#C68959 Hex Color
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#c68959 is a warm, muted orange with brown undertones and moderate lightness. Its low saturation gives it an approachable, handcrafted feel, while its earthy warmth suggests optimism and adventure without shouting. The hex code works well as a supporting tone in food, beverage, autumn, or youth-focused branding. Black text reaches about 7.1:1 contrast, suitable for small body text.
Questions about #c68959
What is #c68959 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c68959 is rgb(198, 137, 89), in HSL hsl(26, 49%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 31%, 55%, 22%.
What colors pair well with #c68959?
#c68959 pairs well with charcoal, deep blue, and a soft warm neutral because its subdued orange warmth gains definition from contrast, while lighter partners keep the palette grounded in packaging, editorial layouts, and seasonal identity work.
Is #c68959 readable on white or black?
#c68959 has a 2.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.12:1 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.