#C86B2D Hex Color
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This muted orange carries a warm, earthy quality that leans away from vivid neon tones. Because it is unsaturated, #c86b2d works best as an accent color rather than a dominant background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal grays and deep teals for a grounded look. The hex code for this shade is #c86b2d, which offers enough contrast for legible black text in UI designs.
Questions about #c86b2d
What is #c86b2d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c86b2d is rgb(200, 107, 45), in HSL hsl(24, 63%, 48%) and in CMYK 0%, 46%, 77%, 22%.
What design elements pair well with #c86b2d?
Because #c86b2d carries a grounded, earthy weight, it pairs best with cooler, darker tones like charcoal or deep navy to prevent the design from feeling too one-note. It works as an effective accent when you need warmth without the intensity of a bright orange.
Is #c86b2d readable on white or black?
#c86b2d has a 3.75:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.59:1 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.