSL hsl(17, 30%, 67%) and in CMYK 0%, 18%, 26%, 23%.
What colors pair best with #c4a092?
#c4a092 performs best when anchored by deep, cool tones that provide structural contrast. Pair it with dark charcoal or slate grays to prevent the palette from feeling washed out while maintaining a sophisticated, modern aesthetic in your interface design.
Is #c4a092 a warm or cool shade?
#c4a092 leans warm due to its orange base, but its significant gray desaturation gives it a cool, professional edge. This balance makes it an excellent choice for backgrounds where you want warmth without the vibrancy of a true, saturated orange.
Is #c4a092 readable on white or black?
#c4a092 has a 2.38:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.79:1 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.