#C6935C Hex Color
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The hex code #c6935c is a warm, muted orange with soft golden-brown undertones and medium lightness. Its gentle saturation gives it a mellow, approachable feel suited to autumn palettes, food packaging, youth projects, and welcoming backgrounds. Use it as a supporting tone with navy or dark charcoal, since white text lacks strong contrast.
Questions about #c6935c
What is #c6935c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c6935c is rgb(198, 147, 92), in HSL hsl(31, 48%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 26%, 54%, 22%.
What text color works best on #c6935c?
Black text works best on #c6935c, reaching about a 7.7:1 contrast ratio and exceeding the 4.5:1 WCAG AA threshold for body text, while white text provides weaker contrast and needs careful checking, especially for body copy.
What colors pair well with #c6935c?
#c6935c pairs well with navy, dark charcoal, and muted sage, which balance its warm golden-brown cast without making interfaces, packaging, or seasonal branding feel harsh or overly rustic while keeping layouts clear and contemporary. Use the orange as a supporting tone, then let a darker color carry text and structure.
Is #c6935c readable on white or black?
#c6935c has a 2.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.72:1 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.