#C68C45 Hex Color
Mellow orange with adventurous warmth
#c68c45 is a warm, mellow orange with moderate saturation and a golden-brown undertone. Its softened intensity suggests optimism, independence, and creative energy without feeling loud. The hex code works well as a supporting tone for food packaging, autumn campaigns, sports graphics, and safety accents. Use black text for readable body copy.
Questions about #c68c45
What is #c68c45 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c68c45 is rgb(198, 140, 69), in HSL hsl(33, 53%, 52%) and in CMYK 0%, 29%, 65%, 22%.
What colors pair well with #c68c45?
The #c68c45 hex color pairs well with navy, charcoal, cream, and muted teal, which sharpen its warm golden-brown base without making the palette feel harsh. Use it as a supporting tone or accent rather than a dominant full-page background.
Is #c68c45 readable on white or black?
#c68c45 has a 2.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.23:1 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.