#C8A46D Hex Color
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Close to the color of sandstone, #c8a46d is a muted orange with golden, earthy undertones. Its low saturation keeps it mellow, and black text passes contrast rules on it with room to spare, about 9.0:1. That makes it a dependable base for backgrounds, autumn themes, and youth marketing. It reads warmer and friendlier next to deep plum than beside white, where it can wash out. The hex code #c8a46d works best as a dominant tone, not a fine-detail accent.
Questions about #c8a46d
What is #c8a46d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c8a46d is rgb(200, 164, 109), in HSL hsl(36, 45%, 61%) and in CMYK 0%, 18%, 45%, 22%.
What colors pair well with #c8a46d?
The hex code #c8a46d pairs well with deep plum, navy, and dark olive for contrast, or with cream and soft brown for a calm, earthy palette. Its low saturation keeps combinations gentle.
What mood does #c8a46d convey?
The color reads warm, gentle, and optimistic. Its muted saturation and mid lightness give it a soft, youthful feel, which suits baby products, spring and autumn themes, and friendly branding.
Is #c8a46d readable on white or black?
#c8a46d has a 2.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.98:1 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.