#C5864A Hex Color
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This unsaturated orange offers a warm, earthy quality that avoids the intensity of brighter shades. The hex code #c5864a functions best as a supporting tone or small accent in autumnal palettes. Because it sits comfortably in the mid-tones, it pairs surprisingly well with deep teal for a balanced, modern look. Black text provides excellent readability against this hue, making it a reliable choice for stylized UI accents.
Questions about #c5864a
What is #c5864a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c5864a is rgb(197, 134, 74), in HSL hsl(29, 51%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 62%, 23%.
What colors pair well with the #c5864a hex color?
The #c5864a hex color creates a sophisticated balance when paired with deep teal or dark charcoal tones. Using it alongside muted earth tones highlights its warmth without letting the orange become too intense for a modern digital interface.
Is #c5864a readable on white or black?
#c5864a has a 3.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.88:1 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.